Nevada Residential and Small Commercial Contractor (B-2) Ultimate Books Exam Room Approved + Course + Application Package

Prepare for the Nevada Residential and Small Commercial Contractor B-2 licensing process with an Ultimate package that combines exam-room-approved reference books, organized book preparation, online course access, and Application Service. This package is designed for candidates pursuing the Nevada B-2 Residential and Small Commercial General Building Contractor classification who want a structured approach to both the trade examination and the required Nevada Construction Management Survey business and law examination.

The Nevada B-2 classification covers the construction and remodeling of houses and other structures that support, shelter, or enclose persons, animals, or other property and that do not extend more than three stories above ground and one story below ground. B-2 candidates must demonstrate broad building knowledge across areas such as concrete, masonry, carpentry, moisture protection, safety, code requirements, plan reading, estimating, and other general building subjects.

This Ultimate package includes the specific B-2 trade references supplied for exam-room use: the 2018 International Building Code, the 2018 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, and ACI 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary. It also includes the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada for preparation for the Nevada Construction Management Survey examination.

All supplied books are highlighted and permanently tabbed for exam preparation. The package also includes 1 year of course access and Application Service, creating a more complete preparation path from studying the technical material through organizing the contractor license application process.

Package Price: $1,610.

Refundable Deposit: An additional $500 refundable deposit applies.

Total Initial Payment: $2,110.

Please allow up to 15 business days for Ultimate Books Exam Room Approved package orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada B-2 Residential and Small Commercial General Building Contractor trade examination is administered through PSI for the Nevada State Contractors Board. Candidates must first submit their contractor license application and receive authorization before scheduling the required examination.

The B-2 trade examination contains 80 questions. Candidates must answer at least 56 questions correctly to achieve the required passing score, and the examination allows 3 hours for completion.

The published B-2 examination content outline includes:

• Sitework: 4 questions.
• Concrete: 10 questions.
• Masonry: 10 questions.
• Metals: 5 questions.
• Carpentry: 12 questions.
• Thermal and Moisture Protection: 9 questions.
• Doors and Windows: 3 questions.
• Drywall and Finishes: 4 questions.
• Safety: 10 questions.
• General Code, Plan Reading and Estimating: 10 questions.
• Nevada One Call: 3 questions.

The exam therefore requires a broad understanding of residential and small commercial construction rather than expertise in only one trade. Carpentry is the largest single category, while concrete, masonry, safety, and general code, plan reading, and estimating each represent significant portions of the examination.

Nevada also requires a business and law examination known as the Construction Management Survey, or CMS. The CMS examination contains 60 scored questions, requires 45 correct answers to pass, and allows 120 minutes for the scored portion. Its subjects include licensing, estimating and bidding, lien law, financial management, tax laws, labor laws, project management, contracts, risk management, and environmental and safety topics.

Open Book Test

The Nevada B-2 Residential and Small Commercial Contractor trade examination is an open-book test. The Nevada Construction Management Survey business and law examination is also open book.

Open-book testing makes familiarity with the approved references an important part of exam preparation. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own permitted books to the examination center. Reference books are not automatically supplied at the testing location.

PSI permits approved references to be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination. References may not contain handwritten notes. Candidates are also prohibited from writing or highlighting in their references during the examination session.

Permanent tabs may be used to organize the approved books. Temporary tabs, such as removable flags or Post-It notes, are not allowed. Additional loose papers or papers attached to the references are also prohibited.

Because the B-2 trade examination contains 80 questions and allows three hours, candidates benefit from learning where major code provisions and technical topics are located before test day. The highlighted and tabbed preparation included in this package is designed to support that navigation process.

Licensing Steps

1. Select the Nevada B-2 classification. The Residential and Small Commercial classification is intended for qualifying construction and remodeling work on structures that do not exceed three stories above ground and one story below ground.
2. Identify the qualifying individual or individuals. Nevada requires each contractor license to have a qualified individual. One individual may serve in both management and trade qualifying roles, or separate individuals may fulfill those responsibilities.
3. Document the required trade experience. The trade qualified individual generally must demonstrate at least four full years of applicable experience as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor within the 15 years immediately preceding the application.
4. Submit the Nevada contractor license application. The application is submitted to the Nevada State Contractors Board with the required business, qualifier, financial, background, and experience information.
5. Receive examination eligibility. Candidates may not schedule the Nevada contractor examinations until the application has been submitted, experience has been reviewed, and the Board issues authorization.
6. Pass the required examinations. A management qualifier must pass the Nevada Construction Management Survey examination. The trade qualifier must satisfy the B-2 trade examination requirement unless an applicable waiver is granted.
7. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Applicants must satisfy the Board's financial responsibility and licensing requirements before the contractor license is issued.
8. Provide the required contractor bond after approval. Nevada requires contractor licenses to be supported by a license bond, with the required amount determined by the Board.

The Application Service included with this Ultimate package provides application-related assistance as candidates work through the Nevada licensing process.

State Requirements

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates contractor licensing throughout Nevada. A B-2 license is classified under General Building and is specifically designated for Residential and Small Commercial work.

The official B-2 scope covers construction and remodeling of houses and other structures that support, shelter, or enclose persons, animals, or other property when those structures do not extend more than three stories above ground and one story below ground.

Nevada requires each contractor license to have an appropriate qualified individual. The trade qualified individual generally must have four full years of experience within the requested classification during the 15 years immediately preceding the filing of the application. Qualifying experience must be at the journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor level.

The management qualified individual is responsible for satisfying the business and law examination requirement. The trade qualified individual is responsible for meeting the technical experience and applicable trade examination requirements. One person may serve in both roles when that individual satisfies both sets of qualifications.

Nevada contractor applicants must also demonstrate financial responsibility. The Board requires financial documentation, and the type of financial statement needed depends on the monetary limit requested.

After license approval, the applicant must provide the contractor bond required by the Nevada State Contractors Board. The Board determines the bond amount based on factors including the license type, monetary limit, financial responsibility, experience, and character of the applicant.

Reference Books

• Included Book: International Building Code, 2018
  A major commercial building code reference covering occupancy, construction types, structural requirements, building materials, means of egress, fire-resistance, accessibility concepts, and other general building requirements relevant to B-2 preparation.
• Included Book: International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  A comprehensive residential building code addressing one- and two-family dwelling construction, including foundations, framing, structural systems, walls, roofs, materials, and other residential construction requirements.
• Included Book: ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  A technical structural concrete reference covering design and construction requirements for structural concrete. It supports preparation for concrete-related B-2 examination topics and code-based concrete questions.
• Included Book: Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  The permitted reference for the Nevada Construction Management Survey examination. It supports study of licensing, estimating and bidding, financial management, contracts, lien law, project management, tax and labor topics, risk management, and other contractor business subjects.

Exam Room Approved Books

The following supplied references are approved for use in the Nevada B-2 Residential and Small Commercial trade examination room:

• International Building Code, 2018
  This specific code edition is listed as an allowed reference for the B-2 examination.
• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This specific residential code edition is listed as an allowed reference for the B-2 examination.
• ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
  ACI 318-14 is listed among the approved structural concrete references for the B-2 examination.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is the allowed reference for the separate Nevada Construction Management Survey business and law examination.

The B-2 candidate bulletin identifies other books that were used in developing examination questions but are not allowed in the examination room. Candidates should distinguish between general study references and the specific books permitted at the testing center. This package's exam-room-ready preparation focuses on the supplied approved references.

Test Information and Study Materials

B-2 candidates should prepare for a wide-ranging general building examination. Since carpentry accounts for 12 questions and concrete, masonry, safety, and general code, plan reading, and estimating each account for 10 questions, those categories deserve substantial study time.

Use the International Building Code and International Residential Code regularly during preparation. Practice navigating chapters, definitions, tables, structural provisions, occupancy requirements, construction requirements, and related sections instead of relying only on memorized information.

The ACI 318-14 reference should become familiar for structural concrete topics. Candidates should practice identifying where major concrete requirements are located and how the reference is organized before attempting timed exam simulations.

For the business and law examination, use the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada to review licensing requirements, estimating, bidding, financial management, tax laws, labor laws, contracts, project management, risk management, lien law, and environmental and safety subjects.

Because both examinations are open book, practice should include realistic reference lookups. When working through a question, first identify the subject, then determine which approved reference is most likely to contain the answer. Use the permanent tabs, index, table of contents, and chapter structure to locate information efficiently.

Timed practice can help build a realistic exam-day strategy. Candidates should learn when to answer from established knowledge and when to use a reference lookup. Spending too long searching for one answer can reduce the time available for the rest of the examination.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Nevada contractor candidates organize preparation around the actual structure of the licensing process. For B-2 candidates, that means balancing trade knowledge, open-book navigation, business and law preparation, and application requirements.

This Ultimate package combines exam-room-approved references with 1 year of course access so candidates can work through technical concepts while repeatedly practicing with the books used for exam navigation. The supplied books are highlighted and permanently tabbed to help students identify important sections and develop greater familiarity with their references.

Trade-focused review can help candidates work through areas such as carpentry, concrete, masonry, general building codes, structural requirements, plan reading, estimating, safety, and moisture protection. Practice-oriented preparation reinforces those concepts while also encouraging efficient use of approved references.

Business and law preparation supports the separate Nevada Construction Management Survey requirement. Candidates can organize their review around licensing, financial management, estimating, contracts, labor and tax topics, lien law, project management, and other subjects included in the CMS outline.

The included Application Service adds support beyond test preparation by helping candidates organize the application side of the Nevada contractor licensing process. Together, the course, prepared books, practice structure, reference navigation, and application support provide a more comprehensive preparation path.

No exam preparation program can guarantee a passing score or licensing approval. The purpose of this package is to provide structured preparation, organized references, and application support that help candidates approach the process with greater familiarity and confidence.

FAQ Section

What is included in the Nevada B-2 Ultimate package?

The package includes the supplied B-2 exam-room-approved trade books, the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada, highlighted and tabbed book preparation, 1 year of course access, and Application Service.

How much does the package cost?

The package price is $1,610. A $500 refundable deposit is added, making the total initial payment $2,110.

How long should I allow for my order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for Ultimate Books Exam Room Approved package orders.

Are the supplied books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All supplied books are highlighted and tabbed for exam preparation. Permanent tabs are used to support permitted exam-room reference navigation.

Is the Nevada B-2 trade examination open book?

Yes. The Nevada B-2 Residential and Small Commercial trade examination is open book and permits specific approved reference materials.

Which supplied books are approved for the B-2 trade exam room?

The supplied exam-room-approved B-2 references are the International Building Code, 2018; International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018; and ACI 318-14 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary.

Is the Construction Business and Law Manual allowed in the CMS examination?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is the permitted reference for the Nevada Construction Management Survey business and law examination.

How many questions are on the Nevada B-2 trade exam?

The B-2 examination contains 80 questions. Candidates need at least 56 correct answers and receive 3 hours to complete the exam.

What experience is required for the Nevada B-2 license?

The trade qualified individual generally must demonstrate at least four full years of applicable journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor-level experience within the 15 years immediately before the application is filed.

Do I need a business and law exam for a Nevada contractor license?

Yes. Nevada requires the Construction Management Survey business and law examination for the management qualified individual unless an applicable statutory or regulatory exception applies.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package.

How long is the course access period?

The Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access.

Does Nevada require a contractor bond?

Yes. Nevada contractor licenses require a bond. The Nevada State Contractors Board determines the required amount as part of the license approval process.

Does this package guarantee that I will receive a Nevada B-2 license?

No. Examination results and contractor license approvals depend on the candidate and the Nevada State Contractors Board. This package provides study materials, course access, reference preparation, and application support.