Nevada Residential Remodeling Contractor (B-7) - Books & Courses Rental Package

Prepare for the Nevada Residential Remodeling Contractor (B-7) examination with a complete Books & Courses Rental Package that combines the technical references used for B-7 exam preparation, the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada, and 6 months of course access. This package is designed for candidates who want an organized rental solution covering residential code, construction safety, carpentry, cabinetry, concrete, gypsum systems, tile installation, and Nevada business and law preparation.

The Nevada B-7 examination is an open-book test. The package includes the International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016, The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001, The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition, Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition, and Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017.

The package also includes the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada to support preparation for the business and law portion of Nevada contractor licensing. All books included in this rental package are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study, easier subject review, and faster reference navigation during preparation.

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling trade examination contains 50 questions, allows 2 hours for completion, and requires 35 correct answers to pass. The examination covers Carpentry, Thermal and Moisture Protection, Windows and Doors, Drywall and Finishes, Safety, and Estimating and Plan Reading.

Nevada's B-7 Residential Remodeling classification focuses on the remodeling and improvement of an existing detached, stand-alone single-family residence or a single-family residential unit within a structure that does not extend more than three stories above the ground and one story below the ground. The classification does not authorize an increase in the existing enclosed space of the residential structure.

This rental package supports both trade knowledge and structured review. Candidates can work through residential code requirements, safety, framing, drywall, cabinets, tile, concrete, estimating, and plan reading while using the included course access to reinforce the material over a defined study period.

Package Price: $1,335 plus a $550 refundable deposit, for a total of $1,885.

Please allow up to 15 business days for book & course rental package orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor examination contains 50 questions. Candidates are allowed 2 hours to complete the examination and must answer 35 questions correctly to pass.

The examination content is divided into the following areas:

• Carpentry: 12 questions
• Thermal and Moisture Protection: 7 questions
• Windows and Doors: 5 questions
• Drywall and Finishes: 15 questions
• Safety: 6 questions
• Estimating and Plan Reading: 5 questions

Drywall and Finishes is the largest examination category with 15 questions. Candidates should devote substantial study time to gypsum systems, drywall installation, finish materials, cabinets, tile installation, substrates, and other remodeling topics related to interior finishes.

Carpentry accounts for 12 questions. Review wall framing, floor framing, roof and ceiling systems, openings, stairs, headers, fastening, layout, tools, materials, and construction sequencing.

Thermal and Moisture Protection accounts for 7 questions. Candidates should understand waterproofing, flashing, weather protection, insulation, roofing interfaces, and the ways remodeling work can affect existing moisture-control systems.

Safety accounts for 6 questions, while Windows and Doors and Estimating and Plan Reading each account for 5 questions. A balanced preparation plan should include all six exam areas rather than concentrating only on carpentry and finishes.

Open Book Test

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor examination is an open-book test.

The references included in this package support open-book preparation across the major B-7 subject areas:

• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
• The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
• The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
• Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017

Open-book testing still requires solid trade knowledge. With 50 questions in two hours, candidates have approximately two and a half minutes per question on average. Searching several books without a clear idea of where to begin can consume valuable time.

A productive strategy is to learn which reference is most useful for each type of question. Residential code questions may lead to the IRC, safety questions to OSHA, carpentry questions to the carpentry reference, drywall questions to the gypsum handbook, cabinet questions to the furniture and cabinet guide, concrete questions to the concrete reference, and tile questions to the tile installation handbook.

The highlighted and tabbed format can support quicker navigation during preparation. Candidates should still learn the structure of each reference, including indexes, tables of contents, chapter organization, definitions, tables, and subject terminology.

Timed lookup drills are especially useful. Choose a subject, identify the most appropriate reference, locate the applicable material, and repeat the exercise until reference selection becomes faster and more natural.

Licensing Steps

1. Confirm the B-7 classification. Make sure Residential Remodeling matches the type of work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. The contractor application must identify the person responsible for satisfying the applicable qualification requirements.
3. Prepare qualifying experience information. Organize the work-history documentation required for the B-7 classification.
4. Submit the Nevada contractor license application. Complete the applicable application and supporting documentation.
5. Receive examination eligibility. After the application and experience information are reviewed, the qualifying individual can proceed with the required examinations.
6. Prepare for the B-7 trade examination. Study carpentry, moisture protection, windows and doors, drywall, finishes, safety, estimating, and plan reading.
7. Practice reference navigation. Use the highlighted and tabbed books throughout preparation to become familiar with where key topics are located.
8. Prepare for Nevada Business and Law. Use the included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada as part of business exam preparation.
9. Complete the required examinations. Take the applicable trade and business examinations.
10. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Finish the additional requirements associated with contractor license issuance.

State Requirements

Nevada recognizes B-7 Residential Remodeling as a subclassification within Classification B General Building.

The B-7 scope covers the remodeling and improvement of an existing detached, stand-alone single-family residence or a single-family residential unit within a structure that does not extend more than three stories above the ground and one story below the ground.

An important limitation is that the B-7 classification does not authorize the contractor to increase the existing enclosed space of the residential structure.

This makes the classification particularly relevant to remodeling projects that improve existing residential areas without expanding the enclosed footprint. Work may involve framing modifications within the authorized scope, drywall, cabinets, tile, windows, doors, concrete-related repair, finishes, and moisture-protection work.

Residential remodeling differs from new construction because the contractor must work with existing walls, floors, ceilings, utilities, finishes, framing, and dimensions. Candidates should understand how new work connects to existing construction while maintaining appropriate code and workmanship requirements.

The B-7 trade examination is one part of Nevada contractor licensing. Applicants must also satisfy applicable qualification, application, business and law, and other licensing requirements before a contractor license is issued.

Reference Books

• Included Rental Book: International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports preparation involving residential framing, floors, walls, roofs, stairs, openings, weather protection, definitions, tables, and other one- and two-family dwelling requirements.
• Included Rental Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports construction safety preparation involving fall hazards, ladders, scaffolds, personal protective equipment, electrical hazards, demolition conditions, tools, and material handling.
• Included Rental Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports framing, layout, floors, walls, roofs, ceilings, openings, stairs, tools, fasteners, materials, and general residential construction practices.
• Included Rental Book: The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports cabinet construction, built-ins, joinery, hardware, layout, materials, assembly, and finish carpentry concepts relevant to remodeling projects.
• Included Rental Book: The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports preparation involving concrete materials, placement, reinforcement coordination, finishing, curing, and quality construction practices.
• Included Rental Book: Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports gypsum board, drywall systems, partitions, ceilings, sheathing, fastening, installation, and finishing methods.
• Included Rental Book: Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports ceramic, glass, and stone tile systems, substrate preparation, installation methods, materials, movement considerations, and finish-related construction.
• Included Rental Book: Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  This highlighted and tabbed reference supports preparation involving Nevada contractor business practices, licensing responsibilities, contracts, management, and related business and law topics.

Exam Room Approved Books

• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  Included for applicable residential code questions and residential remodeling requirements.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Included for applicable construction safety and OSHA-related questions.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Included for applicable carpentry, framing, and general residential building questions.
• The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
  Included for applicable cabinet, built-in, joinery, and finish carpentry topics.
• The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction - 4th Edition
  Included for applicable concrete construction and field-practice topics.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th edition
  Included for applicable gypsum, drywall, ceiling, partition, and finish topics.
• Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017
  Included for applicable ceramic, glass, and stone tile installation topics.

Test Information and Study Materials

A strong Nevada B-7 study plan should begin with Drywall and Finishes, the largest examination category. Candidates should review gypsum systems, drywall installation, finishing, cabinets, tile systems, substrates, and other interior remodeling work.

Gypsum Construction should include board types, fastening, joints, ceilings, partitions, sheathing, finishing, and the relationship between new drywall and existing wall systems.

Tile Installation should include substrate preparation, installation methods, material selection, layout, movement considerations, and moisture-related conditions. Bathrooms, showers, kitchens, and other residential remodeling areas often combine tile work with waterproofing and finish requirements.

Cabinet and Finish Carpentry preparation should include built-ins, joinery, layout, hardware, materials, assembly, and installation. Candidates should understand how cabinets relate to walls, floors, countertops, appliances, and surrounding finishes.

Carpentry accounts for 12 questions. Review wall framing, floor framing, roof and ceiling systems, openings, headers, stairs, sheathing, fastening, tools, lumber, and construction sequencing.

Thermal and Moisture Protection should include flashing, waterproofing, insulation, roofing interfaces, weather protection, and moisture management. These topics are especially important when new remodeling work connects to existing exterior walls, roofs, windows, bathrooms, and other moisture-sensitive assemblies.

Windows and Doors should include rough openings, structural support, installation, weather protection, flashing, hardware, and finish coordination.

Safety should include fall protection, personal protective equipment, ladders, scaffolds, hand and power tools, electrical hazards, demolition conditions, housekeeping, and material handling.

Estimating and Plan Reading should include floor plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, dimensions, symbols, notes, areas, volumes, and basic material takeoffs.

The included 6 months of course access can be used alongside the highlighted and tabbed rental books to organize trade review, reinforce remodeling concepts, support practice-oriented preparation, and build a consistent study routine.

The highlighted and tabbed books can support faster reference practice by helping candidates return to important material efficiently. However, candidates should also become familiar with each book's chapter organization and terminology instead of relying only on tabs.

A useful preparation method is to practice one reference at a time initially. Complete residential code questions using the IRC, safety questions with OSHA, carpentry questions with the carpentry reference, and finish questions with the corresponding drywall, cabinet, concrete, or tile book.

Once those relationships are familiar, combine the questions into mixed practice. Mixed review is valuable because the actual B-7 examination moves from one subject area to another.

Timed lookup drills can help improve pacing. Select a remodeling topic, choose the reference most likely to contain the information, and locate the applicable material within a limited period.

Because the examination contains 50 questions in two hours, candidates should avoid spending too much time searching one book. Strong subject recognition and reference selection can help preserve time for difficult questions.

The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada can be studied separately from the trade materials so candidates can keep contractor business responsibilities, laws, and management topics organized while preparing for the overall licensing process.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep supports Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, reference navigation, and confidence-building study structure.

This Books & Courses Rental Package brings together the technical references, Nevada business and law material, highlighted and tabbed book preparation, and 6 months of course access in one coordinated rental solution.

The references cover residential code, safety, carpentry, cabinetry, concrete, drywall, and tile installation so candidates can connect exam topics to the type of book most likely to support the question.

1 Exam Prep encourages candidates to combine reference navigation with active trade review rather than depending only on open-book searching. The more familiar candidates become with the subject matter and the layout of the books, the more efficiently they can approach practice questions.

Practice-oriented preparation can help identify whether a missed question comes from weak framing knowledge, slow reference navigation, a safety gap, misunderstanding of drywall or tile methods, or difficulty with estimating and plan reading.

The goal is to help candidates approach the Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor examination with stronger remodeling knowledge, better reference-navigation skills, improved understanding of finishes and safety, and a structured study routine without guaranteeing a passing score or licensing approval.

How many questions are on the Nevada B-7 exam?

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor examination contains 50 questions.

How much time is allowed for the B-7 examination?

Candidates are allowed 2 hours to complete the examination.

How many correct answers are required to pass?

Candidates must answer 35 questions correctly to pass the Nevada B-7 trade examination.

Is the Nevada B-7 exam open book?

Yes. The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor examination is an open-book test.

How long is the course access period?

The package includes 6 months of course access.

Are all the books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All books included in this rental package are highlighted and tabbed.

Is the Nevada business book included?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is included in this rental package.

What is the price of the Nevada B-7 Books & Courses Rental Package?

The package price is $1,335 plus a $550 refundable deposit, for a total of $1,885.

Is the $550 deposit refundable?

Yes. The $550 amount is identified as a refundable deposit for this rental package.

How long should I allow for the rental package order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for book & course rental package orders.

What is the largest section of the B-7 exam?

Drywall and Finishes is the largest category with 15 questions.

How many carpentry questions are on the B-7 exam?

The examination contains 12 Carpentry questions.

Does the B-7 exam include safety?

Yes. Safety accounts for 6 questions, and OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 is included in this package.

Does the exam include estimating and plan reading?

Yes. Estimating and Plan Reading accounts for 5 questions.

Can a B-7 contractor increase the existing enclosed space?

No. The B-7 classification does not authorize an increase in the existing enclosed space of the residential structure.

How should I use this rental package to study?

Use the highlighted and tabbed books for reference practice, the included course for structured review, and mixed practice questions to improve both trade knowledge and reference selection.

Does this package guarantee that I will pass the Nevada B-7 exam?

No. This rental package provides references and course access designed to support organized preparation. Examination results depend on each candidate's experience, remodeling knowledge, study, reference-navigation skills, and performance on test day.