New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package is designed for candidates preparing for the New Mexico EE-98 Part 2 residential electrical contractor exam. This package gives students access to the listed electrical code references, organized exam preparation, business law study support, and additional application support in one complete preparation option.

The EE-98 Part 2 residential exam is focused on residential electrical knowledge connected to the National Electrical Code, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, dwelling unit wiring, branch circuits, feeders, services, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, boxes, raceways, overcurrent protection awareness, electrical safety, equipment installation, code navigation, and contractor responsibilities. Candidates preparing for this exam should be ready to study residential electrical systems and the code rules that apply to regulated electrical work in New Mexico.

Open book contractor exams require more than simply having the correct books available. Candidates need to understand how each reference is organized, where important information is located, and how to apply code language, tables, definitions, residential installation provisions, and practical field judgment during a timed exam. The course access included with this Ultimate package helps guide study time, while the included references support NEC lookup practice, New Mexico Electrical Code review, residential electrical preparation, and exam-style study.

This Ultimate package is a practical choice for candidates who want a more complete preparation option that includes technical references, extended course access, and Application Service. The study materials help candidates review dwelling unit electrical requirements, services, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, boxes, raceways, device installation awareness, New Mexico electrical code requirements, and practical field conditions. Together, the materials support a focused path for preparing for the New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam.

Exam Details

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam is a trade exam for candidates preparing for the residential portion of the EE-98 electrical contractor exam path. The exam includes 100 questions, has a 310-minute time limit, and requires a 75% passing score.

The exam focuses on residential electrical knowledge connected to the National Electrical Code, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, dwelling unit wiring, services, feeders, branch circuits, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, conductors, boxes, raceways, overcurrent protection awareness, electrical safety, code navigation, job-site procedures, and contractor responsibilities.

EE-98 Part 2 candidates should prepare for both technical electrical content and contractor business law content. The trade portion measures knowledge related to residential electrical systems, dwelling unit circuits, service equipment awareness, feeder and branch circuit requirements, wiring methods, conductor selection awareness, grounding and bonding, boxes and fittings, raceways and cable assemblies, device installation awareness, equipment protection, and reference navigation. Business law preparation supports the administrative, legal, and project-management side of contractor licensing. This Ultimate package includes the supplied technical references, business law materials, course access, and Application Service so candidates can study with a more complete preparation plan.

Important study areas may include National Electrical Code organization, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, definitions, dwelling unit requirements, branch circuits, feeders, services, conductor ampacity awareness, wiring methods, cable assemblies, raceways, boxes, grounding electrode awareness, equipment grounding conductors, bonding, overcurrent protection awareness, receptacle and lighting outlet awareness, GFCI and AFCI awareness, working clearances, electrical safety, contractor licensing rules, contracts, project management, and business law topics.

Because the EE-98 Part 2 residential exam is tied to residential electrical contractor work, preparation should focus on both code knowledge and practical field application. Candidates should understand how residential electrical systems are installed, how circuits are protected, how grounding and bonding support safety, how wiring methods are selected for field conditions, and how code requirements support safe, reliable, and compliant dwelling unit installations.

Open Book Test

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam is an open book test. Candidates may use approved references during the exam, but the books must comply with examination rules. Open book testing still requires strong preparation because candidates must recognize the topic, select the correct reference, locate the correct information, and apply it within the time allowed.

Reference navigation is one of the most important skills for this exam. Candidates should practice using tables of contents, indexes, article numbers, definitions, NEC tables, wiring method sections, dwelling unit provisions, branch circuit rules, grounding and bonding requirements, conductor tables, overcurrent protection sections, and New Mexico code language. The goal is to become comfortable moving through each book before test day, not learning the layout for the first time during the exam.

Books used in the exam room are typically expected to be bound, approved, and free of loose papers or added writing. Highlighting, underlining, and permanent tabs may be allowed when they follow testing rules. Candidates should avoid temporary sticky notes, loose inserts, handwritten notes, copied pages, and any added material that could cause a reference to be rejected at the testing site.

A strong open book study routine includes reading a topic, locating the related reference section, answering practice questions, and repeating the lookup process until it becomes familiar. For the EE-98 Part 2 residential exam, candidates should pay close attention to the National Electrical Code, New Mexico Electrical Code, and business law materials connected to contractor licensing.

Licensing Steps

New Mexico contractor licensing is handled through the New Mexico Construction Industries Division. PSI is involved in New Mexico contractor licensing paperwork and contractor examination services. Candidates pursuing the EE-98 electrical contractor classification path should follow the state licensing process for the applicable contractor license and qualifying party requirements.

A practical preparation path begins with identifying the correct exam part and classification path for the electrical work being performed. Candidates should review the EE-98 requirements, confirm the required experience, complete the appropriate qualifying party application materials, and submit the required documentation for approval. Once approved, candidates can schedule the required examination and begin focused preparation using the course and included references.

The Application Service included with this Ultimate package helps support candidates through the application side of the process. Application support can help students stay organized, understand the paperwork involved, and move through the required steps with clearer direction. Candidates remain responsible for meeting all state requirements and submitting accurate information.

Business law preparation is also important for contractor licensing. Contractors are expected to understand licensing rules, contracts, project management, business operations, safety responsibilities, financial obligations, and compliance requirements. The business law materials included with this package support that side of preparation.

After the required exam steps are completed, candidates continue through the remaining licensing requirements. These may include submitting passing score reports, completing contractor license paperwork, providing business entity information, meeting bonding or workers’ compensation requirements when applicable, and satisfying other state licensing documentation. Candidates should keep names, addresses, business information, application details, and exam records consistent throughout the process.

State Requirements

The New Mexico EE-98 Part 2 residential exam is associated with residential electrical contractor knowledge. This exam preparation package supports study of residential electrical systems, dwelling unit provisions, services, feeders, branch circuits, conductors, wiring methods, grounding and bonding, electrical safety, National Electrical Code requirements, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, and contractor responsibilities performed under New Mexico requirements.

Residential electrical work may involve reviewing plans and specifications, installing services, feeders, branch circuits, wiring methods, boxes, devices, lighting outlets, receptacle outlets, equipment connections, grounding and bonding systems, overcurrent protection equipment, and other residential electrical components. Candidates should understand how each part of the electrical system supports safety, reliability, serviceability, and code-compliant performance.

The EE-98 Part 2 residential exam should not be treated as a separate unlimited license by itself or as approval to perform work outside the contractor classification ultimately issued. Work outside the applicable classification may require a different license classification or additional qualifications. Candidates should study the classification and exam path carefully so they understand what the license classification allows and where that classification stops.

For licensing preparation, candidates should understand both the technical scope of residential electrical work and the contractor responsibilities connected to performing regulated construction work in New Mexico. That includes contractor licensing rules, business obligations, job-site safety, electrical code compliance, project documentation, customer communication, installation quality, inspection readiness when applicable, and professional conduct.

Reference Books

• Included Book: National Electrical Code, NEC, 2020
  This electrical code reference supports study of definitions, wiring methods, conductors, branch circuits, feeders, services, grounding and bonding, raceways, cable assemblies, boxes, overcurrent protection awareness, dwelling unit provisions, electrical safety requirements, and code navigation skills used during open book exam preparation.
• Included Book: New Mexico Electrical Code (NMAC 14.10.4), 2020
  This New Mexico electrical code reference supports study of state electrical provisions, adopted code language, New Mexico requirements, amendments, and rules that may apply to residential electrical work performed in New Mexico.
• NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 14th Edition
  This business book supports preparation for contractor business and law topics, including project management, estimating, contracts, risk management, financial management, employment matters, safety, lien law concepts, and contractor responsibilities.
• New Mexico Construction Industries Licensing Act (NMSA Chapter 60, Article 13), 2006
  This state licensing law reference supports study of New Mexico construction licensing provisions, contractor responsibilities, statutory requirements, regulated construction work requirements, and state-level construction compliance topics.

Test Information and Study Materials

This Ultimate package supports EE-98 Part 2 residential electrical exam preparation with a focused set of electrical code and New Mexico electrical code references, business law materials, 1 year of course access, and Application Service. The included references provide the technical foundation for residential electrical preparation, while the online course access helps organize study time and gives candidates a structured way to review residential wiring, branch circuits, feeders, services, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, electrical safety, code navigation, and business law topics.

A strong EE-98 Part 2 study routine should begin with the major residential electrical areas represented by the supplied references. Candidates should understand how dwelling unit electrical systems are planned, how services and feeders supply power, how branch circuits are arranged, how conductors and cables are routed and protected, how grounding and bonding support safety, and how New Mexico Electrical Code provisions connect to the National Electrical Code.

For National Electrical Code study, candidates should review NEC organization, definitions, dwelling unit requirements, branch circuits, feeders, services, conductors, conductor ampacity awareness, wiring methods, raceways, cable assemblies, boxes, fittings, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection awareness, working space awareness, GFCI and AFCI awareness, and equipment installation rules. NEC navigation is a major part of open book electrical exam preparation.

For New Mexico Electrical Code study, candidates should review state electrical provisions, adopted code language, amendments, and New Mexico-specific requirements connected to regulated residential electrical work. Candidates should become comfortable moving between the NEC and New Mexico Electrical Code so they can recognize when state provisions affect the answer.

For residential branch circuit study, candidates should review general lighting circuits, small appliance circuit awareness, laundry circuit awareness, bathroom circuit awareness, garage and exterior outlet awareness, receptacle outlet requirements, lighting outlet awareness, load awareness, conductor protection, and overcurrent protection awareness. Residential electrical preparation requires careful attention to dwelling unit rules and circuit application.

For services and feeders, candidates should review service equipment awareness, service conductors, feeder requirements, panelboard awareness, grounding electrode awareness, bonding, disconnecting means awareness, working clearances, and conductor sizing awareness. These topics are important because services and feeders form the foundation of the electrical system.

For grounding and bonding study, candidates should review grounding electrode awareness, equipment grounding conductors, bonding jumpers, metallic raceway continuity, bonding terminology, grounding and bonding connections, and the purpose of fault-current paths. Grounding and bonding are essential for electrical safety and are commonly emphasized in electrical exam preparation.

For wiring methods study, candidates should review conductor and cable types, raceway systems, boxes, fittings, supports, protection from physical damage, exterior exposure awareness, damp and wet location awareness, and installation conditions. Residential electrical work requires selecting wiring methods that match building conditions and code requirements.

For safety study, candidates should review working clearances, equipment access, electrical hazards, lockout and service awareness, protective equipment awareness, safe work practices, shock and fire hazard reduction, and code provisions designed to protect occupants and workers. Electrical safety is central to responsible residential electrical contractor work.

For business law study, candidates should review contractor responsibilities, licensing rules, contracts, project management, financial responsibility, safety, risk management, and compliance. The business law portion of licensing is important because licensed contractors are responsible not only for trade work but also for proper business practices and legal compliance.

For application preparation, candidates should keep documents organized, review classification requirements, follow the state application process, and make sure names, business information, and exam records are consistent. The Application Service included with this Ultimate package helps support candidates through that process while they prepare for the exam.

For open book practice, candidates should spend time locating information inside each reference rather than only reading summaries. A useful study method is to take a topic, identify the correct book, locate the section, read the relevant language, and then answer a related practice question. This builds reference speed and helps candidates manage the technical references included in the EE-98 Part 2 preparation package.

Practice is an important part of this preparation package. Candidates should use the course to identify weak areas, then use the included references to reinforce those topics. Timed practice can help improve confidence for open book testing. Consistent study helps candidates become more comfortable with NEC articles, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, dwelling unit requirements, residential wiring methods, grounding and bonding topics, and business law materials.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare for the New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam with organized study guidance, electrical code review, residential wiring preparation, New Mexico electrical code study, business law preparation, and practical support for open book exam preparation. This Ultimate package gives candidates access to the listed study materials, 1 year of course access, and Application Service to support a more complete preparation experience.

The course portion supports a structured study approach by helping candidates focus on important EE-98 Part 2 areas, review National Electrical Code requirements, New Mexico Electrical Code provisions, dwelling unit wiring, branch circuits, feeders, services, wiring methods, grounding and bonding, conductor requirements, electrical safety, and practice exam-style thinking. The reference portion supports navigation and technical review, which are essential for open book testing.

Application Service adds another layer of support by helping candidates stay organized through the application side of the process. This can be especially helpful for students who want assistance understanding paperwork, preparing for next steps, and keeping their exam preparation connected to their contractor licensing goal.

1 Exam Prep’s approach is practical and exam-focused. Candidates are encouraged to learn the material, practice with the references, understand the EE-98 electrical contractor exam path, and prepare for the rules of the testing environment. This can help reduce confusion, improve study organization, and build confidence before exam day.

This package is especially useful for candidates who want a preparation option that includes NEC study, New Mexico Electrical Code review, residential electrical exam preparation, business law preparation, 1 year of course access, and Application Service. The EE-98 Part 2 licensing path involves both technical and administrative preparation, and having a structured package can make it easier to manage study time, review the correct material, and stay focused on the licensing goal.

FAQ Section

Who is this Ultimate package for?

This package is for candidates preparing for the New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam who want included references, 1 year of course access, Application Service, business law materials, and organized exam preparation in one package.

What books are included?

The included references are National Electrical Code, NEC, 2020 and New Mexico Electrical Code (NMAC 14.10.4), 2020.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package.

How long is the course access?

This Ultimate package includes 1 year of course access.

What is the package price?

The package price is $1,235. The refundable deposit is $250. The total due today is $1,485.

How long does the ultimate book package order take?

Please allow up to 15 business days for ultimate book package orders.

How many questions are on the New Mexico EE-98 Part 2 exam?

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam includes 100 questions.

How much time is allowed for the exam?

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam has a 310-minute time limit.

What passing score is required?

The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam requires a 75% passing score.

Is the New Mexico EE-98 Part 2 exam open book?

Yes. The New Mexico Residential and Commercial Electrical Part 2 (Residential) Contractor EE-98 exam is an open book test. Candidates should prepare with approved references and make sure the exam-room books meet testing rules.

What topics should I study for the EE-98 Part 2 exam?

Candidates should study the National Electrical Code, New Mexico Electrical Code, dwelling unit wiring, branch circuits, feeders, services, wiring methods, conductors and cables, grounding and bonding, overcurrent protection awareness, GFCI and AFCI awareness, working clearances, electrical safety, and contractor business law topics.

Why is the New Mexico Electrical Code included?

The New Mexico Electrical Code supports preparation for state electrical provisions, adopted code language, amendments, and New Mexico-specific requirements connected to residential electrical work performed in New Mexico.

Does this package guarantee passing the exam?

No. This package provides study materials, references, course access, and application support to help with exam preparation. Exam results depend on the candidate’s experience, study habits, reference knowledge, and test performance.