The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Georgia Residential Basic Contractor Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Georgia Residential Basic Contractor Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution is built for contractors who want a complete, organized path for exam preparation, licensing support, and business setup. This package combines Georgia Residential Basic Contractor exam prep, Georgia Business & Law exam prep, rental reference books, live and recorded classes, self-study courses, application service, business formation, EIN filing, contractor compliance guidance, and a first-year surety bond cost credit for the $25,000 bond that Georgia allows as a substitute for financial net worth.

This package is designed for students preparing for the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor license. The Residential-Basic Contractor exam focuses on residential construction knowledge, including code use, sitework, foundations, concrete, masonry, carpentry, roofing, associated trades, and OSHA safety. The Georgia Business & Law exam focuses on the business and legal responsibilities that come with operating as a contractor, including licensing, estimating, financial management, contracts, project management, risk, labor law, and safety responsibilities.

Open-book contractor exams require more than having the correct books. Candidates need to know how to use the references, where common topics are located, how to read questions carefully, and how to find information under timed testing conditions. This package gives students a structured preparation system through business and trade live classes, recorded classes, self-study courses, and organized reference-book support.

The business setup portion makes this package especially useful for students who are preparing not only to test, but also to build a contractor business foundation. Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, Contractor Compliance Guidance, and Application Service are included, giving students support beyond exam preparation.

Package Price: $1,970 plus a $650 deposit, for a total of $2,620.

Exam Details

The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor licensing process includes two required exams: the Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam. The Residential-Basic Contractor exam contains 80 questions, allows 200 minutes, and requires a minimum passing score of 70%. The Georgia Business & Law exam contains 50 questions, allows 120 minutes, and also requires a minimum passing score of 70%.

The Residential-Basic Contractor exam measures knowledge across core residential construction areas. Topics include sitework, footings and foundations, concrete and concrete reinforcement, masonry, carpentry, roofing, general code and construction knowledge, associated trades, and OSHA safety. Students should be prepared to work with construction terminology, residential building code concepts, field practices, jobsite safety standards, and reference-book navigation.

The Georgia Business & Law exam focuses on the business side of contracting. Exam topics include licensing requirements, estimating and bidding, business organization, financial management, tax laws, labor laws, project management, lien law, contracts, risk management, environmental responsibilities, and safety. This exam helps confirm that a contractor understands the administrative and legal responsibilities involved in running a contracting business in Georgia.

A strong study plan should include both trade preparation and business preparation. The trade exam requires understanding of residential construction methods and the ability to locate information quickly in the references. The Business & Law exam requires familiarity with contractor business practices, financial responsibilities, legal concepts, and project administration.

Open Book Test

The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam are open book. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved references to the examination center. The testing center does not provide the books for the candidate.

Open book does not mean simple. The exam is timed, and the reference list includes large code books and trade references. Students need to know how to use the table of contents, index, chapter headings, permanent tabs, and keywords. A candidate who understands how the books are organized can move more efficiently through the exam than a candidate who is seeing the material for the first time on test day.

Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed, but they must be otherwise unmarked. Books may not contain loose papers or attached papers. Permanent tabs may be used. Temporary tabs, including Post-It style tabs, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Candidates may use a silent, nonprinting, non-programmable calculator in the examination center.

This package helps students prepare for the open-book format through guided instruction, recorded review, self-study support, and rental reference access. Students can practice navigating the books, reviewing the topics, and building a method for answering questions under exam conditions.

Licensing Steps

Georgia Residential Basic Contractor applicants apply through the Georgia Secretary of State licensing system. The applicant selects the appropriate Residential-Basic license type, completes the application, provides required documentation and information, and submits the required fee. Application paths include individual and qualifying agent options, depending on how the applicant plans to operate.

An individual application is used when the applicant is applying as an individual or sole proprietor. A qualifying agent application is used when the applicant will qualify a business organization. Choosing the correct application path matters because business information, qualifying agent information, work history, financial responsibility documentation, insurance, and supporting materials must align with the selected license type.

After the application is reviewed and approved for examination, the candidate may register for the required exams through the testing provider. Candidates must pass both the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam and the Georgia Business & Law exam as part of the licensing process.

The Application Service included in this package helps students organize the licensing side of the process. The business setup portion supports students who need to form an LLC or Corporation, obtain an EIN, and understand contractor compliance responsibilities. These services help students prepare for both the exam process and the business structure needed to operate professionally.

State Requirements

The Georgia Residential Basic Contractor license is regulated by the Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors. This license category applies to contractors pursuing residential construction work under Georgia’s contractor licensing rules. Applicants may apply as individuals or as qualifying agents connected to a business organization.

Georgia Residential Basic Contractor applicants must meet the requirements for the selected application type. The application process may include age requirements, experience documentation, project information, references, insurance, financial responsibility documentation, and other required materials. Students should make sure all application information is accurate, complete, and consistent before submission.

Georgia allows a surety bond to be used as a substitute for financial net worth. For this package, 1 Exam Prep provides a credit toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond. This support helps students address a key financial responsibility option while preparing for the exam and setting up the business side of their contracting operation.

Residential contractor licenses in Georgia are renewed online and must be renewed by June 30 of even-numbered years. A late renewal period is available from July 1 through July 31. Licensed contractors should maintain required insurance, bond or financial responsibility documentation, business records, and compliance items according to Board requirements.

Reference Books

• Included Book: NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Georgia State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, 3rd Edition
  Business and law reference for Georgia contractor exam preparation. It covers contractor licensing, business organization, estimating, bidding, financial management, contracts, project management, risk, safety, and business responsibilities.
• Included Book: 2018 International Residential Code (IRC)
  Residential code reference used for one- and two-family dwelling construction topics, including building planning, foundations, framing, roofing, code requirements, and residential construction standards.
• Included Book: Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), with latest available amendments
  Construction safety reference covering OSHA standards for jobsite safety, hazard recognition, fall protection, excavation, scaffolding, worker protection, and construction safety responsibilities.
• Included Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016 Edition
  Construction reference covering carpentry, framing, layout, building materials, structural components, residential construction methods, and general building practices.
• Included Book: BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2025
  Truss reference focused on proper handling, installation, restraint, and bracing practices for metal plate connected wood trusses.
• Included Book: The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 3rd Edition (2005)
  Concrete construction reference covering concrete materials, placement, reinforcement, finishing, curing, quality practices, and field considerations for concrete work.
• Included Book: Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 9th or 10th Edition
  Masonry reference covering brick, block, stone, mortar, masonry terminology, installation practices, and construction methods used in residential building work.
• Included Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Dave Roberts, 2011
  Excavation and pipe reference covering trenching, excavation planning, pipe installation, equipment, safety, and related field practices.
• Included Book: 2015 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
  Energy code reference used for building energy-efficiency requirements, insulation, fenestration, building envelope provisions, and energy-conservation standards.

Test Information and Study Materials

Effective Georgia Residential Basic Contractor exam preparation should include trade review, business and law review, reference-book navigation, and timed practice. Students should review the exam content areas before studying so they understand how to divide their time and which references support each subject.

For the Residential-Basic trade exam, students should focus on sitework, foundations, concrete, masonry, carpentry, roofing, associated trades, code knowledge, and OSHA safety. Residential construction questions may require both field knowledge and the ability to locate specific information in the IRC or other trade references.

For the Business & Law exam, students should study licensing requirements, estimating, bidding, business organization, financial management, contracts, lien law, project management, tax responsibilities, labor requirements, safety, environmental responsibilities, and risk management. This portion of the licensing process is important for contractors who want to operate with stronger business structure and better awareness of compliance responsibilities.

The included live classes help students work through important business and trade topics in a guided format. Recorded classes allow students to replay lessons, review difficult sections, and study around jobsite responsibilities. Self-study courses give students the flexibility to continue preparation at their own pace throughout the year of course access.

Students should practice using indexes, tables of contents, permanent tabs, chapter headings, and keyword recognition. Timed practice is valuable because the exam requires both speed and accuracy. A balanced study routine should include reading, class review, reference navigation, and practice-oriented review.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps Georgia Residential Basic Contractor candidates prepare with organized study guidance, trade-focused review, business and law preparation, practice-oriented study support, and reference navigation. This all-inclusive package is designed for students who want exam prep, licensing assistance, and business setup support in one place.

The business and trade live classes provide guided instruction for important exam topics. Students can review construction concepts, business responsibilities, and exam-focused material in a structured format. Recorded classes add flexibility by allowing students to revisit lessons as needed. Self-study courses help students stay consistent and continue preparing between class sessions.

Reference navigation is a major part of open-book exam preparation. 1 Exam Prep helps students understand how the books are organized, where common subjects are located, and how to approach questions using a practical search method. Students can build confidence by becoming familiar with the references before test day.

The included Application Service supports students through the licensing side of the process. Business Formation helps establish an LLC or Corporation. EIN Filing helps create the tax identification structure needed for banking, tax management, hiring, and professional business operations. Contractor Compliance Guidance helps students better understand the responsibilities involved in operating as a Georgia contractor.

The surety bond credit adds another practical benefit by helping with the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond that Georgia allows as a substitute for financial net worth. Together, the rental books, course access, classes, application support, business setup services, compliance guidance, and bond credit make this package a complete solution for students preparing for the Georgia Residential Basic Contractor licensing process.

FAQ Section

What is included in The 1 Package for the Georgia Residential Basic Contractor license?

This package includes the listed rental reference books, business and trade live classes, recorded classes, self-study courses, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, Contractor Compliance Guidance, and a 1 Exam Prep credit toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 surety bond.

How much does this package cost?

The package price is $1,970 plus a $650 deposit, for a total of $2,620.

Does this package include business setup?

Yes. This package includes Business Formation for an LLC or Corporation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance for Georgia contractor business setup.

Does this package include application help?

Yes. Application Service is included with this package to help students organize the Georgia Residential Basic Contractor licensing application process.

Is the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam open book?

Yes. The Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam is open book. Candidates must bring the approved references and follow testing rules for highlighting, underlining, indexing, and permanent tabs.

Is the Georgia Business & Law exam open book?

Yes. The Georgia Business & Law exam is open book. Students should prepare the business and law reference and practice locating information efficiently before the exam.

How many questions are on the Georgia Residential-Basic Contractor exam?

The Residential-Basic Contractor exam has 80 questions, allows 200 minutes, and requires a minimum passing score of 70%.

How many questions are on the Georgia Business & Law exam?

The Georgia Business & Law exam has 50 questions, allows 120 minutes, and requires a minimum passing score of 70%.

What does the surety bond credit support?

Georgia allows a surety bond to be used as a substitute for financial net worth. This package includes a 1 Exam Prep credit toward the first-year cost of the $25,000 bond.

Who is this package best for?

This package is best for Georgia Residential Basic Contractor candidates who want exam preparation, rental books, live and recorded classes, self-study access, application support, business formation, EIN filing, compliance guidance, and bond cost support in one all-inclusive package.