{"product_id":"the-1-package-all-inclusive-idaho-plumbing-specialty-contractor-exam-licensing-business-setup-solution","title":"The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Idaho Plumbing Specialty Contractor Exam, Licensing \u0026 Business Setup Solution","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eThe 1 Package: All-Inclusive Idaho Plumbing Specialty Contractor Exam, Licensing \u0026amp; Business Setup Solution\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re pursuing an Idaho \u003cstrong\u003ePlumbing Specialty Contractor\u003c\/strong\u003e license, you’re doing more than preparing for an exam—you’re preparing to operate as a compliant contracting business. The 1 Package is built for candidates who want a single, organized solution that covers \u003cstrong\u003eexam preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eapplication support\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ebusiness setup\u003c\/strong\u003e services in one place, so you don’t have to piece everything together on your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDOPL’s plumbing exam bulletin states Idaho plumbing exams are \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e. For specialty contractor candidates, the approved reference is the \u003cstrong\u003eDivision of Occupational \u0026amp; Professional Licenses (DOPL) Contractor’s Business and Law Reference Manual\u003c\/strong\u003e. Open-book testing rewards candidates who are prepared to work from the reference efficiently under a time limit. That’s why this package combines access to the approved manual (rental) with a structured prep plan designed to help you develop the real exam skill: recognizing what a question is asking and quickly confirming the answer in the book without wasting time searching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis all-inclusive solution also adds what many new contractors need after (or alongside) testing: the business setup steps that help you operate professionally. Business Formation and EIN filing can support a smoother start, better organization, and a clearer separation between personal and business activity. Contractor Compliance Guidance is designed to help you understand key compliance considerations so you can move forward with more clarity. While no service can guarantee exam outcomes, licensing approval, or processing timelines, having an organized plan and support services can reduce preventable errors and help you stay on track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Inclusive Pricing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Cost:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1,865\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlus a $50 Refundable Deposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refundable if books are returned in similar condition within 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal:\u003c\/strong\u003e $1,915 (All-Inclusive – No Hidden Fees!)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Division of Occupational \u0026amp; Professional Licenses Contractor’s Business and Law Reference Manual (rental)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year of course access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included with this package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Formation (LLC or Corporation):\u003c\/strong\u003e Establish your business entity so you are legally structured and ready to operate as a plumbing specialty contractor in Idaho.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEIN Filing with the IRS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Obtain your Employer Identification Number (EIN) to open business bank accounts, manage taxes properly, hire employees, and operate professionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor Compliance Guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Assistance understanding compliance considerations so your business is positioned for long-term success.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDOPL’s Idaho plumbing exam bulletin outlines the exam format and rules for contractor-level and specialty contractor testing. For the \u003cstrong\u003ePlumbing Specialty Contractor\u003c\/strong\u003e exam, DOPL provides these key details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam:\u003c\/strong\u003e Idaho Plumbing Specialty Contractor (often listed in DOPL materials as Appliance\/Water Pump Contractor specialty)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime Allowed:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Passing Score:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExam Fee:\u003c\/strong\u003e $75 (non-refundable exam fee listed by DOPL)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuestion Format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four-option multiple-choice; DOPL also states there are True\/False questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResults:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOPL states exam results are provided upon test completion (pass\/fail reporting)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproved Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e DOPL lists the Contractor’s Business and Law Reference Manual as the approved reference for the Plumbing Specialty Contractor exam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this exam is reference-based, studying effectively means practicing how to use the approved manual under exam conditions. The 1 Package is designed to support that: the rental reference is your foundation, and the course access gives you time to build consistent habits instead of rushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDOPL states Idaho plumbing license exams are \u003cstrong\u003eopen book\u003c\/strong\u003e. For the Plumbing Specialty Contractor exam, the approved reference is the Contractor’s Business and Law Reference Manual. Open book helps only if you can use the book efficiently under a time limit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDOPL’s bulletin explains what is allowed in reference materials during the exam:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou \u003cstrong\u003emay highlight\u003c\/strong\u003e your book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou \u003cstrong\u003emay tab\u003c\/strong\u003e different sections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou \u003cstrong\u003emay leave notes\u003c\/strong\u003e in the reference material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoose paper\u003c\/strong\u003e in your reference materials \u003cstrong\u003ewill not be allowed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat this means for your preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your exam-day advantage comes from a clean organization system and a repeatable approach. 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Instead of trying to coordinate multiple steps on your own, you get an organized approach built for open-book testing and contractor readiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause DOPL’s exam is open book and time-limited, 1 Exam Prep focuses on building the skill that drives performance: efficient reference navigation. You’ll practice a repeatable strategy—recognize the question type, locate the relevant section quickly, confirm the detail, and answer with confidence. With Application Service included, you also receive support staying organized as you move through application steps. And with Business Formation and EIN filing included, you can move forward with a professional foundation designed to support contracting operations. The goal is realistic support and clearer direction—without guaranteeing exam outcomes, licensing approval, or business results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: What is included in The 1 Package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1 Package includes the Contractor’s Business and Law Reference Manual (rental), 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation (LLC or Corporation), EIN filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFAQ: What is the total cost and what portion is refundable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Total Cost is \u003cstrong\u003e$1,865\u003c\/strong\u003e. There is also a \u003cstrong\u003e$50 refundable deposit\u003c\/strong\u003e that is refundable if books are returned in similar condition within 1 year. 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