The 1 Package: All-Inclusive Nevada Residential Remodeling Contractor (B-7) Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

Prepare for the Nevada Residential Remodeling Contractor (B-7) examination, contractor licensing process, and business setup with The 1 Package. This all-inclusive solution combines the technical books used for B-7 preparation, highlighted and tabbed references, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, Contractor Compliance Guidance, and the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada.

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling classification is regulated by the Nevada State Contractors Board. It is designed for remodeling and improvement work involving 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 B-7 classification does not authorize the contractor to increase the existing enclosed space of the residential structure.

This classification requires candidates to understand multiple areas of residential remodeling instead of concentrating on a single specialty. Exam preparation includes carpentry, thermal and moisture protection, windows and doors, drywall and finishes, construction safety, estimating, plan reading, residential code requirements, concrete construction, cabinets and furniture construction, and tile installation.

The technical references included with this package are 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 Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is also included to support preparation for the Nevada Contractor Management Survey and Business and Law examination.

All included books are highlighted and tabbed to provide an organized study library for technical and business preparation. Candidates can use the books alongside the course to practice reference navigation, locate important subject areas, and develop familiarity with the materials before examination day.

Package Price: $2,760.

Refundable Deposit: $550.

Total Due Today: $3,310.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Exam Details

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling trade examination is administered through PSI for candidates whose examination eligibility is established through the Nevada State Contractors Board.

• Exam: Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling
• Number of Questions: 50
• Time Allowed: 2 hours
• Minimum Passing Score: 35 correct answers
• Testing Provider: PSI

The B-7 examination content is divided among the following subjects:

• 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 individual category with 15 questions. Candidates should spend substantial preparation time on gypsum products, drywall installation, finishing methods, interior surfaces, tile-related work, and other finishing subjects associated with residential remodeling.

Carpentry contains 12 questions and is another major portion of the examination. Study should include residential framing, rough and finish carpentry, cabinets, trim, structural wood components, installation methods, remodeling procedures, and practical carpentry concepts.

Thermal and Moisture Protection contains seven questions. Candidates should review weather protection, moisture control, insulation-related concepts, flashing, roofing-related remodeling concerns, sealants, and methods used to protect residential construction from water and environmental exposure.

Safety contains six questions. OSHA preparation should include personal protective equipment, ladders, scaffolds, fall protection, power tools, material handling, and other construction hazards that may be encountered during remodeling work.

Windows and Doors and Estimating and Plan Reading each contain five questions. Candidates should understand installation and remodeling considerations for doors and windows while also practicing interpretation of plans, dimensions, quantities, and project information.

Open Book Test

The Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling trade examination is an open-book test. The technical references included with this package are used for B-7 examination preparation and reference navigation:

• 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

The International Residential Code is an important reference for residential construction requirements. Candidates should practice locating provisions involving floors, walls, roofs, openings, stairs, guards, structural components, weather protection, and other residential building requirements.

Carpentry and Building Construction supports preparation involving framing, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, structural wood components, tools, building techniques, and remodeling methods. The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction adds focused preparation involving cabinetry, joinery, construction methods, and finish carpentry.

The Gypsum Construction Handbook supports the largest examination content category by reinforcing drywall materials, installation, finishing, accessories, and related interior construction methods. The Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation provides additional preparation for finished surfaces and tile installations encountered in residential remodeling.

OSHA supports safety preparation, while The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction reinforces practical concrete knowledge that can be useful when remodeling work involves existing or modified concrete conditions.

With 50 questions and two hours available, candidates have an average of approximately 2.4 minutes per question. Strong preparation should therefore combine construction knowledge with efficient reference navigation rather than depending on lengthy book searches for every question.

Licensing Steps

The Nevada State Contractors Board regulates the B-7 Residential Remodeling classification. The contractor licensing process includes qualification, application review, examinations, business requirements, financial responsibility, and other licensing conditions.

1. Confirm the B-7 classification. Determine that Residential Remodeling matches the type of contracting work the business intends to perform.
2. Identify the qualifying individual. Designate the person who will establish the required trade experience and technical qualification.
3. Document qualifying experience. Prepare experience records demonstrating qualifying work in the requested classification.
4. Prepare the Nevada contractor license application. Assemble the required business, qualifier, experience, financial, and supporting information.
5. Submit the application to the Nevada State Contractors Board. The Board reviews the application and qualification documentation.
6. Complete applicable background requirements. Follow the fingerprint and criminal history procedures associated with Nevada contractor licensing.
7. Receive examination eligibility. After the applicable qualification review, eligible candidates can schedule required examinations.
8. Schedule the B-7 trade examination. PSI administers the Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling examination.
9. Prepare for the trade exam. Study carpentry, drywall and finishes, moisture protection, doors and windows, safety, estimating, plan reading, and residential code requirements.
10. Prepare for Nevada Business and Law. Use the included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada for Contractor Management Survey preparation.
11. Complete the required examinations. Satisfy applicable trade and management examination requirements unless an approved waiver applies.
12. Complete remaining licensing requirements. Address applicable financial responsibility, bond, and other Nevada State Contractors Board requirements.
13. Establish the business entity. Business Formation for an LLC or corporation is included with The 1 Package.
14. Obtain an EIN. EIN Filing with the IRS is included as part of the business setup solution.

State Requirements

The B-7 Residential Remodeling classification authorizes 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.

A key limitation of the B-7 classification is that it does not authorize the contractor to increase the existing enclosed space of the residential structure. Candidates should understand this scope when deciding whether B-7 matches the projects they intend to perform.

For the standard Nevada contractor licensing pathway, the Trade Qualified Individual generally must have at least four full years of qualifying experience within the 15 years immediately preceding the application. The experience should be in the classification requested and at an applicable journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor level.

Nevada contractor licensing also uses management and trade qualification. One individual may satisfy both roles when all applicable requirements are met, or separate individuals may serve as the Management Qualified Individual and Trade Qualified Individual.

The Management Qualified Individual generally must satisfy the Nevada Contractor Management Survey Business and Law requirement. The included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada supports preparation for this portion of the licensing process.

Other contractor licensing requirements can include financial responsibility review, background procedures, a contractor license bond, and completion of the final licensing conditions established by the Nevada State Contractors Board.

Reference Books

• International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings, 2018
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting residential construction requirements involving framing, floors, walls, roofs, stairs, openings, weather protection, structural elements, and other residential code topics.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting construction safety preparation involving fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, personal protective equipment, tools, material handling, and other jobsite hazards.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting rough and finish carpentry, framing, structural wood construction, building methods, tools, and residential remodeling knowledge.
• The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting cabinet construction, joinery, furniture-building methods, materials, and finish carpentry concepts relevant to remodeling work.
• The Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting practical concrete construction, preparation, placement, finishing, quality, and workmanship concepts.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting drywall, gypsum products, installation methods, finishing, accessories, and interior construction.
• Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation, 2017
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting ceramic, glass, and stone tile installation methods, materials, substrates, and finish-related remodeling preparation.
• Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada
  Included Book: Highlighted and tabbed reference supporting Nevada Contractor Management Survey preparation, including licensing, estimating and bidding, financial management, contracts, labor laws, risk management, and other contractor business topics.

All included books are highlighted and tabbed.

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.

Test Information and Study Materials

A productive B-7 study plan should reflect the examination weighting. Drywall and Finishes and Carpentry together make up more than half of the scored questions, making these subjects major priorities.

Focus on Drywall and Finishes. Review gypsum materials, installation, finishing methods, interior surfaces, tile installations, and finish-related remodeling work.

Strengthen Carpentry. Study framing, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, cabinets, structural wood components, tools, fastening, and practical remodeling procedures.

Practice Residential Code Navigation. Use the 2018 International Residential Code regularly. Develop familiarity with its organization so you can locate specific residential requirements efficiently.

Review Thermal and Moisture Protection. Study weather-resistant construction, flashing, insulation-related concepts, moisture control, sealants, roofing concerns, and protection of existing residential structures.

Prepare Windows and Doors. Review installation principles, openings, components, and residential remodeling considerations.

Study Safety. Use OSHA to strengthen recall involving ladders, scaffolds, fall protection, PPE, tools, and safe remodeling practices.

Practice Estimating and Plan Reading. Work with dimensions, quantities, building information, drawings, project details, and practical estimating concepts.

Use timed practice. With 50 questions in two hours, candidates should develop a steady pace and become comfortable deciding when to search a reference and when to rely on established trade knowledge.

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, Nevada Business and Law preparation, licensing assistance, and business setup services.

The highlighted and tabbed books provide an organized reference library covering residential code requirements, carpentry, cabinets, concrete, drywall, tile, safety, and contractor business law. Candidates can work through the course while becoming more familiar with the references used throughout preparation.

With 1 year of course access, candidates can revisit challenging areas instead of rushing through the material. A candidate with strong carpentry experience may spend additional time on drywall, tile, code navigation, or estimating, while another may focus on finish carpentry, safety, or moisture protection.

Practice-oriented preparation helps identify weaker subjects. Reviewing missed questions can show whether additional study is needed in drywall and finishes, carpentry, thermal protection, doors and windows, safety, or plan reading.

Reference-navigation practice helps candidates become more efficient with the International Residential Code and the other technical materials. The goal is to build enough familiarity with the books to locate information purposefully while also strengthening the trade knowledge needed to recognize the correct approach to a question.

The included Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada supports preparation for the Contractor Management Survey, allowing candidates to organize trade and business-law preparation as separate but connected parts of the contractor licensing process.

Application Service is included to help organize the Nevada contractor licensing application process. This gives candidates support with the application side while they continue preparing for the technical and management examinations.

Business Formation is included to establish an LLC or corporation so the customer is legally structured and ready to operate as a residential remodeling contractor in Nevada.

EIN Filing with the IRS is included to obtain the Employer Identification Number used to open business bank accounts, manage taxes properly, hire employees, and operate the contracting business professionally.

Contractor Compliance Guidance provides assistance understanding compliance requirements necessary for Nevada contractors so the business is positioned for long-term operation.

By combining highlighted and tabbed books, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing, Contractor Compliance Guidance, trade preparation, reference navigation, and Nevada Business and Law study, The 1 Package provides a comprehensive solution for candidates pursuing the Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling Contractor license and preparing to establish their contracting business.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in The 1 Package for Nevada B-7?

The package includes all listed technical books, the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.

How much does The 1 Package cost?

The package price is $2,760 plus a refundable $550 book deposit, for a total due today of $3,310.

Is the $550 book deposit refundable?

Yes. The $550 amount is identified as a refundable book deposit.

Is the Nevada B-7 Residential Remodeling exam open book?

Yes. The B-7 Residential Remodeling trade examination is open book.

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

The B-7 Residential Remodeling examination contains 50 questions.

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

Candidates have two hours to complete the examination.

What score is required to pass the Nevada B-7 exam?

The minimum passing score is 35 correct answers out of 50 questions.

What is the largest B-7 exam category?

Drywall and Finishes is the largest category with 15 questions, followed by Carpentry with 12 questions.

What does the Nevada B-7 classification cover?

The B-7 classification covers qualifying remodeling and improvement of an existing detached single-family residence or qualifying single-family residential unit within the structural limits established for the classification.

Can a B-7 contractor increase the enclosed space of the residence?

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

Are the books highlighted and tabbed?

Yes. All books included with this package are highlighted and tabbed.

Is the Nevada Business and Law book included?

Yes. The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is included for Contractor Management Survey preparation.

Does The 1 Package include 1 year of course access?

Yes. The package includes 1 year of course access.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with The 1 Package.

Does the package include Business Formation?

Yes. Business Formation for an LLC or corporation is included as part of The 1 Package.

Is EIN Filing included?

Yes. EIN Filing with the IRS is included to help establish the contracting business for banking, taxes, hiring, and professional business operations.

Does the package include Contractor Compliance Guidance?

Yes. Contractor Compliance Guidance is included to help customers understand compliance requirements associated with operating a Nevada contracting business.

How long should I allow for The 1 Package book order?

Please allow up to 15 business days for The 1 Package book orders.