The 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

The 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

The 1 Package: All-Inclusive New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution is designed for candidates who want a complete preparation and startup support option for the New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam and licensing process. This package combines the listed exam references, online course access, application support, business setup services, and contractor compliance guidance in one all-inclusive solution.

This package is built around the provided GS-16 exam references: New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021, New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021, International Building Code, 2021, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition, and ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries. It also includes the provided business books note: Business books included: Includes Lines 2-4.

Masonry contractor exam preparation requires a strong understanding of masonry materials, brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, wall construction, layout, openings, veneers, structural masonry provisions, commercial building code requirements, residential building code requirements, and OSHA construction safety. Because this is an open-book contractor exam, candidates should study both the trade material and the organization of the references so they can locate answers efficiently during preparation and testing.

Total Cost: $2585

Refundable Deposit: $450, refundable if books are returned in similar condition within 1 year

Total: $3035 All-Inclusive – No Hidden Fees!

Business books included: Includes Lines 2-4

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

This all-inclusive package is built for candidates who want more than exam preparation alone. Along with the listed GS-16 exam references and 1 year of course access, the package includes Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance. This creates a complete preparation and startup support path for candidates who are studying for the exam while also organizing the business side of their contracting goal.

The reference set for this package supports masonry trade preparation, code review, structural masonry awareness, and safety study. Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone supports practical masonry preparation, including masonry materials, tools, layout, mortar, grout, brick, block, stone, veneers, walls, openings, and field procedures. ACI 530/530.1-13 supports masonry structural requirements and specifications. The New Mexico Commercial Building Code, New Mexico Residential Building Code, and IBC support code-based preparation, while OSHA supports construction safety review.

Exam Details

The New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam is intended for candidates preparing for contractor work involving masonry construction, brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, wall construction, code compliance, and construction safety. Preparation should focus on the listed references and the ability to apply practical trade knowledge to exam questions.

Important study areas include masonry materials, brick, concrete masonry units, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, flashing, anchors, ties, veneers, wall construction, openings, lintels, control joints, expansion joints, layout, estimating awareness, tools, scaffolding safety, commercial building code provisions, residential building code provisions, IBC organization, New Mexico code requirements, OSHA construction safety, and ACI masonry requirements.

Because the exam is reference-based, candidates should practice using the books during study. A strong approach is to read a question, identify the key topic, decide whether the topic relates to masonry trade practice, structural masonry provisions, residential code, commercial code, New Mexico code, or OSHA safety, locate the applicable section, table, definition, construction detail, illustration, safety standard, specification, commentary, or trade explanation, and confirm the answer directly from the book.

GS-16 questions may involve practical jobsite details. Candidates should understand how masonry work connects to foundations, walls, openings, reinforcement, mortar and grout, masonry units, bond patterns, flashing, anchorage, veneers, structural requirements, moisture control, and safety procedures. They should also understand how to move efficiently between the masonry trade reference and code books when a question changes from field procedure to code or specification language.

The online course included in this package helps organize study across major GS-16 topics and gives candidates a structure for repeated review. The business setup and application support components help candidates organize the licensing and business side of the process while the course and books support exam preparation.

Open Book Test

The New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) examination is an open book test using approved references. Candidates are responsible for bringing their own approved reference materials to the examination center when required by testing instructions. This package includes the listed references for study and exam preparation: New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021, New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021, International Building Code, 2021, Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA), Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition, and ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries.

Open-book testing does not mean candidates can rely on searching the books for the first time during the exam. The most prepared candidates know how the references are organized before test day. They understand how to use the table of contents, indexes, chapter headings, definitions, code sections, tables, diagrams, illustrations, construction details, safety sections, specifications, commentaries, and trade reference organization. They also understand when a question is likely asking about practical masonry work, structural masonry requirements, residential code, commercial code, New Mexico code material, or OSHA safety.

Reference materials must be bound and may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the examination session. Permanent tabs are allowed. Temporary tabs, including Post-it notes, are not allowed and must be removed before the exam begins. Reference materials containing writing are not allowed into the examination, and candidates are not permitted to write in the references during the testing session.

This package supports open-book preparation by giving candidates access to the listed references and 1 year of course access. Candidates can use the course to guide their study, review GS-16 trade topics, and practice navigating the books in a way that supports timed exam performance.

Licensing Steps

Candidates preparing for the New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam should begin by confirming the correct classification connected to their licensing goal. GS-16 work involves masonry construction, brick, block, stone, wall systems, structural masonry awareness, code compliance, and construction safety knowledge, so candidates should make sure they are preparing for the correct New Mexico classification before studying or scheduling.

A practical preparation path includes reviewing the GS-16 classification, gathering needed information, completing the proper application process, submitting required materials, receiving approval to test when required, scheduling the exam, studying the listed references, preparing for any additional required exam, and arriving at the test center with proper identification and approved materials.

This package includes Application Service, which is designed to help support candidates through the application portion of the process. Application Service does not replace state requirements or guarantee approval, but it can help candidates stay organized and move through the process with clearer guidance.

The package also includes business setup support. Business Formation helps customers establish a business entity, such as an LLC or Corporation. EIN Filing with the IRS helps obtain the Employer Identification Number used for business banking, tax organization, hiring employees, and professional business operation. Contractor Compliance Guidance helps customers understand contractor compliance responsibilities connected to operating a contracting business.

State Requirements

New Mexico Masonry Contractor preparation requires study of trade and code references connected to masonry, commercial building code requirements, residential building code requirements, New Mexico building code provisions, structural masonry requirements, and OSHA safety. The exam preparation process should focus on practical construction knowledge and the ability to locate reference material quickly during an open-book test.

New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021 and New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021 support state-specific building code preparation. Candidates should study these references alongside the International Building Code, 2021 to understand commercial and residential building code organization and masonry-related code topics.

Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition supports the trade portion of preparation. Candidates should review masonry units, brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, tools, layout, wall construction, openings, veneers, reinforcement awareness, flashing, anchorage, and practical masonry field procedures.

ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries supports structural masonry preparation. Candidates should become familiar with masonry structural requirements, specifications, materials, construction provisions, quality requirements, and companion commentary.

Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA) supports construction safety preparation, including worker protection, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, hazard awareness, personal protective equipment, material handling, and general jobsite safety requirements. Masonry work can involve scaffolding, material handling, cutting, dust exposure awareness, elevated work, and changing site conditions, so safety review should be part of the study plan.

New Mexico candidates should also understand that passing an exam is only one part of the overall licensing process. They may need to complete application steps, submit documentation, meet eligibility requirements, and follow state instructions connected to their specific classification. For candidates who are also preparing to operate a business, The 1 Package adds business formation and setup support to help bring exam preparation, licensing support, and business organization into one product.

Reference Books

• Included Book: New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021
  This reference supports study of New Mexico commercial building code requirements and state-specific provisions related to commercial construction and code compliance.
• Included Book: New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021
  This reference supports study of New Mexico residential building code requirements and state-specific provisions related to residential construction and code compliance.
• Included Book: International Building Code, 2021
  This reference supports study of commercial building code organization, construction types, structural concepts, wall systems, masonry-related provisions, openings, definitions, tables, and general code requirements.
• Included Book: Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  This reference supports study of federal construction safety standards, including worker protection, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, hazard awareness, personal protective equipment, material handling, and general jobsite safety requirements.
• Included Book: Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter 10th edition
  This reference supports study of masonry materials, brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, tools, layout, wall construction, veneers, openings, flashing, anchorage, reinforcement awareness, and practical masonry construction procedures.
• Included Book: ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
  This reference supports study of masonry structural requirements, masonry specifications, materials, construction provisions, quality requirements, and companion commentary related to masonry structures.

These references should be used throughout the 1 year of course access. Candidates should become familiar with the structure of each book, review major sections, and practice locating information by topic. Since the exam is open book, reference navigation is an important part of preparation.

Test Information and Study Materials

The New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam requires preparation across masonry trade practice, commercial code, residential code, New Mexico building code material, structural masonry requirements, and OSHA safety. Candidates should study the references as a connected set rather than treating them as unrelated books. A question may require field knowledge, code awareness, structural masonry awareness, safety understanding, or the ability to connect a practical masonry condition to written reference material.

Masonry preparation should include brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, masonry units, layout, bonding patterns, wall construction, veneers, flashing, anchors, ties, reinforcement awareness, openings, lintels, control joints, expansion joints, tools, and field procedures. Candidates should understand how masonry elements work together and how field details can affect performance and compliance.

Commercial and residential code preparation should include the organization of the International Building Code, 2021, New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021, and New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2021. Candidates should practice navigating code sections, tables, definitions, construction types, structural concepts, wall systems, openings, and masonry-related construction conditions.

ACI 530/530.1 preparation should include masonry structural requirements, specifications, materials, construction provisions, quality requirements, and companion commentary. Candidates should practice identifying when a question is asking for practical masonry knowledge from Modern Masonry and when it is asking for a structural masonry requirement or specification.

OSHA preparation should include fall protection, scaffolds, ladders, hazard recognition, personal protective equipment, material handling, cutting hazards, and general construction safety standards. Masonry work often involves elevated work, heavy materials, mortar and grout handling, cutting operations, scaffolding, and active jobsite conditions, so safety review should be part of the study routine.

Reference navigation should be part of every study session. Candidates should practice locating topics through the table of contents, index, chapter headings, diagrams, tables, definitions, standards, specifications, commentary, and key terms. During open-book testing, the ability to find information quickly can be just as important as knowing the general subject area.

The online course included with this package helps organize study across these topics. With 1 year of course access, candidates can review material over time, revisit difficult sections, practice reference navigation, and build a consistent study routine. The package also includes business formation, EIN filing, contractor compliance guidance, and Application Service to help candidates organize the licensing and business setup side of the process.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps candidates prepare with organized, trade-focused support designed around the way open-book contractor exams are actually taken. For the New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam, preparation is not only about having the listed references. It is about learning how to use those references, recognize key terms, locate sections quickly, and apply masonry, structural masonry, commercial code, residential code, New Mexico code, and safety knowledge with confidence.

The 1 Package supports candidates by combining the listed references with 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance. Students can use the course to focus their review on brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, wall construction, masonry layout, veneers, flashing, reinforcement awareness, ACI 530 masonry provisions, New Mexico commercial and residential code material, IBC navigation, OSHA safety, and reference navigation.

1 Exam Prep’s approach is practical and exam-oriented. The goal is to help candidates reduce confusion, organize their study routine, and build confidence through repeated reference navigation and trade-focused review. Candidates still need to study consistently and understand the material, but a structured course, the correct references, application support, and business setup guidance can make the preparation and startup process more manageable.

Many GS-16 candidates have masonry, brick, block, stone, concrete masonry unit, wall construction, repair, commercial construction, residential construction, or field experience but are less familiar with moving through several references under exam pressure or organizing the business setup process. 1 Exam Prep helps support that transition by encouraging organized study, reference familiarity, practice-oriented preparation, application organization, business setup support, and a clearer plan for the next steps.

FAQ

What is included in The 1 Package?

This package includes the listed GS-16 references, the provided business books note of Includes Lines 2-4, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.

What is the total cost?

The total cost is $2585.

Is there a refundable deposit?

Yes. The refundable deposit is $450, refundable if books are returned in similar condition within 1 year.

What is the total?

The total is $3035 All-Inclusive – No Hidden Fees!

Are business books included?

Yes. The provided business books note is: Includes Lines 2-4.

How long does course access last?

This package includes 1 year of course access.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with this package.

Is business formation included?

Yes. Business Formation support is included for LLC or Corporation setup.

Is EIN filing included?

Yes. EIN Filing with the IRS is included to help obtain the Employer Identification Number used for business banking, tax organization, hiring employees, and professional business operation.

Is contractor compliance guidance included?

Yes. Contractor Compliance Guidance is included to help customers understand compliance responsibilities connected to operating a 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.

Is this package for the New Mexico GS-16 exam?

Yes. This package is designed for candidates preparing for the New Mexico Masonry Contractor (GS-16) exam using the listed New Mexico code, IBC, OSHA, Modern Masonry, and ACI 530 references.

Is the New Mexico GS-16 exam open book?

Yes. The exam is an open-book test using approved references. Candidates should bring only approved materials and follow all testing center rules.

What topics should I study for the GS-16 exam?

Candidates should study brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, masonry layout, wall construction, veneers, openings, reinforcement awareness, ACI 530 masonry requirements, New Mexico building codes, IBC, OSHA safety, and reference navigation.

Does this package guarantee a passing score or license approval?

No product can guarantee an exam result or licensing approval. This package supports candidates through listed references, structured online course access, application support, business setup services, compliance guidance, reference navigation practice, and organized exam preparation.