The 1 Package: All-Inclusive South Carolina Non Structural Renovation Contractor Exam, Licensing & Business Setup Solution

Build a complete path toward your South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation Contractor license with an all-inclusive package that combines exam preparation, rental reference books, live classes, application support, and essential business setup services. The 1 Package is designed for candidates who want one coordinated solution for preparing for the required examinations, completing the contractor licensing process, and establishing a professional business structure.

This package includes the required rental books for the South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation trade and commercial contractor business-law open-book examinations. The books are pre-tabbed and highlighted to support faster navigation through code provisions, construction details, safety requirements, business topics, tables, diagrams, and exam-related material.

The package also includes the business and trade exam prep courses, live classes, and 1 year of course access. Candidates can study the online material, attend live instructional sessions, and practice using the physical references throughout the one-year preparation period.

Application Service is included to support the contractor licensing process. The package also provides Business Formation, EIN Filing with the IRS, and Contractor Compliance Guidance, helping candidates move beyond examination preparation and establish a properly organized contracting business.

The seven-book rental set covers South Carolina contractor business and law, building-code requirements, carpentry, finish work, drywall and gypsum construction, cabinet construction, and OSHA construction safety. Together, these materials support preparation for the technical, regulatory, safety, and business responsibilities associated with non-structural renovation contracting.

The rental books may be kept for up to one year from the date they are received. A $450 refundable deposit is included in the initial payment and is refundable when the complete set is returned in similar condition within the one-year rental period.

Please allow 15 business days for the books to be highlighted and tabbed before shipment. Candidates should account for this preparation period when choosing an examination date and planning their study schedule.

The 1 Package is designed to connect exam preparation, licensing support, and business setup instead of treating each step as a separate project. Candidates can prepare for the trade and business-law examinations, use the included application support, and establish a formal business entity through one coordinated service.

The highlighted and tabbed references make it easier to work with the large amount of information covered by the examinations. Highlighting draws attention to useful provisions and trade topics, while permanent tabs provide quicker access to major sections. Candidates should still read the complete applicable material, including definitions, exceptions, notes, tables, diagrams, and related requirements.

Exam Details

This package supports preparation for the South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation Contractor trade examination and the South Carolina commercial contractor business-law examination.

The trade examination covers knowledge associated with qualifying commercial renovation work that does not alter the load-bearing portions of a structure. Preparation should include plan reading, estimating, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, doors, windows, drywall, metal stud framing, cabinets, millwork, siding, associated trades, building-code requirements, and construction safety.

Plan-reading preparation should include floor plans, elevations, schedules, details, dimensions, symbols, wall types, door information, window information, notes, and specifications. Candidates should understand how construction documents communicate the scope, sequence, and materials required for renovation work.

Estimating preparation should include measurements, material quantities, area calculations, waste allowances, labor considerations, and the relationship between drawings and field conditions. Candidates should practice identifying the information needed to estimate renovation work accurately.

Rough carpentry topics may include non-load-bearing framing, backing, blocking, openings, fasteners, materials, layout, and sheathing. Finish carpentry topics may include trim, molding, cabinets, doors, hardware, millwork, fitting, and detailed interior installations.

Drywall and metal stud framing preparation should include gypsum panels, studs, tracks, openings, ceilings, backing, bracing, fasteners, joints, finishing, repairs, fire-resistant assemblies, and sound-control systems. Candidates should learn how installation requirements change according to the type of wall, ceiling, finish, or building condition.

Associated trade topics may include flooring, insulation, moisture control, waterproofing, coatings, interior finishes, doors, windows, and related renovation activities. Safety preparation should include OSHA requirements involving fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, personal protective equipment, tools, housekeeping, electrical hazards, and material handling.

The business-law examination focuses on the responsibilities involved in operating a commercial contracting business. Preparation may include contractor licensing, business organization, contracts, project management, estimating, financial administration, insurance, bonding, employment responsibilities, safety, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Open Book Test

The South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation trade and commercial contractor business-law examinations are open-book tests. Candidates are responsible for bringing the permitted references to the testing center and following all current rules governing book preparation and use.

Open-book testing requires more than owning the correct publications. Candidates must identify the subject, choose the correct book, locate the applicable section, interpret the information, and select the answer within the testing period.

The pre-tabbed and highlighted books in this package are prepared to support this process. Permanent tabs provide direct access to major chapters and subject areas. Highlighting helps useful information stand out during study and testing.

The International Building Code should be used for questions involving commercial building requirements, interior finishes, fire-resistance provisions, means of egress, accessibility, materials, doors, glazing, safeguards, and related code topics.

Carpentry and Building Construction provides broad coverage of tools, materials, estimating, framing, doors, windows, exterior work, and interior construction. The Finish Carpenter’s Manual supports detailed questions involving trim, molding, cabinets, hardware, millwork, layout, fitting, and finish installations.

The Gypsum Construction Handbook supports drywall and metal framing preparation, including gypsum panels, studs, tracks, ceilings, fastening, joints, finishing, fire-resistant construction, and sound-control assemblies. The furniture and cabinet construction guide supports questions involving joinery, drawers, doors, casework, hardware, fitting, assembly, and installation.

OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 should be used for construction-safety questions. The South Carolina-NASCLA Contractors Guide should be used for business organization, contractor licensing, contracts, project management, financial administration, insurance, risk, and business responsibilities.

A practical open-book process is to identify the topic, select the most likely reference, use the tab or index, locate the applicable passage, read the complete section, and confirm that the information answers the question.

Licensing Steps

Passing the required examinations is one part of the South Carolina commercial contractor licensing process. The 1 Package brings exam preparation, application support, and business setup services together to help candidates move through the process in an organized manner.

1. Confirm the contractor classification. Determine that the South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation classification matches the work the business intends to perform.
2. Review the licensing requirements. Identify the qualifying-party, financial, business, examination, and documentation requirements for the intended license.
3. Establish the business entity. Use the included Business Formation service to organize an LLC or corporation for the contracting business.
4. Obtain the EIN. Use the included EIN Filing service to obtain the Employer Identification Number needed for tax administration, banking, employment, and professional business operations.
5. Receive the rental books. Allow 15 business days for the references to be highlighted and tabbed before shipment.
6. Complete the online courses. Use the business and trade courses throughout the one-year access period.
7. Attend live classes. Use the included live instruction to reinforce business-law and trade subjects.
8. Practice open-book navigation. Become familiar with the tabs, highlighting, indexes, tables, diagrams, and organization of every reference.
9. Pass the required examinations. Complete the South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation trade examination and the commercial contractor business-law examination.
10. Use the Application Service. Complete the licensing-preparation process with the included application support.
11. Follow contractor compliance requirements. Use the included guidance to better understand the responsibilities associated with maintaining a properly organized contracting business.
12. Return the rental books. Return all seven books in similar condition within one year from the date received to qualify for the refundable $450 deposit.

State Requirements

The South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board regulates commercial general and mechanical contractors. Applicants pursuing the Non-Structural Renovation classification must satisfy the Board’s examination, qualifying-party, financial, business, and application requirements.

Commercial contractor applicants must complete the applicable trade examination and the required business-law examination. This package includes rental references and exam preparation courses supporting both examination areas.

South Carolina commercial contractor licenses are issued in monetary groups. The selected group affects the maximum project value the contractor may undertake. Financial qualification requirements may vary according to the requested group.

The Non-Structural Renovation classification applies to qualifying renovation and finish work that does not alter load-bearing building components. Work may include non-load-bearing partitions, drywall, metal framing, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinets, millwork, insulation, flooring, painting, wall coverings, waterproofing, and related work within the approved scope.

Work involving bearing walls, foundations, beams, columns, or other structural systems may require another contractor classification, professional design, additional permits, or participation by another properly licensed contractor.

Business formation does not replace contractor licensing. The LLC or corporation must still satisfy the applicable licensing, tax, insurance, permitting, and regulatory requirements before performing work that requires a South Carolina contractor license.

An EIN is used for federal tax and business administration, but it is not a contractor license. The contracting business remains responsible for all state and local registrations, licenses, permits, insurance requirements, and ongoing compliance obligations.

Reference Books

• South Carolina-NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, South Carolina Commercial Contractors, 9th Edition
  Included Book: This rental reference supports preparation involving South Carolina contractor licensing, business organization, contracts, estimating, project management, financial administration, insurance, employment responsibilities, safety, risk, and contractor operations.
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
  Included Book: This rental reference covers tools, materials, measurements, estimating, framing, doors, windows, exterior construction, interior work, finishes, and practical carpentry methods.
• Finish Carpenter’s Manual, 1993
  Included Book: This rental manual focuses on trim, molding, doors, windows, cabinets, stairs, hardware, layout, fitting, millwork, and detailed finish carpentry.
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition, 2014
  Included Book: This rental handbook covers gypsum panels, drywall systems, metal framing, ceilings, fasteners, joints, finishing, repairs, fire-resistant assemblies, and sound-control construction.
• The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
  Included Book: This rental reference addresses cabinet construction, furniture methods, joinery, materials, hardware, drawers, doors, casework, assembly, fitting, and installation.
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
  Included Book: This rental safety reference covers personal protective equipment, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, tools, electrical hazards, material handling, housekeeping, and employee protection.
• International Building Code, 2021
  Included Book: This rental code provides commercial building requirements involving occupancy, fire protection, means of egress, accessibility, interior finishes, materials, doors, glazing, safeguards, and renovation-related provisions.

Exam Room Approved Books

This all-inclusive rental package includes the references identified for the South Carolina Non-Structural Renovation trade and commercial contractor business-law open-book examinations:

• South Carolina-NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, South Carolina Commercial Contractors, 9th Edition
• Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016
• Finish Carpenter’s Manual, 1993
• Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition, 2014
• The Complete Illustrated Guide to Furniture and Cabinet Construction, 2001
• Code of Federal Regulations - 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
• International Building Code, 2021

Candidates should review the current examination bulletin before testing to confirm reference editions, book-preparation rules, permitted materials, and testing-center procedures.

Highlighted and Tabbed Rental Books

The included rental references are highlighted and permanently tabbed before shipment. The preparation is intended to support efficient navigation and help candidates become more familiar with the books during the one-year study period.

Highlighting emphasizes useful provisions, business topics, construction methods, tables, diagrams, and safety requirements. Permanent tabs identify major chapters and reference areas that candidates may need to locate during study and testing.

The books remain rental materials and should be protected from liquid damage, torn pages, removed tabs, damaged covers, broken bindings, missing books, and excessive additional markings.

Please allow 15 business days for the books to be highlighted and tabbed. This preparation period should be considered in addition to shipping time when planning an examination date.

Rental Deposit and Return Terms

The package price is $2,125, plus a $450 refundable book deposit, for a total initial payment of $2,575.

The $450 deposit is refundable when the complete seven-book rental set is returned in similar condition within one year from the date the books are received.

The one-year rental period aligns with the included 1 year of course access. Candidates can use the books, courses, and live classes within the same extended preparation period.

All books should be returned together. Missing books, removed pages, liquid exposure, damaged bindings, missing tabs, or excessive alterations may affect whether the rental set is considered returned in similar condition.

Business Formation and EIN Support

The 1 Package includes Business Formation for an LLC or corporation. A formal business entity can help separate business operations from personal activities, create a professional structure, and support banking, tax, licensing, insurance, and contract administration.

EIN Filing with the IRS is also included. The Employer Identification Number can be used to open business bank accounts, manage federal tax responsibilities, hire employees, complete business documentation, and operate the contracting company professionally.

Business Formation and EIN Filing are separate from contractor licensing. The company must still complete all South Carolina contractor licensing requirements before offering or performing work that requires the applicable license.

Contractor Compliance Guidance

Contractor Compliance Guidance is included to help candidates better understand the administrative responsibilities associated with operating a South Carolina contracting business. This guidance supports a more organized transition from examination preparation to licensed business operations.

Compliance topics can affect business registration, contractor licensing, qualifying-party responsibilities, insurance, contracts, permits, employment, tax administration, recordkeeping, and project documentation. Requirements may vary according to the company structure, license group, project type, and location.

The purpose of this guidance is to help the business begin with a clearer structure and stronger awareness of ongoing contractor responsibilities. It does not replace professional legal, accounting, insurance, or tax advice.

Test Information and Study Materials

Use the business and trade courses with the physical books nearby. When a topic is covered online or during a live class, locate the related chapter, code section, illustration, table, or safety provision in the applicable reference.

For trade preparation, study plan reading, estimating, doors, windows, rough carpentry, finish carpentry, drywall, metal framing, associated trades, siding, building-code requirements, and OSHA safety.

For business preparation, review licensing, contracts, project management, estimating, financial administration, insurance, business organization, employment responsibilities, risk management, safety, and contractor compliance.

Timed practice should include the complete reference set. Arrange the books within easy reach, identify the likely source before searching, and track how long it takes to locate supporting information.

When a question is missed, return to the correct reference and read the complete section. Review definitions, exceptions, diagrams, notes, tables, and surrounding material to understand why the correct answer applies.

How 1 Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal

1 Exam Prep helps South Carolina contractor candidates move from exam preparation toward licensing and business setup through one coordinated package. The program combines books, online courses, live classes, application support, business formation, EIN filing, and contractor compliance guidance.

The business and trade courses provide organized study guidance across the principal examination subjects. Candidates can review construction methods, building codes, safety requirements, business rules, contracts, estimating, project management, and licensing responsibilities within one structured program.

The highlighted and tabbed references support efficient navigation. Repeated use helps candidates learn the organization of each book and develop a dependable open-book process for locating information under timed conditions.

Live classes provide guided instructional support and reinforce major business and trade topics. Application Service supports the licensing-preparation workflow, while Business Formation and EIN Filing help establish the company’s operating structure.

Contractor Compliance Guidance helps candidates better understand the responsibilities that continue after the examinations. This broader approach supports preparation for both licensing and professional business operations.

The 1 Package does not guarantee an examination result, license approval, business revenue, or regulatory acceptance. It provides an organized collection of exam, application, and business setup services designed to help candidates pursue their goals with greater structure and confidence.

What is included in The 1 Package?

The package includes seven highlighted and tabbed rental books, business and trade courses, live classes, 1 year of course access, Application Service, Business Formation, EIN Filing, and Contractor Compliance Guidance.

How much does the package cost?

The package price is $2,125, plus a $450 refundable book deposit. The total initial payment is $2,575.

How long is the course access period?

The package includes 1 year of course access.

Are live classes included?

Yes. Live classes are included with the business and trade exam preparation courses.

Is Application Service included?

Yes. Application Service is included with The 1 Package.

Is business formation included?

Yes. Business Formation for an LLC or corporation is included as part of the all-inclusive business setup solution.

Is EIN filing included?

Yes. EIN Filing with the IRS is included to support banking, tax administration, employment, and professional business operations.

How is the $450 deposit refunded?

The deposit is refundable when the complete rental book set is returned in similar condition within one year from the date the books are received.

How long does book preparation take?

Please allow 15 business days for the books to be highlighted and tabbed before shipment.

Does purchasing the package guarantee a contractor license?

No. Candidates must pass the required examinations and satisfy all licensing requirements established by the South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board.