The Virginia Commercial Improvement Contracting – Book Rental Package (Trade Only) from 1 Exam Prep provides the officially referenced study materials required for the Virginia Board for Contractors Commercial Improvement (CIC) classification examination administered by PSI. This rental package includes the core trade reference books such as the International Building Code (IBC), OSHA safety standards, and construction practice guides relevant to commercial renovation, repair, and alteration projects. The materials cover structural framing, finishes, concrete, masonry, and general construction systems in accordance with DPOR guidelines. Designed for the trade portion of the licensing exam, this package enables contractors to prepare effectively without the cost of permanent book ownership while meeting Virginia state testing and code compliance requirements.

The complete set of highlighted and tabbed exam books includes:
Virginia License Requirements:
Virginia requires two licenses to become a contractor: Business (Class A or B only) to be taken by the Designated Employee and Technical/Trade to be taken by the Qualified Individual. This Class A or B license covers the business portion and is required by the Designated Employee or member of responsible management. There is an 8-hour Pre-License requirement for all new Virginia Contractors. The same person who takes the Pre-License course must be the same person who takes the Class A/B exams.
Class A – contractors perform or manage construction, removal, repair, or improvements when (i) the total value referred to in a single contract or project is $120,000 or more, or (ii) the total value of all such construction, removal, repair, or improvements undertaken by such person within any twelve-month period is $750,000 or more. The Company must have a $45k minimum net worth. Class A applicants must have a minimum five years experience.
Class B – contractors perform or manage construction, removal, repair, or improvements when (i) the total value referred to in a single contract or project is $10,000 or more, but less than $120,000, or (ii) the total value of all such construction, removal, repair, or improvements undertaken by such person within any twelve-month period is $150,000 or more, but less than $750,000 The company must have a minimum net worth of $15,000. Class B applicants must have a minimum three years experience.
Class C – contractors perform or manage construction, removal, repair, or improvements when (i) the total value referred to in a single contract or project is over $1,000 but no more than $10,000, or (ii) the total value of all such construction, removal, repair, or improvements undertaken by such person within any twelve-month period is no more than $150,000. Class C applicants must have a minimum two years experience.