Georgia Contractors Requirements
In order to perform construction work in the state of Georgia, contractors are required to pass the Georgia Construction Business & Law Exam for licensure. This requirement applies to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, utility manager, and low-voltage contractor classifications. If you are interested in performing construction work in the state of Georgia, then you will want to start by obtaining the appropriate license. A Georgia construction license enables contractors to perform a variety of residential and commercial projects within the state. The license is acquired through the successful completion of four different exams:- Business & Law Exam: 50 Questions. Requires 35 to Pass. 120 Minute Session
- Residential Basic Contractor: 80 Questions. Requires 56 to Pass. 200 Minute Session
- Residential Light Contractor: 90 Questions. Requires 63 to Pass. 230 Minute Session
- General Contractor: 100 Questions. Requires 70 to Pass. 260 Minute Session
The Georgia Business And Law Exam
The exam is given by PSI and is open-book with 50 questions and a two-hour time limit. A score of 70% is required for passing. Topics you will be tested on include:- Licensing Requirements Estimating
- Bidding Business Organization
- Financial Management
- Tax Laws
- Labor Laws
- Project Management
- Lien Law Contracts
- Risk Management
- Environmental and Safety Issues