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The following references are recommended to study for the Arizona General Building Contractor Exam. This examination is used to obtain a Commercial License (B-1) or a Dual Commercial and Residential License (KB-1). Also to become a licensed contractor in Arizona, candidates will also need to pass a business and management exam.
Please note that the following references are the only ones permitted to be used during the exam.
- 2018 International Building Code
- ACI 318-14
- ACI 530-13
- OSHA Part 1926
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29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, July 2025 Edition
$69.99View ProductMake compliance with dense government safety regulations simple with the 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations. Updated through July 2025, the book provides you with a comprehensive set of the most up-to-date Construction regulations.
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Carpentry & Building Construction, Student Edition, 2016 1st Edition
$79.99View ProductThis newly revised edition includes content from McGraw-Hill Construction, where the professionals stay informed on the latest industry developments.
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Pipe & Excavation Contracting Revised Edition
$49.99View ProductThis popular manual has been updated and improved to bring it more current with modern earthmoving and trenching equipment, refined excavation techniques, stricter safety rules, and improved materials.
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Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone Tenth Edition
$139.99View ProductThe Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone Tenth Edition provides a thorough foundation in the methods of laying brick, block, stone, and concrete, and presents a broad understanding of materials and their properties. The textbook is organized into functional sections closely related to the needs of apprenticeship training programs, college programs, and other related instruction. Simply and clearly written, this text covers all the important aspects of the masonry trade. Over 75 step-by-step procedures for laying brick, block, stone, and concrete provide clear explanations of recommended techniques for a variety of masonry jobs. This new edition includes the newest materials and building techniques used in the industry, including insulated concrete wall forms, insulated blocks, brick veneer, and special masonry units. The text also encourages professionalism in the field, including work habits, safety habits, continuing education, work ethic, teamwork, and leadership, to prepare students for successful and rewarding masonry careers. Digital users have access to the eBook, online Lab Workbook content, Virtual Toolbox, Understanding Measurement Tools videos, and interactive activities.
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Gypsum Construction Handbook 7th Edition
$49.99View ProductGypsum Construction Handbook has been the best reference for gypsum products and systems in the building industry. Throughout the years it has evolved and changed as the building industry itself has evolved and changed.
The fifth edition of the Gypsum Construction Handbook is a guide to good construction procedures for gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, cement board and conventional plaster construction. It contains the newest developments in products and systems including time-saving, lower-cost methods of installation to simplify and speed construction.
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SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck (3rd Edition) Paperback
$48.99View ProductManual of Construction with Steel Deck reviews good practice in Steel Deck Construction and serves as a safety primer for Contractors, Erectors, Architects, Engineers and Inspectors who are responsible for safe and proper field installation of steel deck.
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(ACI Code 318-14) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
$264.99View ProductThe (ACI Code 318-14) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural concrete buildings and, where applicable, nonbuilding structures. This Code addresses structural systems, members, and connections, including cast-in-place, precast, plain, non-prestressed, prestressed, and composite construction.
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Technical Digest 9: Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders – Paperback
$48.99View ProductHandling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders contains a thorough coverage of handling and erection procedures, including definitions of the various products, and a description of the preparing, tagging and loading of the joists at the manufacturer’s plant.
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Placing Reinforcing Bars 10th Edition
$104.99View ProductPlacing Reinforcing Bars presents the best accepted current practices in placing reinforcing bars. It is written for apprentices, journeymen ironworkers, and inspectors. Definitive resource for preparing provisions in project specifications. Eighteen heavily illustrated chapters cover: materials, handling bars at the jobsite, general principles for bar placing, splicing, and tying; placing bars in footings, walls, columns, floors, roofs, pavements and highway structures; and coated reinforcing bars.
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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th edition
$154.99View ProductThis Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th edition, presents the properties of concrete as needed in concrete construction, including strength and durability. All concrete ingredients (cementing materials, water, aggregates, admixtures, and fibers) are reviewed for their optimal use in designing and proportioning concrete mixtures. Applicable ASTM, AASHTO, and ACI standards are referred to extensively. The use of concrete from design to batching, mixing, transporting, placing, consolidating, finishing, and curing is addressed. Concrete sustainability, along with special concretes, including high-performance concretes, are also reviewed.
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2018 International Building Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$189.99View ProductThe 2018 International Building Code (IBC) is a comprehensive model code that provides minimum requirements for building safety, health, and structural integrity. It applies to all types of buildings except one- and two-family dwellings, which are covered under the International Residential Code (IRC).
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ACI CODE-530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
$164.99View ProductACI 530/530.1-13, “Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries,” is a joint document between ACI, The Masonry Society (TMS), and the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Beginning with the 2016 edition of this document, TMS is solely responsible for the development of this document. The 2016 edition can be purchased through the ACI Store, as well as other historical editions.
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Painting and Decorating Craftsmans Manual and Textbook 8th Edition
$136.99View ProductThis recently revised manual serves as a valuable reference book for the painting and decorating industry. The textbook has been used with many apprentice programs and has been cited as an authority in litigation to settle issues arising…
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Redi-Tag Permanent Tabs – 375 Blank Tabs
$44.99View ProductRedi-Tag permanent tabs are self-sticking and you can print on your laser printer in minutes or write directly on them. Made of heavy duty, durable plastic that won’t tear of curl. Input and format text using Windows® versions of Microsoft® Word and WordPerfect®. Actual size of tab 1-1/8″ x 1-1/4″. 100 tabs per pack.
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ARIZONA-NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Arizona 7th Edition
$89.99View ProductThe NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business Law and Project Management is used for the business portion of the state exam.
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NRCA Roofing Manual Steep slope Roof Systems 2025
$219.99View ProductThe latest volume of the NRCA Roofing Manual provides you with valuable information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to steep-slope roof system applications. With five comprehensive sections—Asphalt Shingle Roof Systems, Clay and Concrete Tile Roof Systems, Metal Shingle Roof Systems, Slate Roof Systems, and Wood Shake and Wood Shingle Roof Systems—this manual is a welcome addition to your technical library.
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Arizona General Commercial Contractor/ Dual Building Contractor (B-1/ KB-1) and General Small Commercial/ Dual Residential and Small Commercial Contractor (B-2/ KB-2) Tab Pack
$59.99View ProductArizona General Contractor License – Commercial, Residential (B-1, KB-1) Tab Pack Includes the tabs for the following:
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Arizona General Commercial Contractor/ Dual Building Contractor (B-1/ KB-1) and General Small Commercial/ Dual Residential and Small Commercial Contractor (B-2/ KB-2) Online Exam Prep Complete package
$1,250.90View ProductTo obtain your license, applicant must have four years experience. The Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam is also required to be passed to obtain your contractor’s license. This program takes you through each one of the reference books allowed into the exam, showing you exactly what to highlight. After your highlighting is completed with each book, you have the option take an online practice test to reinforce concepts presented. Also, there is an extensive math and plans analysis portion. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
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NRCA Roofing Manual Membrane Roof Systems 2023
$218.99View ProductThis manual provides exhaustive technical information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to membrane roof systems used in low-slope applications.
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Arizona General Building Contractor Permanent Tab Pack
$42.99View ProductPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for all references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Arizona Piers and Foundations-Commercial Contractor License – Commercial (A-7) Tab Pack
$19.99View ProductArizona Piers and Foundations-Commercial Contractor License – Commercial (A-7) Tab Pack Includes the tabs for the following:
- 29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, January 2023 Edition
- 2018 International Building Code
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Arizona Evaporative Cooling/Ventilating (C-58/CR-58) Online Exam Prep Complete Package
$766.94View ProductArizona Evaporative Cooling/ Ventilating Online Exam Prep (C-58) includes all references used during the exam, pre-printed tabs for all references allowed into the exam and 365 days access to our online exam prep course. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information.
