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  • Arizona Piers and Foundations – Commercial (A-7)

    $164.99

    This license is required in Arizona for the installation of piers and foundations using concrete, rebar, post-tension and other materials common to the industry. This includes pile driving, excavation, forming and other techniques and equipment common to the industry. To obtain your license you must have 4 years experience. You must also pass the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam. This review 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 to take an online practice test to reinforce concepts presented. @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.

     

    Arizona Piers and Foundations – Commercial (A-7) Examination Materials:

    • 29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, January 2023 Edition
    • 2018 International Building Code

    Arizona Piers and Foundations – Commercial (A-7) Examination Preparation Materials, these are used in preparation for the exam but are not permitted in exam area while taking exam:

    • Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 17th edition
    • Construction Planning Equipment and Methods, 9th
    • Pipe and Excavation Contracting
    • Soils and Foundations 8th ed
    • Formwork for Concrete – 8th edition

    Tabs for Preparation Materials:

    • OSHA Part 1926 Tabs
    • 2018 International Building Code Tabs
    • Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures Tabs
    • Pipe and Excavation Contracting Tabs
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Requirements To Complete

About This License

Piers and Foundations – Commercial (A-7)
This license is required in Arizona for the installation of piers and foundations using concrete, rebar, posttension and other materials common to the industry. This includes pile driving, excavation, forming and other techniques and equipment common to the industry.

Requirements to Obtaining Your License

  • Four years of experience is required.
  • Please note that the Arizona Statutes and Rules Exam is also required to be passed to obtain your contractor’s license.
  • Workers compensation insurance is required if you employ at least 1 person.

Must carry a Bond (Commercial)

  • If your Estimated Annual Volume (Per License Category) is less than $150,000 your current bond will need to be $2,500
  • If your Estimated Annual Volume (Per License Category) is $150,000 or more but less than $500,000 your bond as of July 1st 2014 will be $7,000
  • If your Estimated Annual Volume (Per License Category) is $500,000 or more but less than $1,000,000 your bond as of July 1st 2014 will be $17,500
  • If your Estimated Annual Volume (Per License Category) is $1,000,000 or more but less than $5,000,000 your bond as of July 1st 2014 will be $25,000
  • If your Estimated Annual Volume (Per License Category) is $5,000,000 or more but less than $1,000,000 your bond as of July 1st 2014 will be $37,500

Applying For Your License

To apply, contact the Arizona Registrar of Contractors at 1-602-542-1525. Licenses are good for 2 years. Licenses are generally granted within 40-60 days.

  • Commercial Contractor application fee is $890

If you need assistance with the application process, @ Home Prep- a division of Stautzenberger College can help you by saving you time and money. With our years of experience, we can quickly and accurately submit your application to your state.

Exam Details

  • The fee for the exam is $66 when taking 1 portion or $116 when taking 2 portions (business management and the trade).
  • The exam has 60 questions and a time limit of 150 minutes.
  • A 70% is required to pass.
  • Topics on the exam include Equipment and Technique, Compaction, Excavation and Grading, Soil Types, Piles, Concrete Formwork, General Concrete, and Safety.
  • Examinations can be scheduled through PSI by calling 1-800-733-9267.

Books and References for the Exam

The following references are recommended to study for the examination. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-952-0910.

The following references ARE PERMITTED to be used during the exam.

  • 2018 International Building Code
  • OSHA Part 1926
 

The following references ARE NOT PERMITTED to be used during the exam.

  • Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
  • Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods
  • Pipe and Excavation Contracting
  • Soils and Foundations
  • Formwork for Concrete

Exam Review Education

The 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.

Continuing Education

None

Reciprocity Agreement

None

How It Works

1

Obtain pre-approval from the state (if applicable).

2

Purchase Exam Prep materials.

3

Schedule and pass your state exams.

4

Submit to the state your application, licensing fee, and proof of insurance.