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North Carolina Contractor License Education, Exam Preparation, and Resources
Obtaining a general contractor’s license, whether it be for residential or building construction, is a mandatory requirement in the state of North Carolina (NC) for any projects that surpass the threshold of $30,000. Additionally, licenses are also essential for any electrical, plumbing, and HVAC projects undertaken within the state. To ensure compliance and legitimacy, interested parties must adhere to the following application procedures as per the respective boards governing each discipline.
For those seeking a General Contractor’s license, the initial step involves reaching out to the dedicated authorities. You can acquire the application form and necessary information by contacting the General Contractors board directly at the following number: 1-919-571-4183. Their team of knowledgeable professionals is well-equipped to assist you throughout the application process, providing guidance and clarifications as required.
For prospective Electricians, the licensure process requires you to get in touch with the Electricians board at 1-919-733-9042. They will furnish you with the essential application materials and guidance regarding the examination and evaluation criteria to ensure a smooth and successful licensing journey.
Similarly, for those aspiring to take on plumbing, HVAC, and fuel piping projects in North Carolina, it is imperative to secure the relevant license. To initiate the process, you can directly contact the Plumbing, HVAC, and Fuel Piping board at 1-919-875-3612. They will furnish you with all the necessary documentation and instructions to assist you in completing the application process accurately and efficiently.
It is crucial to note that all examinations, with the exception of Electrical, are administered through PSI (Professional Testing Services Inc.). To schedule these examinations, candidates must reach out to PSI at 1-800-733-9267. Their experienced staff will guide you through the examination scheduling process, providing you with suitable examination dates and locations to fit your convenience.
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North Carolina Electrical Contractor License Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductThe North Carolina Electrical Contractor License Exam Review topics includes: Wiring and Protection, Wiring Methods and Materials, Equipment for General Use, Special Occupancies, Special Equipment, Special Conditions, Communications Systems, Ohm’s Law, NEC Highlights, Ranges, Load Calculations, Transformer Voltage, Ampacity, Winding Turns and more. The course includes narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. @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.
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North Carolina Building Contractor License Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductThis course is made up of a detailed presentation that takes you through all the information you will need to pass the exam on your first try.
A “General Contractor” license (Residential or Building construction) is required in North Carolina when the project exceeds $30,000. Applicants must submit a completed application to get pre-approval from the State Licensing Board to take the exam. The program takes you through each one of the reference books that the exam is based on 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. @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.
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North Carolina Business and Law Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductThis exam is required to be passed to obtain a Contractor License and pre-approval is required from the state before sitting for the examination. We offer review for the North Carolina Business and Law exam through online practice tests. Our practice tests include over 245 questions and are designed to be the best and most efficient way to prepare you for your business and law examination. @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.
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North Carolina Residential Builder License Complete Package
$604.94View ProductNorth Carolina Residential Builder License Complete Package includes the following:
- North Carolina Residential Builder License Exam Review
- North Carolina OSHA
- North Carolina State Building Code: Residential Code, 2018
- North Carolina State Building Code: Administrative Code and Policies, 2018
- Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management- North Carolina General Contractors
- North Carolina Residential Contractor Permanent Tabs
The following reference materials are NOT allowed in the examination center:
- Carpentry and Building Construction
- Roofing Construction & Estimating
- Modern Masonry
- Pipe and Excavation, Contracting
- The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction
- BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses
- North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15A, Chapter 4 Sedimentation Control, including the latest amendments pdf
- North Carolina General Statues Chapter 113A, Article 4 Sedimentation Population Control Act of 1973, including the latest amendments, Sections 113A-50 to 113A-67 pdf
- Law and Regulations Applicable to General Contracting in the state of North Carolina
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North Carolina Electrical 2020 NEC Continuing Education Part 1 Online (4 Hours)
$65.99View ProductEvery electrical contractor shall be required to maintain continuing education hours throughout the license period (July 1st – June 30th). Individuals who have either a limited, intermediate, unlimited, or single family dwelling classifications shall maintain eight hours of approved continuing education.
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North Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 1, Contractor License – Books Only Package
$1,335.87View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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North Carolina Electrical 2020 NEC Continuing Education Part 2 Online (4 Hours)
$65.99View ProductEvery electrical contractor shall be required to maintain continuing education hours throughout the license period (July 1st – June 30th). Individuals who have either a limited, intermediate, unlimited, or single family dwelling classifications shall maintain eight hours of approved continuing education.
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North Carolina Concrete (S) Contractor License Exam Review
$219.99View ProductAnyone seeking to be licensed as a concrete contractor in North Carolina shall file an application for an examination on a form provided by the Board, at least 30 days before any regular or special meeting of the Board. Applicants must submit a completed application to get pre-approval from the State Licensing Board to take the exam. The program takes you through each one of the reference books that the exam is based on 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. @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.
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North Carolina Business Law Electrical 13th ed
$81.99View ProductThe NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management is organized into 3 sections to assist in your licensing needs.
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North Carolina Heating Group 2 License – Books Only Package
$1,000.89View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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North Carolina Building Contractor License Complete Package
$1,220.90View ProductThe North Carolina Building Contractor Complete Package includes the following references allowed to be taken into the Exam:
- North Carolina Building Contractor License Exam Review
- North Carolina OSHA
- North Carolina State Building Code: Building Code, 2018
- North Carolina State Building Code: Administrative Code and Policies, 2018
- ACI 530
- ACI 318
- Sports Field Design, Construction and Maintenance
- ICC A117.1-2017
- Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management- North Carolina General Contractors
- North Carolina Building Contractor Permanent Tabs
The following reference materials are NOT allowed in the examination center by will on the Exam; however, they will be included on the exam:
- Carpentry and Building Construction
- Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders
- Manual of Construction with Steel Deck
- Training Manual for Un-Bonded Post-Tensioning
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
- Roofing Construction & Estimating
- Modern Masonry
- Pipe and Excavation, Contracting
- The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction
- BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses
- North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15A, Chapter 4 Sedimentation Control, including the latest amendments pdf
- North Carolina General Statues Chapter 113A, Article 4 Sedimentation Population Control Act of 1973, including the latest amendments, Sections 113A-50 to 113A-67 pdf
- Law and Regulations Applicable to General Contracting in the state of North Carolina
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North Carolina Electrical 2020 NEC Continuing Education Part 3 Online (4 Hours)
$65.99View ProductEvery electrical contractor shall be required to maintain continuing education hours throughout the license period (July 1st – June 30th). Individuals who have either a limited, intermediate, unlimited, or single family dwelling classifications shall maintain eight hours of approved continuing education.
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North Carolina Heating Group1, Class 1, Contractor License – Books Only Package
$1,212.87View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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North Carolina Business and Law Exam Complete Package
$314.97View ProductThe North Carolina Business and Law Exam Complete Package Includes the following:
- North Carolina Business and Law Exam Practice Test
- North Carolina General, Contractors Guide to Business, Law
- North Carolina Business and Project Management Tabs
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North Carolina Residential Builder License Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductThe North Carolina Residential Builder License Exam Review includes narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include Construction Classification, Steel Decks, Wood Trusses, Carpentry, Steel Joists, Masonry, Pipe and Excavation, Safety, Protective Equipment and more. @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.
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North Carolina Heating Group 3, Class 11, Contractor License – Books Only Package
$849.92View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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North Carolina Fuel Piping License – Books Only Package
$538.94View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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North Carolina Electrical Contractor License Complete Package
$565.97View ProductThe North Carolina Electrical Contractors License Complete Package includes the following:
- North Carolina Electrical Contractors Exam Review
- The National Electrical Code, 2020 edition.
- National Fire Alarm Code, 2013 edition
- North Carolina Electrical Contractor Tab Pack
The following reference materials are NOT allowed in the examination center by will on the Exam:
- Electrical Contractors Licensing Law (General Statues Chapter 87, Article 4)
- The Board’s Rules for the Implementation of the Electrical Contractor’s Licensing Law (Title 21, North Carolina Administrative Code, Chapter 18B)
- Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, North Carolina Electrical Edition
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North Carolina Masonry Contractor License
$164.99View ProductAnyone seeking to be licensed as a concrete contractor in North Carolina shall file an application for an examination on a form provided by the Board, at least 30 days before any regular or special meeting of the Board. Applicants must submit a completed application to get pre-approval from the State Licensing Board to take the exam. The program takes you through each one of the reference books that the exam is based on 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. @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.
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North Carolina Masonry Contractor License Complete Package
$565.95View ProductNorth Carolina Masonry Contractor License Complete Package includes the following:
- North Carolina Masonry Contractor License Exam Review
- North Carolina OSHA
- North Carolina State Building Code: Building Code, 2018
- ACI 530/530.1-13
- North Carolina Masonry Complete Tab Pack
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North Carolina Concrete (S) Contractor License Complete Package
$768.94View ProductThe North Carolina Concrete (S) Contractor License Complete package includes the following:
- North Carolina Concrete (S) Contractor License Exam Review
- North Carolina OSHA
- North Carolina State Building Code: Building Code, 2018
- North Carolina State Building Code: Administrative Code and Policies, 2018
- ACI 318-14
- North Carolina Concrete (S) Contractor Complete Tab Pack
The following reference materials are not allowed in the examination center:
- SP-4 Formwork for Concrete, 2014
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures
- Sawcutting Joints in Concrete
- Sawcutting Concrete Flatwork
- Taking the Tedium out of Cutting
- Tips for Cutting Concrete
- Erector’s Manual
- Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management- North Carolina General Contractors
- Law and Regulations Applicable to General Contracting in the state of North Carolina
- Placing Reinforcement Bars, Recommended Practices
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North Carolina Heating Group 1, Class 11, Contractor License – Books Only Package
$635.93View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
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Radon Mitigation Technology
$475.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course to become certified in Radon Mitigation in the United States.
- The instruction is audio based, with online course manual, resources, new ANSI-AARST Standards, and quizzes to reinforce the material.
- It also includes a field exercise program tailored to your experience level.
- @ 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.
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Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course
$325.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course which includes training required for becoming certified in radon measurement.
- This popular online course was recently updated (May 2021) to include video of a classroom session, and the new ANSI-AARST Standards.
- Includes many extras including business resources and online quiz questions designed to help you prepare for the national certification exam.
- Students also have access to the audio version of the course.
- This course is also a prerequisite course for the Radon Mitigation Entry Level Course.
- @ 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.
Why Choose @HomePrep for Your Contractor Licensing?
We help contractors and trades people who are serious about investing in themselves, advancing their careers, and increasing working capital. Our goal is to deliver the highest quality North Carolina contractors license courses at the lowest possible price.
Whether you are a general contractor, home builder, electrician, plumber, roofer or specialize in another trade, we have the online courses and books you need to get your license and maintain continuing education.
This site offers 1000 courses and 115 State Board Accreditations, and we’ve served 110,000 students in 25 industries since 2014.
Below are some of the benefits & features of selecting our site for whichever type of license you need.
Benefits:
- Price match policy
- Reciprocity for continued education across states
- Live and very responsive customer support team via phone and email
- Courses written and vetted by industry professionals
- Industry-related bookstore
- No-pass, No Pay policy for Exam Prep in most states
- One stop shop for application services, courses and books
- Live seminar options available
- Certain courses offered in Spanish
- Veteran Discount
- Loyalty Discount
Features:
- 365 days of course access
- Start and stop courses as needed
- 80% exam pass rate when course sections and quizzes are taken and scored well on
- Courses are state and industry compliant
- All Continuing education is state approved
- Courses are narrated
- Application processes services
- American company
- In business since 2002
- Over 75 years of combined educational experience
- Partnership and reseller options available
- Industry-related products
Contractor License FAQs
How Do I Get A Contractors License In North Carolina?
Per the process conducted through the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contactors, you must first send in your application. When you receive your eligibility letter, you must then pass your exams.
A general contractors license (residential or building construction) is required in North Carolina (NC) for projects that exceed $30,000. Any electrical, plumbing, and HVAC projects will also require a license.
General contractor licenses issued by the NCLBGC have a classification and a limitation. The license classification is the specific type of work that can be performed with the license.
The limitation references the maximum dollar amount of the projects for which the license is valid.
Limitations are as follows:
Limited License: Valid for individual projects up to $500,000 each.
Intermediate License: Valid for individual projects up to $1,000,000 each.
Unlimited License: Valid for individual projects of any size.
Applications can be obtained from the following boards:
- General Contractors by calling 1-919-571-4183
- Electricians by calling 1-919-733-9042
- Plumbing, HVAC, and fuel piping by calling 1-919-875-3612.
All examinations other than Electrical can be scheduled through PSI by calling 1-800-733-9267. For electrical examinations, contact Promissor at 1-800-204-6231.
Need study materials to pass your exam? All @HomePrep exam prep courses and continuing education credits ensure you receive state and industry approved training.
Where Can I Find Exam Prep Books?
We offer a wide range of exam prep books for the construction fields. Visit our bookstore to begin.
How Much Does It Cost?
Licensing costs vary depending on the limitation of license you need:
Limited: $75
Intermediate: $100
Unlimited: $125
License Requirements
The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contactors requires applicants to:
- be at least 18 years old,
- possess good moral character, as determined by the Board
- provide evidence of financial responsibility, as determined by the Board
- submit the appropriate application fee
- Pass a North Carolina Classification Exam(s)
Does A Handyman Need A License
According to North Carolina state law, a general handyman does not need a license to perform basic repair and maintenance tasks for homeowners. Licenses are only required if the projects being worked on are worth more than $30,000. Additionally, you will not need a license if you are a subcontractor working under the supervision of a general contractor.
Can I Get A Contractors License Without Experience?
Although experience is not a requirement of the NCLBGC application, you are expected to include experience on the application.
TESTIMONIALS
North Carolina Contacts
To apply for a plumbing, heating, or fire sprinkler license, contact:
North Carolina Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors
1109 Dresser Court
Raleigh, NC 27609
1-919-875-3612
Website
To schedule your electrical exam, contact:
Pearson Vue
3 Bala Plaza West Suite 300
Bala Cynwood, PA 19004
1-877-224-0225
Website
To apply for an electrical license, contact:
North Carolina Board of Examiners of Electrical Contractors
Post Office Box 18727
Raleigh, NC 27619
1-919-733-9042
Website
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