Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License Online Exam Prep
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Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License Online Exam Prep
The Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License is comprised of narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include building provisions, vertical openings, automatic sprinkler systems, inspection requirements, safety, protective equipment, employer responsibility, building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements, estimating and planning, job safety, builder’s tips, step-by-step applications and more. 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.
What’s Included in Our Courses
Everything you need to pass your exam on the first try.
Our courses are designed to help you become familiar with the references and allow you to find the information quickly as the exams are timed. We offer highlighting guides to draw attention to key points throughout the book and tabs (sold separately) to allow you to find key sections quickly. We encourage you to take the practice exams multiple times as the questions on the test change each time.
Resources for the Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Contractor License
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Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License Online Exam Prep
Original price was: $269.99.$239.99Current price is: $239.99.Add to cartThe Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License is comprised of narrated highlighting guides, practice tests, theory, calculations, instructor support and test-taking tips and strategies. Topics include building provisions, vertical openings, automatic sprinkler systems, inspection requirements, safety, protective equipment, employer responsibility, building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements, estimating and planning, job safety, builder’s tips, step-by-step applications and more. 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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Tennessee Contractor Exam Prep Live Seminar – Residential/Small Commercial Package
Original price was: $2,577.82.$2,244.00Current price is: $2,244.00.Select options- Our live seminars are taught by industry professional with over 30 years’ experience.
- All required books for your exam (based on license type) are included in your bundle along with pre-printed tabs.
- You will also receive an online exam prep course you can access 24/7 up to 1 year from purchase.
- For locations, dates, and times please see below:
Books and Tabs to use During the Exam
(Included in the Complete Package):
- International Building Code, 2012
- International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings 2018
- Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Carpentry and Building Construction
- The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction
- Roofing Construction and Estimating
- Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting
- Gypsum Construction Handbook
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
- SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck
- ACI 530/530.1-11 OR ACI 530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
- ACI 318-11 OR ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
- Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Tab Pack
- Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License Online Exam Prep
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29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, July 2024 Edition
$69.99Add to cartMake compliance with dense government safety regulations simple with the 29 CFR 1926 OSHA Construction Industry Regulations. Updated through July 2024, the book provides you with a comprehensive set of the most up-to-date Construction regulations.
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ACI CODE-530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
$152.99Add to cartACI 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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(ACI Code 318-14) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete
$249.99Add to cartThe “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete” (“Code”) 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, nonprestressed, prestressed, and composite construction. Among the subjects covered are: design and construction for strength, serviceability, and durability; load combinations, load factors, and strength reduction factors; structural analysis methods; deflection limits; mechanical and adhesive anchoring to concrete; development and splicing of reinforcement; construction document information; field inspection and testing; and methods to evaluate the strength of existing structures. “Building Code Requirements for Concrete Thin Shells” (ACI 318.2) is adopted by reference in this Code.The Code user will find that ACI 318-14 has been substantially reorganized and reformatted from previous editions. The principal objectives of this reorganization are to present all design and detailing requirements for structural systems or for individual members in chapters devoted to those individual subjects, and to arrange the chapters in a manner that generally follows the process and chronology of design and construction. Information and procedures that are common to the design of members are located in utility chapters.
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2018 International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$178.99Add to cartThis comprehensive code compiles all building, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas and electrical requirements for non-commercial one- and two-family dwellings in one convenient code. The regulations cover dwellings and townhouses up to three stories.
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2012 International Building Code (International Code Council Series) 1st Edition
$148.99Add to cartNow in its fifth edition, the 2012 IBC contains many important changes.
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Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Tab Pack
$95.99Add to cartPERMANENT TABS PACKAGE – This package includes permanent tabs for all references allowed to be used during the exam.
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Technical Digest 9: Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders – Paperback
$48.99Add to cartHandling 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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SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck (3rd Edition) Paperback
$48.99Add to cartManual 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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Gypsum Construction Handbook 7th Edition
$49.99Add to cartGypsum 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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Carpentry & Building Construction, Student Edition, 2016 1st Edition
$79.99Add to cartThis 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
$49.99Add to cartThis 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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Roofing Construction & Estimating Revised
$59.99Add to cartInstallation, repair and estimating for nearly every type of roof covering available today in residential and commercial structures: asphalt shingles, roll roofing, wood shingles and shakes, clay tile, slate, metal, built-up, and elastomeric.
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The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition
$99.99Add to cartWritten by and for contractors, this publication provides insight into proven construction practices that will produce quality concrete construction. Contents include organizing for quality, concrete mixture designs, specifications, foundations, formwork,
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Requirements To Obtain a Tennessee Residential/Small Contractor License
A contractors License in Tennessee is required for projects that exceed $25,000.
- Anyone seeking to become a contractor in Tennessee is required to sit for two exams, business and law and the trade.
- Please note that the Limited Licensed Electrician and the Limited Licensed Plumber classifications do NOT require the business and law exam to be passed.
- Workers Compensation is required.
General liability insurance requirements are based on your monetary limit.
- If your monetary limit is up to $500,000, you will need to provide $100,000 coverage.
- If your monetary limit is $500,001 – $1,500,000, you will need to provide $500,000 coverage.
- If your monetary limit is greater than $1,500,000 you will need to provide $1,000,000 coverage.
*The Business and Law Exam must be passed to become a licensed contractor
Please view our Application Processing Services to streamline this process.
- Purchase the Exam Prep Course — and then study!
- Pass the exam.
- Submit your application, licensing fee and proof of insurance.
An application for licensure can be obtained from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors by calling 1-800-544-7693. The licensing and application fee is $250.00.
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Please contact our office at 800.952.0910
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Exam Time | 5 Hours |
| Pass Requirements | 73% or 73 correct answers |
| Open Book Allowed | Yes |
| Test Cost | $57 |
Exam Overview
The Tennessee Residential/Small Contractor Exam is an open book 300-minute exam that requires a 73% score to pass. To use your time efficiently in the exam, it is extremely helpful to prepare in-depth and have your book tabbed and highlighted prior to the exam. Highlighting, tabs and written notes in reference materials are permitted prior to arriving at the test site. However, during the exam you may not write in the reference materials.
Exam Topics
The Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Contractor exam is designed to assess the knowledge and competency of individuals seeking to become licensed contractors in Tennessee for residential and small commercial projects. The exam usually consists of multiple-choice questions that cover various aspects of construction and contracting, including:
Building Codes: Familiarity with local and national building codes and regulations is essential for any contractor. Questions may test your understanding of safety codes, structural requirements, and compliance with building standards. Construction Practices: This section may cover different construction techniques, material selection, construction sequencing, and best practices in residential and small commercial construction. Legal and Business Practices: Contractors must understand the legal aspects of the construction industry, such as contracts, licensing laws, insurance requirements, and project management. Knowledge of business practices like estimating, cost control, and accounting might also be tested.
Safety: Ensuring the safety of workers, clients, and the public is paramount in construction. Questions on safety practices, OSHA regulations, and hazard recognition may be included.
Blueprint Reading: Interpreting construction blueprints is crucial for contractors. Questions in this area may assess your ability to understand architectural and engineering drawings.
Trade-Specific Knowledge: Depending on the type of residential and small commercial contractor you want to be (e.g., general contractor, electrician, plumber, etc.), the exam may include trade-specific questions related to your chosen field.
The exam is generally timed, and you will need to achieve a passing score to obtain your contractor’s license. Each state may have its own exam structure and content, so it’s essential to check with the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors or the relevant licensing authority for the most up-to-date information on the exam’s specific requirements.
Before taking the exam, it’s advisable to study relevant reference materials and gain practical experience in the construction field to increase your chances of success.
The Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Contractor Exam Review includes:
- Highlighting Guides
- Practice Exams
- Math and Plans Analysis
- Study Tips
- Licensing Information
- Instructor Support
Our courses are designed to help you become familiar with the references and allow you to find the information quickly as the exams are timed. We offer highlighting guides to draw attention to key points throughout the book and tabs (sold separately) to allow you to find key sections quickly. We encourage you to take the practice exams multiple times as the questions on the test change each time.
The Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Contractor Exam Review 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.
Anyone seeking to become a contractor in Tennessee is required to sit for two exams, business and law and the trade. A residential/small commercial contractor’s services are limited to construction, remodeling, repair, or improvement of one-, two-, three-, or four-family unit residences that do not exceed three stories in height and to the construction, erection, alteration, repair or demolition of any building or structure for use and occupancy by the general public including residential construction with more than 4 units or great than 3 stories in height where the project does not exceed $750,000. @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.
Related Books and Materials for This Course
The following references are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with a permanent index tab) and highlighted. They are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-952-0910.
- International Building Code, 2012
- International Residential Code for One and Two Family Dwellings 2018
- Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)
- Carpentry and Building Construction
- The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction
- Roofing Construction and Estimating
- Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone
- Pipe and Excavation Contracting
- Gypsum Construction Handbook
- Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders
- SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck
- ACI 530/530.1-11 OR ACI 530/530.1-13: Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries
- ACI 318-11 OR ACI 318-14: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary
- Tennessee Residential/Small Commercial Tab Pack
- Tennessee Residential and Small Commercial Contractor License Online Exam Prep
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