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Virginia Commercial Contractor (CBC)

The complete combo package includes:

  • All the books for the Virginia Commercial (CBC) Exam & Business Law
  • Pre-printed book tabs for all the books
  • Each Book's Individual Highlighting Presentation
  • Audio tracks for each book to help with some memorization
  • Digital Study Guides
  • Quizzes for each individual book
  • Book lookup exercises
  • Unlimited practice exams
  • Unlimited coaching
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    Steps to Obtain Your Virginia Commercial Contractor (CBC) License

    Step 1
    Purchase Your Exam Prep Course and VA 8-hour Pre-License Course
    Purchase
    Step 2
    Study and Pass Your Business Law Exam

    Study and Pass Your Business Law Exam.

    Study
    Step 3
    Submit Your Application to the State
    Register
    Step 4
    Pass Your Virginia Commercial Contractor (CBC) PSI Exam
    Submit Application

    Virginia Commercial Building Contractor Exam Requirements & Application

    Requirements for Obtaining Your VA Contractor License: Eligibility is based on the applicant's knowledge, skills, abilities, financial position, and other entry requirements.

    Class A ContractorClass B ContractorClass C Contractor
    1. Must be at least 18 years old1. Must be at least 18 years old1. Must be at least 18 years old
    2. Complete the 8-hour Pre-License course2. Complete the 8-hour Pre-License course2. Complete the 8-hour Pre-License course
    3. Must be full-time employee or a member of responsible management3. Must be full-time employee or a member of responsible management3. Must be full-time employee or a member of responsible management
    4. Pass the VA Business Law exam - Parts 1, 2, & 34. Pass the VA Business Law exam - Parts 1 & 24. Business Law exam not required
    5. Pass specialty trades exams for your trade5. Pass specialty trades exams for your trade5. Pass specialty trades exams for your trade
    6. Five years experience6. Three years experience6. Two years experience
    7. Net Worth of at least $45,0007. Net Worth of at least $15,0007. No Net Worth requirement

    Board Contact Information:
    Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, 9960 Mayland Dr. Suite 400, Richmond, VA 23233-1485
    Phone: 804.367.8511 or 804.367.8500
    Hours: Monday - Friday 8:15am - 5:00pm
    Visit Virginia State Contractors License Board
    FAQs
    Application for VA Contractor License

    Virginia Commercial Building Contractor Test Information

    Test Information: This exam covers 12 subject areas, with questions created from a 20-book set.

    Candidate Information Bulletin: PSI Candidate Bulletin

    Exam InformationDetails
    Exam Fee$85
    Number of Questions80
    Passing Score70%
    Time Limit180 Minutes
    Subject AreaNumber of Questions
    Site Work8
    Concrete including Reinforcement9
    Masonry9
    Metals9
    Carpentry9
    Thermal and Moisture Protection8
    Associated Trades7
    Safety7
    Estimating and Plan Reading8
    General Building Code Requirements6

    Virginia Commercial Building Contractor Reciprocity

    Virginia has reciprocity with Louisiana for commercial licenses in "building construction" obtained by examination. The NASCLA exam is also accepted as a trades exam in various states.

    Virginia Commercial Building Contractor Permitted Work

    With this license, you may bid on and build all types of commercial buildings in VA. Residential work is not permitted with this license.

    Virginia Commercial Building Contractor Exam Prep Courses Offered