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Virginia Commercial Contractor (NASCLA)

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    Steps to Obtain Your Contractor License

    Virginia Contractor License State Requirements & Application

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

    The class of license determines monetary restrictions on contracts:

    • Class A: No monetary limits. Requires 5 years of experience and a $45,000 net worth.
    • Class B: Limited to contracts < $120,000 and total work < $750,000/year. Requires 3 years of experience and a $15,000 net worth.
    • Class C: Limited to contracts < $10,000 and total work < $150,000/year. Requires 2 years of experience; no net worth requirement.

    Step-by-Step Guide to Obtaining Your VA Contractor's License

    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
    Website: Virginia DPOR

    Fees: The application fee is $385 for Class A, $370 for Class B, and $235 for Class C.

    Virginia Contractor License Test Information

    Test Information: The test covers 12 subject areas with questions from a 23-book set.

    Candidate Information Bulletin: Click here to download the bulletin

    Subject Area Number of Questions
    General Requirements25
    Site Construction15
    Concrete6
    Masonry4
    Metals6
    Wood5
    Thermal and Moisture Protection5
    Doors, Windows, and Glazing4
    Finishes5
    Mechanical and Plumbing Systems6
    Electrical Systems3
    Procurement and Contracting Requirements31

    Virginia Contractor License Reciprocity

    Virginia has reciprocity with Louisiana for commercial licenses classified as "building construction." The NASCLA exam serves as the trades exam in Arkansas, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Virginia, U.S. Virgin Islands, and West Virginia.

    Virginia Contractor License Permitted Work

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