Virginia CBC Commercial Builder Contractor

The Virginia CBC Commercial Building Contractor license allows the builder to bid on, build, or modify any type or size of commercial, industrial, institutional, or modular construction projects.

To obtain a Virginia CBC license, you will have to complete the 8 hour pre-license course, pass the Virginia Business & Law exam for Class A and B contractors only, and also pass a trades exam.

NASCLA Exam

NASCLA is a standardized, multi-state accreditation. NASCLA is the better option if you're wanting to be licensed in multiple states.

Virginia RBC Residential Builder

Residential Building Contractors are those whose contracts include construction, remodeling, repair, improvement, removal, or demolition of real property owned, controlled, or leased by another person, including dwellings and townhouses.

Virginia CIC Commercial Improvement

The Commercial Improvement Contractor provides services for repair or improvement to structures not defined as dwellings and townhouses. The CIC classification does not include new building construction, accessory buildings, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or gas work.

Virginia Dry Wall Contractor

The Virginia Drywall Contractor license classification covers drywall installation, removal, and repair.

Virginia Electrical Contractor

The Virginia Electrical Contractor license classification allows contractors to install, maintain, alter, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, appliances, and equipment used for light, heat, power, and control systems.

This course helps prepare students pursuing a Virginia Electrical Contractor license and connects them with the required exam preparation materials.

Virginia Business & Law

This exam is required for all Class A and B contractor's licenses. The Virginia Business & Law exam is a three-part exam covering information in 2 books. Class A contractors must pass all three parts, while Class B contractors only need to pass the General and Virginia sections. Class C contractors do not need to take this exam.

Virginia 8 Hour Pre-License Course

The Virginia 8 hour Pre-License course is required of all contractors in Virginia, regardless of class or classification. It is an online course consisting of videos and quizzes that must be completed before applying for the license with DPOR.