{"product_id":"florida-residential-contractor-exam-complete-book-set-test","title":"Florida Residential Contractor Exam Complete Book Set","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"text-align:center; color:#000;\"\u003eFLORIDA RESIDENTIAL CONTRACTOR EXAM COMPLETE BOOK SET\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eThe Florida Residential Contractor Exam Complete Book Set from Contractor Exam Preps provides the full collection of state-required references approved by the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) for candidates pursuing the Florida Residential Contractor License. This set covers all trade, building code, and business topics needed for the Residential Contractor Exam, including the Florida Building Code—Residential, Florida Building Code—Energy Conservation, and Builder’s Guide to Estimating. It supports preparation for both the trade knowledge and the Business \u0026amp; Finance sections of the test administered by the Bureau of Education and Testing (DBPR). Developed for compliance with Florida Statute 489 and the Florida Contractors Licensing Law, the package aligns with current NASCLA and state exam standards to help ensure readiness for the residential construction scope, including one- and two-family dwellings and townhouses up to two stories. 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(credit score of 660 or higher; otherwise, you must obtain a\n                licensing bond).\n              \u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003ePresent evidence of liability and workers’ compensation insurance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003eDemonstrate good moral character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003eNOT have any outstanding debts owed to the state (related to construction).\u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003e\n                Comply with IRS rules by providing your federal employer identification number or social security number\n                (if you are an individual).\n              \u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003eFulfill the experience\/education requirements (as applicable).\u003c\/li\u003e\n              \u003cli class=\"li-res\"\u003eSubmit an electronic fingerprint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003c\/ul\u003e\n            \u003cdiv class=\"florida-tabs-links-res\"\u003e\n              \u003ca href=\"#\"\u003eClick Here to Get Insured.\u003c\/a\u003e\n              \u003ca href=\"#\"\u003eTalk to a Licensing Expert\u003c\/a\u003e\n              \u003ca href=\"#\"\u003eApplication Assistance Package\u003c\/a\u003e\n            \u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cbr\u003e\n          \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item-product\"\u003e\n        \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question-product\"\u003e\n          Scope of Work\n          \u003cspan class=\"arrow-product\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-chevron-down icon\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/button\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-product\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            Residential Contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to construction, remodeling, repair, or\n            improvement of one-family, two-family, or three-family residences not exceeding two habitable stories above\n            no more than one uninhabitable story and accessory use structures in connection therewith.\n          \u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item-product\"\u003e\n        \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question-product\"\u003e\n          Applications\n          \u003cspan class=\"arrow-product\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-chevron-down icon\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/button\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-product\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            Applications for the Florida Residential Contractor License must be submitted to the Florida Department of\n            Business and Professional Regulation. For application instructions and assistance, call 850-487-1395. The\n            application process includes proof of financial stability, insurance coverage details, and electronic\n            fingerprinting among other requirements.\n          \u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item-product\"\u003e\n        \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question-product\"\u003e\n          Reciprocity\n          \u003cspan class=\"arrow-product\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-chevron-down icon\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/button\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-product\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            Florida has a limited form of reciprocity with other states. If you have passed the NASCLA Accredited\n            Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors, you may be exempt from the Florida Trade Knowledge\n            exam. You are still required to pass the Florida Business and Finance exam and fulfill other specific state\n            requirements.\n          \u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item-product\"\u003e\n        \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question-product\"\u003e\n          Continuing Education\n          \u003cspan class=\"arrow-product\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-chevron-down icon\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/button\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-product\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            Florida requires all licensed contractors to complete 14 hours of continuing education during each biennial\n            renewal period. This education must include 1 hour on workplace safety, 1 hour on workers' compensation, 1\n            hour on business practices, 1 hour on laws and rules, 1 hour on wind mitigation, and the remaining hours on\n            general subjects.\n          \u003c\/p\u003e\n          \u003cbr\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"faq-item-product\"\u003e\n        \u003cbutton class=\"faq-question-product\"\u003e\n          Exam\n          \u003cspan class=\"arrow-product\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"fas fa-chevron-down icon\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/button\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"faq-answer-product\"\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003e\n            To obtain a Florida Residential Contractor license, you must pass two exams: the Florida Business and\n            Finance exam and the Trade Knowledge exam. 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