{"product_id":"north-carolina-residential-contractor-ultimate-exam-prep-rental-package","title":"North Carolina Residential Contractor Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eNorth Carolina Residential Contractor Ultimate Exam Prep Rental Package\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrepare for the North Carolina Residential Contractor examination with a comprehensive Ultimate package that combines highlighted and tabbed rental books, 1 year of online course access, live classes, and Application Service. This package is designed for candidates who want a structured way to study residential construction, code requirements, jobsite safety, business law, project management, carpentry, roofing, masonry, concrete, excavation, wood trusses, erosion control, and North Carolina contractor regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Residential Contractor classification covers qualifying construction and demolition work involving residential units governed by the state residential building code. Residential contractors may also perform related site work, driveways, sidewalks, water and wastewater work, and authorized specialty work when those activities are part of the residential project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparing for this examination requires a broad understanding of how residential projects move from planning and site preparation through foundations, framing, roofing, exterior finishes, interior construction, inspections, and completion. Candidates must also understand contractor responsibilities involving permits, safety, contracts, financial management, estimating, project administration, and compliance with North Carolina licensing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ultimate package includes the North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry with the latest available amendments, the Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management—North Carolina General Contractors Edition, 10th Edition, the 2018 North Carolina Residential Code, and the 2018 North Carolina Administrative Code and Policies. These references are included for open-book examination preparation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package also includes nine books that are not allowed in the examination room but support closed-book study. These references cover carpentry, roofing, masonry, excavation, concrete, metal-plate-connected wood trusses, sedimentation control, and North Carolina general contractor laws and regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll included trade reference books are highlighted and tabbed to help candidates organize their study. Tabs identify major sections and common examination subjects, while highlighting draws attention to important requirements, procedures, terminology, tables, and construction concepts. Candidates should still read the complete surrounding provisions and practice navigating the books under timed conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes 1 year of course access and live classes during the one-year access period. The North Carolina Residential Contractor online exam prep course helps divide a large examination library into manageable study areas. Live classes provide additional trade-focused review, reference-navigation practice, and opportunities to reinforce difficult construction topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication Service is included with this Ultimate package. The service helps organize information and supporting materials for the North Carolina contractor examination and licensing application process. Final examination eligibility and license approval remain subject to the requirements and decisions of the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package price is $2,065, plus a $650 refundable rental-book deposit, for a total initial payment of $2,715. The $650 deposit is refunded when the books are returned in similar condition within 1 year from the time they are received. Please allow 15 business days for processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 3px solid #d32f2f; padding: 20px; margin: 25px 0; background-color: #fff7f7;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; margin-top: 0;\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Thirteen highlighted and tabbed rental references listed below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCourse Access:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year of course access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLive Classes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included during the one-year course-access period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included with this package.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook Rental Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year from the time the books are received.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $2,065\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefundable Rental-Book Deposit:\u003c\/strong\u003e $650\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Initial Payment:\u003c\/strong\u003e $2,715\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeposit Refund:\u003c\/strong\u003e The $650 deposit is refunded when the books are returned in similar condition within 1 year from the time they are received.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please allow 15 business days for processing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Residential Contractor examination evaluates knowledge associated with residential construction, demolition, site work, safety, code compliance, business management, and contractor responsibilities. Candidates should prepare for both technical construction questions and questions involving business law, contracts, project administration, and licensing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResidential-code preparation may include foundations, floor systems, wall framing, roof framing, exterior walls, weather protection, interior finishes, stairs, guards, decks, masonry, chimneys, structural requirements, fire-resistance provisions, insulation, and coordination with mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpentry preparation should address building materials, layout, floor framing, wall framing, roof framing, openings, headers, sheathing, fastening, stairs, exterior trim, interior finishes, and interpretation of plans and specifications. Candidates should understand how loads move from the roof and upper levels through walls, floors, foundations, and soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoofing preparation may involve roof shapes, slopes, framing, sheathing, underlayment, flashing, drainage, ventilation, roof coverings, material quantities, estimating, installation practices, and protection against moisture intrusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMasonry study may include brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, anchors, ties, flashing, weeps, control joints, expansion joints, veneer construction, chimneys, fireplaces, foundations, and protection of masonry during construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcrete preparation may address materials, proportioning, formwork, reinforcement, placement, consolidation, finishing, curing, joints, slabs, walls, footings, quality control, cold- and hot-weather practices, and common construction defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePipe and excavation topics may include soils, trenching, grading, drainage, pipe installation, compaction, shoring, dewatering, underground utilities, excavation safety, and coordination with foundations, water systems, and wastewater systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWood-truss preparation should include storage, handling, lifting, placement, temporary restraint, permanent bracing, installation sequencing, bearing, connections, and protection against damage or unauthorized field modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafety preparation may include fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, excavations, electrical hazards, tools, silica exposure, personal protective equipment, material handling, housekeeping, cranes, and employer responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErosion and sedimentation control may also appear in preparation materials. Candidates should understand the purpose of preventing sediment from leaving disturbed areas, protecting adjoining property and waterways, maintaining control measures, and complying with applicable North Carolina requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eOpen Book Test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Residential Contractor examination is an open-book test for the references identified as permitted in the examination room. This package includes four exam-room references and nine additional closed-book study references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry supports open-book questions involving fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, excavation, tools, personal protective equipment, electrical hazards, material handling, and employer responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management—North Carolina General Contractors Edition, 10th Edition supports questions involving contracts, estimating, project management, financial controls, employment practices, insurance, safety programs, risk management, and contractor business operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 North Carolina Residential Code supports technical questions involving foundations, floor systems, walls, roofs, stairs, decks, exterior finishes, masonry, structural requirements, and other qualifying residential construction provisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 North Carolina Administrative Code and Policies supports questions involving permits, inspections, construction documents, approvals, code administration, enforcement, and the responsibilities of contractors and code officials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe remaining references are not allowed in the examination room. They should be used throughout the one-year rental period to develop knowledge in carpentry, roofing, masonry, excavation, concrete, truss installation, erosion control, and North Carolina contractor regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-book testing requires efficient reference navigation. Candidates should study the tables of contents, indexes, definitions, chapter layouts, tables, figures, appendices, and cross-references in the permitted books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highlighted and tabbed format supports faster navigation, but candidates must still understand the subject and choose the correct publication. A residential framing question may require the Residential Code, while a permit or inspection question may require the Administrative Code and Policies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead complete provisions before selecting an answer. Code and business requirements may contain exceptions, definitions, limitations, or related sections that change how the rule applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll books taken into the examination room must comply with the current testing rules governing editions, binding, tabs, highlighting, markings, inserts, and loose materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eLicensing Steps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the Residential Contractor classification.\u003c\/strong\u003e Review the authorized scope and determine whether it matches the residential construction work the applicant intends to perform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelect the license limitation.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose the limited, intermediate, or unlimited limitation based on the intended value of individual projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdentify the applicant entity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Determine whether the license applicant will be an individual, LLC, corporation, partnership, or another eligible entity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesignate a qualifier.\u003c\/strong\u003e Identify the person who will satisfy the examination requirement for the Residential Contractor classification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the included Application Service.\u003c\/strong\u003e Organize the applicant, entity, qualifier, financial, ownership, and supporting information needed for submission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubmit the application.\u003c\/strong\u003e File the required materials through the North Carolina general contractor licensing process.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvide evidence of financial responsibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e Meet the financial requirement associated with the selected license limitation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the background-check requirement.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide or authorize the criminal background information required by the Board.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReceive examination eligibility.\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the application review process and obtain authorization before scheduling the examination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule the examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow the scheduling instructions provided after eligibility is approved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the approved references.\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm that all exam-room books comply with current rules for tabs, highlighting, binding, and markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the examination.\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow all identification, security, scheduling, calculator, and reference-material instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the licensing process.\u003c\/strong\u003e Passing the examination satisfies the testing requirement, but the applicant must complete all remaining requirements before the license is issued.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eState Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors regulates Residential Contractor licenses. Applicants must meet the Board’s requirements involving age, character, financial responsibility, application documentation, background information, qualification, and examination eligibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA North Carolina general contractor license is required when a person or business bids on, contracts for, or undertakes a construction project valued at $40,000 or more, subject to the definitions and exceptions established by state law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Residential Contractor classification covers qualifying construction and demolition involving residential units governed by the residential building code adopted by the North Carolina Building Code Council.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classification also includes related site work, driveways, sidewalks, and water and wastewater systems ancillary to the residential structures, along with authorized specialty work performed as part of the project.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorth Carolina general contractor licenses are issued with limited, intermediate, or unlimited limitations. Each limitation affects the value of individual projects the license holder may undertake and carries specific financial qualification requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe qualifier’s examination credential and the contractor license are separate. Passing the Residential Contractor examination does not independently authorize an individual or business to enter into regulated construction contracts. The approved license must be issued to the legal entity conducting the contracting activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLicensed contractors must operate within the classification and limitation shown on the active license. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate entity and qualifier information, obtaining permits, arranging inspections, complying with safety requirements, and meeting contractual and professional obligations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication approval, examination eligibility, and license issuance are controlled by the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors. Candidates should complete all requested documentation accurately and respond to any additional requirements related to their application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReference Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry, with Latest Available Amendments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental reference covers fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, excavation, tools, electrical hazards, material handling, personal protective equipment, and employer safety responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina General Contractors Edition, 10th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental reference covers business organization, contracts, estimating, financial management, project administration, employment practices, safety, insurance, and risk management.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: North Carolina Building Code: Residential Code, 2018 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental reference contains requirements for qualifying residential construction, including foundations, framing, roofing, exterior walls, stairs, decks, masonry, structural systems, and related code provisions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: North Carolina Administrative Code and Policies, 2018 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental reference addresses permits, construction documents, inspections, approvals, code administration, enforcement, and contractor responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers materials, layout, floor systems, wall framing, roof framing, stairs, sheathing, fastening, exterior finishes, and interior construction. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Roofing Construction and Estimating, Daniel Atcheson, 1995\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers roof systems, materials, flashing, drainage, installation practices, quantities, and estimating. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Modern Masonry - Brick, Block, Stone, Clois E. Kicklighter, 10th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, flashing, joints, veneer, fireplaces, and masonry construction. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Pipe and Excavation Contracting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference addresses excavation, trenching, soils, grading, drainage, pipe installation, compaction, shoring, dewatering, and underground construction. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: The Contractor’s Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers concrete materials, formwork, reinforcement, placement, consolidation, finishing, curing, joints, quality control, and common defects. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: BCSI: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraining, and Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers truss storage, handling, lifting, placement, temporary restraint, permanent bracing, connections, and safe installation. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15A, Chapter 4 Sedimentation Control, Including Latest Amendments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference addresses administrative requirements for erosion and sedimentation control. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 113A, Article 4 Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1973\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference contains statutory provisions related to erosion and sedimentation control. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Book: Laws and Regulations Applicable to General Contracting in the State of North Carolina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis highlighted and tabbed rental study reference covers classifications, limitations, qualifiers, applications, licensing requirements, conduct, liens, and contractor responsibilities. It is not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eExam Room Approved Books\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the Construction Industry, with Latest Available Amendments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed for open-book questions involving construction safety and employer responsibilities.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management - North Carolina General Contractors Edition, 10th Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed for open-book questions involving contracts, estimating, financial management, project administration, and contractor business operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Carolina Building Code: Residential Code, 2018 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed for open-book technical questions involving residential construction and code compliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNorth Carolina Administrative Code and Policies, 2018 Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsed for open-book questions involving permits, inspections, approvals, administration, and enforcement.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eTest Information and Study Materials\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDivide preparation into residential code, carpentry, roofing, masonry, concrete, excavation, wood trusses, safety, sedimentation control, business law, and contractor regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the four exam-room references during timed open-book exercises. Read the question, identify the subject, select the correct publication, locate the governing section, and review the complete requirement before choosing an answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudy the nine restricted references separately. Because they will not be available during the examination, review their major concepts through online course lessons, live classes, technical reading, practice questions, and repeated study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice interpreting plans, specifications, construction details, material quantities, and installation sequences. Residential contractor questions often require candidates to connect code requirements with practical building conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive special attention to structural load paths, framing systems, roof assemblies, moisture protection, masonry, concrete, excavation safety, truss bracing, and sedimentation control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the one-year rental and course-access period to maintain a consistent study schedule. Rotate among online lessons, live instruction, technical reading, timed lookups, and focused review of weaker areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow Contractor Exam Prep Helps You Reach Your Goal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContractor Exam Prep helps North Carolina Residential Contractor candidates combine highlighted and tabbed rental references, an online trade course, live classes, and Application Service in one organized package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganized study guidance separates residential construction into manageable categories, including foundations, framing, roofing, masonry, concrete, excavation, trusses, safety, erosion control, business law, and contractor regulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade-focused review connects code requirements with practical construction methods. Candidates can strengthen their understanding of how site work, structural systems, materials, safety, and project administration fit together during residential construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractice-oriented preparation helps candidates identify the subject of an examination question, choose the correct reference, locate the applicable provision, and interpret the information efficiently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference-navigation practice focuses on the four books permitted in the examination room. The highlighted and tabbed format supports organized study and faster access to major topics during timed practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe online course and live classes also support closed-book preparation for the carpentry, roofing, masonry, concrete, excavation, truss, erosion-control, and contractor-law references that cannot be taken into the examination room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApplication Service helps organize the administrative side of the examination and licensing process. No package can guarantee examination passage, application approval, or license issuance. Results depend on the candidate’s qualifications, preparation, experience, reference familiarity, participation, and performance during the examination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhat is included in the Ultimate package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes thirteen highlighted and tabbed rental references, 1 year of online course access, live classes during the one-year access period, and Application Service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow much does the package cost?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package price is $2,065, plus a $650 refundable rental-book deposit, for a total initial payment of $2,715.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhen is the $650 deposit refunded?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe deposit is refunded when the books are returned in similar condition within 1 year from the time they are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long is the rental period?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rental period is 1 year from the time the books are received.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long is the course access?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes 1 year of course access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre live classes included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Live classes are included during the one-year course-access period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eIs Application Service included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Application Service is included with this Ultimate package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eHow long does processing take?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease allow 15 business days for processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre the rental books highlighted and tabbed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The included trade references are highlighted and tabbed to support organized study and reference navigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eWhich books are allowed in the examination room?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safety standards, Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, 2018 Residential Code, and 2018 Administrative Code and Policies are included as exam-room references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAre all thirteen books allowed in the examination room?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Nine books are included for closed-book preparation and are not allowed in the examination room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes passing the examination automatically issue a contractor license?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Passing the examination satisfies the testing requirement, but the applicant must complete all financial, entity, qualifier, application, and licensing requirements before a license is issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eDoes the package guarantee a passing score?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Examination performance depends on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, study effort, reference-navigation skills, participation, and performance during the test.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"1 Exam Prep","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45919388663861,"sku":null,"price":2720.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2522\/1688\/files\/2026NEWPRODUCTS-63-NC-RESIDENTIAL-ULTIMATE.jpg?v=1787552485","url":"https:\/\/contractorexampreps.com\/products\/north-carolina-residential-contractor-ultimate-exam-prep-rental-package","provider":"Contractor Exam Preps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}