Conquering Your License Exam

How to Pass Your Contractor License Exam – The Real Deal

Hey there, future licensed contractor! Let’s talk about what really matters when it comes to passing your contractor license exam. Spoiler alert: it’s not about memorizing a bunch of answers!

Here’s the thing about contractor license exams – they’re designed to test how well you can find information, not how much you can memorize. And honestly, that makes total sense. In the real world, you’ll be looking up codes and regulations all the time. That’s why at ContractorPracticeExam.com (CPE), we focus on teaching you how to navigate those reference materials like a pro.

Let’s Get Real About Exam Prep

Listen, some of these exams (looking at you, Florida!) require you to work with over 10 different reference books. Intimidating? Maybe at first. But here’s the secret: you don’t need to memorize all that content. You just need to know where to find the answers quickly.

Why Practice Tests Are Your Best Friend

At CPE, we’ve designed our practice tests to mirror the real contractor license exam exactly – same number of questions, same time limits, same format. Why? Because practice doesn’t just make perfect; it makes you fast. And speed is crucial when you’re flipping through those reference books during the exam.

Smart Study Guide for Contractors: The No-Nonsense Approach

Start Early
- Give yourself 3-6 weeks minimum
- Focus on navigation skills, not memorization
- Use the Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) as your roadmap
Practice Like You Mean It
- Take our free contractor practice exams regularly
- Practice with our timed real world practice exams
- Aim for three consecutive passes with 80% or higher
- Time yourself – speed matters!

Here’s a Reality Check

Your license won’t show your exam score. Whether you ace it with a 95 or squeeze by with a 71, the end result is the same – you’re licensed! As we like to say, C’s get degrees (or in this case, licenses). Sure, scoring high feels great, but what really matters is passing and getting that license in your hands.

Exam Preparation Tips That Actually Work

Use our practice tests to learn the books, not the answers
Focus on finding information quickly
Tab your references strategically
Practice with real exam time constraints
Don’t stress about getting perfect scores

Remember This

The key to passing your contractor license exam isn’t being the smartest person in the room – it’s being the most prepared. Know your way around those reference books, practice finding answers quickly, and you’ll be golden.

Time to Get Started

Ready to tackle that contractor license exam? Check out our free practice tests. The sooner you start practicing, the more comfortable you’ll be on exam day. And hey, lots of our practice tests are free – because we believe in helping you succeed without breaking the bank.

Want to know the real secret to passing? It’s all about mastering the open-book format. Our study guide for contractors focuses on exactly that – teaching you how to find answers efficiently. Because at the end of the day, that’s what matters in the real world too.

Remember: You don’t need to be perfect; you just need to be prepared. Let’s get you that license!

Need more tips or ready to start practicing? We’ve got your back with real-world exam preparation tips and practice tests that actually make a difference.

See how much knowledge you have with our Walker’s Builders Estimator’s Reference Test

/25

Walker's, Building Estimator's Reference Book, 29th Edition Free Test

Calling all Florida roofing aces! Want to see how well you can estimate like a pro? This FREE practice test is designed to put your skills using Walker's Building Estimator's Reference Book (29th Edition) to the test!

Here's the challenge:

25 Question Blitz: Answer 25 questions specifically crafted from the reference book in just 75 minutes. Time to show off your estimating knowledge!
Always Fresh: No two tests are ever the same! Each time you take it, you'll get a new set of questions to keep things interesting.
Free for All: This practice test is completely FREE! No need to break the bank to sharpen your skills. 🆓
Practice Makes Perfect: Didn't score as high as you'd like? No problem! Take the test as many times as you need until you feel confident tackling any estimating challenge, especially those on the Florida Roofing License exam!

So grab your favorite calculator, put on your thinking cap, and get ready to conquer those estimates! Good luck!

Please enter your following information to get started:

1 / 25

A shelf or ledge formed by projecting successive course of masonry out from the face of the wall, pier or column is a _____________________ .

A) Rack

B) Quoin

C) Pilaster

D) Corbel

2 / 25

A minor arch with a maximum span of 6 feet and a load not exceeding 1000 lb per foot is typically referred to as a ______________________ arch.

A) relieving

B) Jack arch

C) Trimmer arch

D) Back arch

3 / 25

The terms CPM and PERT pertain to __________________.

A) The specifications

B) Scheduling

C) The inventory

D) Contract performance management

4 / 25

The principal objective of a construction schedule is to _______________________.

A) Support claims against the owner

B) Assist architect in planning project completion

C) Efficiently manage resources in order to complete within the estimated time and costs for the project

D) Track progress of all subcontractors on the project

5 / 25

Vermiculite is a mineral that expands, when heated, to about ___________ times its original size

A) 8

B) 10

C) 12

D) 14

6 / 25

When hauling excavated materials in trucks, the truck capacity should be at least _____ times the dipper or bucket capacity of the excavator.

A) Two

B) Three

C) Four

D) Five

7 / 25

2600 L.F. of 2 x is ____________board feet. Select the closest answer.

A) 144

B) 650

C) 1,734

D) 2,600

8 / 25

One mason will lay approximately _________ 8" concrete blocks in an 8-hour shift.

A) 180

B) 160

C) 220

D) 210

9 / 25

Construction drawings will generally depict details through the use of _______________.

A) Notes, schedules, symbols, elevations

B) Architects notes and manufacturer s reference

C) Written specifications and instruction to bidders

D) Addendum issued by the architect to the contractors

10 / 25

After acquiring a piece of construction equipment, the contractor should _________________.

A) Divide the lease payments by the number of jobs in progress and charge each accordingly

B) Divide the annual depreciation by the number of estimated jobs for the year for a per-job charge

C) Develop an hourly rate charge, sufficient to cover interest charges and replacement costs

D) Develop a chargeable rate that is comparable to the local rental rates for similar equipment

11 / 25

Equipment rental rates vary greatly throughout the country. It is standard practice to base rates on ________ hours per month.

A) 100

B) 150

C) 160

D) 176

12 / 25

A contractor needs to purchase 25 lengths of structural steel angle, 3 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 3/8. Each piece of 20" long. The total weight to be purchased is _______________________ pounds. Select the closest answer.

A) 3,335

B) 3,735

C) 2,125

D) 3,300

13 / 25

A standard, non-modular brick is ____ long.

A) 8"

B) 10"

C) 11"

D) 12"

14 / 25

The typical dead weight of a ¾ inch piece of structural plywood is __________ lbs.

A) 12.8

B) 28

C) 38.4

D) 71

15 / 25

When cutting old or cured concrete, using a diamond blade of correct specification, cutting time may be __________ the amount given for cutting green concrete

A) Triple

B) Double

C) Quadruple

D) One and one-half times

16 / 25

When renting non-tractor equipment, the __________is usually responsible for the cost of repairs due to normal wear and tear.

A) Lessor

B) Lessor

C) Lessee

D) Insurance company

17 / 25

The well point method of dewatering is usually ______.

A) Installed only in the installation of sea walls

B) Used in every construction site

C) In advance of the excavation

D) All of the above

18 / 25

A ______________ bond is a bond assuring that the contractor will complete a project in accordance with plans and specs identified in the contract documents.

A) Performance

B) Bid

C) Maintenance

D) Surety

19 / 25

40,000 pounds will equal ______________ metric tons. Select the closest answer.

A) 17.86

B) 18.14

C) 19.71

D) 20.32

20 / 25

Which one of these is not one of the three traditional methods of construction scheduling?

A) Project Schedule

B) Critical Path Method (CPM)

C) Bar (or Gantt) Charts

D) Program Evaluation and Review Technique (PERT)

21 / 25

If an ASTM standard reinforcing bar has a diameter of 1.00 inch, then it would be classified a _______ bar.

A) #4

B) #5

C) #8

D) #9

22 / 25

The weight of 150' of 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" x 3/16" steel angles is __________ pounds. Select the closest answer

A) 2.08

B) 3.07

C) 225

D) 460.5

23 / 25

The convenience outlet symbol is defined to be a ________.

A) Fixture outlet

B) Range

C) Flanged tee-down

D) All of the above

24 / 25

________ is the amount of time for an activity, obtained by subtracting its early start (ES) from its late start (LS) or early finish (EF) from its late finish (LF).

A) Total float

B) Forward scheduling

C) Backward scheduling

D) Mean flow time

25 / 25

According to Walker's Estimator's Reference Book, information on the nature or the thickness of underlying rock is usually obtained by _________________ .

A) Hand auger boring

B) Split spoon sampling

C) Core borings

D) Mining

Your score is

The average score is 49%

Check out all of the tests we offer at Contractor Practice Exam

Oklahoma Roofing Business and Law Practice Exam

« Older Entries

Next Entries »

View All

Contact Us



Contractor Practice Exam



admin@contractorpracticeexam.com



Conquering Your License Exam

How to Pass Your Contractor License Exam – The Real Deal

Let’s Get Real About Exam Prep

Why Practice Tests Are Your Best Friend

Smart Study Guide for Contractors: The No-Nonsense Approach

Here’s a Reality Check

Exam Preparation Tips That Actually Work

Remember This

Time to Get Started

Remember: You don’t need to be perfect; you just need to be prepared. Let’s get you that license!

See how much knowledge you have with our Walker’s Builders Estimator’s Reference Test

Check out all of the tests we offer at Contractor Practice Exam

Oklahoma Roofing Business and Law Practice Exam

Residential HVAC License Free Exam

ICC G18 Residential Electrician Practice Exam

Free Florida Plumbing License Practice Exam

California C-5 Practice Exam

Free Ugly’s Electrical Reference Exam | NEC Practice

Florida Plumbing License Practice Exam

Florida Business and Finance Exam – Fast Practice

ICC T16 Master Electrician Practice Exam

Contact Us

Contractor Practice Exam

admin@contractorpracticeexam.com

(772) 202-2058 - Text or Call Anytime

Contractor Practice Exam

admin@contractorpracticeexam.com

(772) 202-2058 - Text or Call Anytime

Conquering Your License Exam

How to Pass Your Contractor License Exam – The Real Deal

Let’s Get Real About Exam Prep

Why Practice Tests Are Your Best Friend

Smart Study Guide for Contractors: The No-Nonsense Approach

Here’s a Reality Check

Exam Preparation Tips That Actually Work

Remember This

Time to Get Started

Remember: You don’t need to be perfect; you just need to be prepared. Let’s get you that license!

See how much knowledge you have with our Walker’s Builders Estimator’s Reference Test

Report a question

Check out all of the tests we offer at Contractor Practice Exam

Contact Us

Contractor Practice Exam