--- title: Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Books Allowed in the Exam url: https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-books-allowed-into-exam-package/ updated: 2026-11-10 site: Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam description: Books Allowed in the Exam for the Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam: the references PSI allows in the exam room. $395. One-click checkout. --- [All licenses](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/) /[Concrete, masonry, roofing and steel](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/#structure) /[Masonry Contractor (C-18)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/) /Books Allowed in the Exam Masonry Contractor (C-18) · Books Allowed in the Exam # Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Books Allowed into Exam Package The Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Books Allowed into Exam Package is the references PSI allows in the exam room for the Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam (Nevada), at $395, 20% off the $495 list price. 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Updated November 10, 2026 · prices checked against the 1 Exam Prep store ## What does the Books Allowed in the Exam include? - Books Allowed in the Exam: the references PSI allows in the exam room - Written for the Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam - Books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep - Options from $395 to $595, chosen above before checkout The Books Allowed in the Exam costs $395 to $595 with the options above and is written for the Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam. Books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep, and Buy now takes you straight to checkout. **Options at checkout:** Exam Room Approved Book Package; Exam Room Approved Highlighted & Tabbed Books [+$200]. Pick one above and the price updates. ## About this Masonry Contractor (C-18) package Prepare for the Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) examination with a focused Books Allowed into Exam Package containing the two masonry code references used for exam-room preparation. This package includes the **International Building Code, 2018** and **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries**. The Nevada C-18 Masonry examination is an **open-book test**. Candidates should become familiar with both included references before exam day so they can quickly determine which book is most likely to contain the information needed for a particular question. The **International Building Code, 2018** supports preparation involving building-code requirements that affect masonry systems, structural walls, building components, construction conditions, fire-resistance concepts, and other requirements that interact with masonry work. **ACI 530/530.1-13** provides more specialized structural masonry requirements and specifications. Candidates should use it to prepare for questions involving masonry materials, reinforcement, grout, structural wall systems, construction specifications, quality requirements, and related technical provisions. The package is designed specifically for candidates who need the **books allowed into the Nevada C-18 examination**. It does not include supplemental study-only references such as OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926 or Modern Masonry. The focus is on the exam-room code books that candidates can use for technical reference navigation during testing. Owning the correct books is only part of effective preparation. Candidates should practice identifying the subject of a question, choosing the correct reference, navigating to the applicable section, and confirming the requirement efficiently. This can help reduce unnecessary searching during a timed open-book examination. ## What You Get - **International Building Code, 2018** — included as an exam-room reference for Nevada C-18 Masonry Contractor preparation. - **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries** — included as an exam-room structural masonry reference. - **Exam-Room-Focused Package:** The package contains the listed books intended for use during the Nevada C-18 examination. - **Code Navigation Support:** The two references cover general building-code requirements and specialized masonry structural requirements that candidates should learn to navigate efficiently. ## Exam Details The Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) trade examination evaluates technical knowledge associated with masonry construction and the responsibilities of contractors working within the C-18 classification. Candidates should prepare for subjects involving **brick, concrete masonry units, stone, structural masonry, mortar, grout, reinforcement, wall systems, openings, supports, anchors, flashing, structural requirements, layout, and construction methods**. The two books included with this package support different parts of that preparation. The International Building Code provides broader building requirements, while ACI 530/530.1 focuses more specifically on structural masonry design and construction requirements. **Structural masonry** should receive focused study. Candidates should understand how masonry units, mortar, grout, reinforcement, anchors, and supports work together as a complete structural system. **Reinforcement** is especially important in masonry construction. Candidates should understand the role of reinforcing steel and how reinforcement interacts with grout, masonry units, openings, wall systems, and structural loads. **Mortar and grout** should be understood as separate materials serving different purposes. Candidates should be able to distinguish their functions and recognize how each contributes to the performance of a masonry assembly. **Wall systems and openings** should also be part of preparation. Candidates should study the relationship between masonry walls, lintels, supports, anchors, reinforcement, and the openings created for doors, windows, and other building components. ## Open Book Test The Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) examination is an **open-book test** using the approved masonry references included with this package. The books included for exam-room use are: - **International Building Code, 2018** - **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries** Candidates should practice deciding which book applies before they begin searching. A general building-code requirement may be found more quickly in the International Building Code, while a structural masonry requirement may be better addressed through ACI 530/530.1. Use the **table of contents, index, section headings, definitions, tables, and cross-references** during preparation. These tools can make it easier to locate technical information under exam conditions. Open-book testing still requires strong trade knowledge. Candidates who understand the masonry concept involved can usually identify the correct reference more quickly than candidates who attempt to search both books for every answer. A practical study method is to work through a masonry question, identify the core subject, choose the likely reference, locate the applicable requirement, and then review the surrounding section for context. This helps build both knowledge and navigation skill at the same time. ## Licensing Steps The Nevada C-18 trade examination is one part of the contractor licensing process. Applicants must complete the applicable licensing requirements in addition to preparing for the masonry examination. 1. **Confirm the C-18 classification.** Make sure the masonry work the business intends to perform falls within the Nevada Masonry classification. 2. **Identify the qualifying individual.** The contractor license application must designate the person who will provide the applicable trade qualification. 3. **Prepare qualifying experience documentation.** Organize applicable work history involving masonry construction, brick, block, stone, mortar, grout, reinforcement, wall systems, or related trade responsibilities. 4. **Complete the Nevada contractor license application.** Submit the required business, qualifying individual, experience, financial, and supporting information. 5. **Submit the application for review.** Examination eligibility is established through the contractor licensing process. 6. **Receive examination authorization.** Once eligible, the qualifying individual can proceed with scheduling the applicable examinations. 7. **Prepare for the C-18 trade exam.** Study building-code requirements, structural masonry, reinforcement, grout, walls, openings, and related technical subjects. 8. **Practice with both exam-room references.** Learn when to use the International Building Code and when to use ACI 530/530.1. 9. **Complete applicable examinations.** Satisfy the examination requirements associated with the contractor license application. 10. **Complete remaining licensing requirements.** Finish all other applicable requirements before the Nevada contractor license is issued. ## State Requirements Nevada identifies **C-18 Masonry** as a specialty contractor classification. The classification applies to qualifying masonry work involving materials such as brick, baked clay products, stone, artificial stone, precast blocks, structural glass brick or block, and other masonry materials used within the authorized scope. Masonry construction can involve both aesthetic and structural responsibilities. Contractors must understand material placement, layout, structural requirements, wall systems, reinforcement, mortar, grout, supports, openings, and the way individual masonry components work together. Building-code requirements are important because masonry does not exist in isolation. Walls can interact with structural systems, fire-resistance requirements, openings, building height, occupancy, and other building components. ACI masonry requirements provide a more detailed framework for structural masonry. Candidates should understand how the specialized reference complements the broader building-code requirements found in the International Building Code. The Nevada contractor licensing process also includes requirements beyond the trade examination. Applicants must complete the applicable application, qualification, examination, financial, and other licensing requirements before a contractor license is issued. ## Reference Books - **International Building Code, 2018** The exam-room reference supports preparation involving building-code requirements that affect masonry construction, structural systems, walls, building components, fire-resistance concepts, and other construction provisions relevant to C-18 work. - **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries** The exam-room structural masonry reference supports preparation involving masonry materials, reinforcement, grout, structural wall systems, construction specifications, quality requirements, and other technical masonry provisions. ## Exam Room Approved Books - **International Building Code, 2018** The building code reference is included for use during the Nevada C-18 Masonry Contractor examination. - **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries** The structural masonry reference is included for use during the Nevada C-18 examination. The package is focused specifically on the books allowed into the exam room. Supplemental masonry trade books and construction-safety references are not included. ## Test Information and Study Materials A strong Nevada C-18 preparation plan should combine practical masonry knowledge with repeated navigation of the International Building Code and ACI 530/530.1. **Structural Masonry** should be studied through ACI 530/530.1. Candidates should become familiar with the organization of the reference and the way it addresses materials, reinforcement, grout, structural walls, construction specifications, and quality requirements. **Building Code Requirements** should be practiced through the International Building Code. Candidates should understand how general building requirements interact with masonry construction and how masonry can be affected by broader structural and building provisions. **Brick and Block Construction** should be reviewed for unit layout, coursing, bonding, alignment, openings, supports, and overall wall construction. Even when practical topics are not located directly in the exam-room references, understanding the trade helps candidates interpret code questions more effectively. **Mortar and Grout** should be studied for their different purposes within masonry systems. Candidates should understand how mortar bonds units together and how grout is used within reinforced or filled masonry construction. **Reinforcement** should receive dedicated attention. Study the role of reinforcing steel, placement, interaction with grout, structural walls, and the way reinforcement contributes to the performance of masonry assemblies. **Anchors and Ties** should be reviewed for their role in connecting masonry to surrounding construction or supporting multi-component wall systems. **Wall Openings** should include lintels, reinforcement, supports, bearing conditions, and the effect of openings on the continuity of a masonry wall. **Moisture Control** should also be part of preparation. Flashing, drainage, detailing, and proper wall construction can affect the durability and performance of masonry systems. **Fire-Resistance Concepts** may also interact with masonry construction. Candidates should understand how masonry walls can be part of rated assemblies and how broader building-code requirements affect those systems. One of the most useful study techniques is to practice choosing the correct book. Read a question and decide whether the answer is more likely to be found in the International Building Code or ACI 530/530.1 before opening either reference. Once the correct book is chosen, identify the strongest keyword or subject term. Use the index, table of contents, headings, and cross-references to reach the correct section as efficiently as possible. When an answer is found, read the surrounding language rather than stopping at one sentence. Exceptions, definitions, tables, or cross-references can change how a requirement applies. ## More on test Information and Study Materials Timed code-navigation practice can help candidates become more efficient. Work through groups of masonry questions and track how long it takes to identify the correct reference and locate the applicable section. If structural masonry questions are taking too long, spend additional time with the organization of ACI 530/530.1. If broader building-code questions are difficult, increase International Building Code navigation practice. Practice questions should also be used to identify knowledge gaps. A candidate who consistently struggles with reinforcement may need more time studying structural masonry concepts, while difficulty with walls and openings may point to another weak area. A balanced study schedule can rotate between structural masonry, general building-code navigation, mortar and grout, reinforcement, walls and openings, moisture control, and practical trade review. ## How Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam Helps You Reach Your Goal Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam supports Nevada Masonry Contractor candidates through organized study guidance, trade-focused review, practice-oriented preparation, exam-reference navigation, and a structured approach to the C-18 masonry examination. The Nevada C-18 Books Allowed into Exam Package provides the **International Building Code, 2018** and **ACI 530/530.1-13** for candidates who specifically need the references used during the masonry trade examination. Using both books throughout preparation can help candidates become more comfortable deciding which reference applies to a technical question. This is especially valuable because the two books serve different purposes and cover different layers of masonry requirements. The International Building Code supports broader building-code preparation, while ACI 530/530.1 provides specialized structural masonry requirements. Understanding the relationship between the two can make exam navigation more efficient. Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam encourages candidates to combine reference navigation with actual trade knowledge. Candidates who understand masonry materials, reinforcement, grout, wall systems, openings, and supports can more quickly identify where a code requirement is likely to be located. Practice-oriented preparation also helps candidates identify weak areas and direct study time where it is needed most. Structural masonry, general code requirements, reinforcement, or wall construction can each receive focused review based on practice performance. The goal is to help candidates approach the Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) examination with stronger familiarity with the exam-room references, better masonry knowledge, and a more organized open-book test strategy. ### What books are included in the Nevada C-18 Books Allowed into Exam Package? The package includes the **International Building Code, 2018** and **ACI 530/530.1-13 (2011 or 2013): Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion Commentaries**. ### Is the Nevada C-18 Masonry examination open book? Yes. The Nevada C-18 Masonry Contractor examination is an **open-book test** using the approved exam-room references. ### Is the International Building Code 2018 allowed inside the C-18 exam? Yes. The **International Building Code, 2018** is one of the exam-room references included with this package. ### Is ACI 530/530.1-13 allowed inside the exam? Yes. **ACI 530/530.1-13** is one of the structural masonry references included for exam-room use. ### Does this package include OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926? No. This package is focused only on the books allowed into the examination room. ### Does this package include Modern Masonry? ## More on how Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam Helps You Reach Your Goal No. Modern Masonry is a supplemental study reference and is not included in this Books Allowed into Exam Package. ### Why are two different masonry references included? The International Building Code supports broader building-code requirements, while ACI 530/530.1 provides specialized structural masonry requirements and specifications. ### How should I decide which book to use during the exam? Identify the subject first. General building-code questions may lead to the International Building Code, while structural masonry questions involving reinforcement, grout, or masonry specifications may lead to ACI 530/530.1. ### What masonry topics should I study? Study structural masonry, brick and block systems, mortar, grout, reinforcement, walls, openings, supports, anchors, moisture control, and applicable building-code requirements. ### Should I practice with both references before test day? Yes. Repeated navigation practice can help candidates become more familiar with the organization of both books and improve their ability to choose the correct reference quickly. ### Should I read the surrounding code language after finding an answer? Yes. Definitions, exceptions, tables, and cross-references can affect how a technical requirement applies, so reviewing the surrounding language is important. ### Does this package guarantee a passing score? No. The package provides the exam-room references used to support open-book preparation. Examination results depend on each candidate's experience, knowledge, preparation, and performance. ## How does the Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam work? The Masonry Contractor (C-18) license comes from the Nevada State Contractors Board. You apply to the NSCB with your experience and financial statement, the Board sends an exam eligibility letter, and you book the CMS and the trade exam with PSI. Scores come right after the exam. - Every Nevada contractor license needs the Business and Law (CMS) exam plus a trade exam for the classification, both given by PSI. - The CMS is open book with the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada; trade exams are closed book except for the code references their outline allows. - PSI charges $95 for one exam portion, or $140 for a trade exam taken with the CMS, and you get three attempts before the application is void. - The Board sets a bond from $1,000 to $500,000 and a monetary limit on every license, based on your experience and financial statements. ## Other Masonry Contractor (C-18) options [**Online Practice Questions** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Exam - Online Practice Ques… $79.99](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-exam-online-practice-questions/) · [**Online Exam Prep Course** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Exam - Online Exam Prep $295](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-exam-online-exam-prep/) · [**Book Package** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Exam Book Package $595](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-exam-book-package/) · [**Highlighted and Tabbed Books** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Highlighted & Tabbed Book P… $895](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-highlighted-and-tabbed-book-package/) · [**Highlighted and Tabbed Exam-Room Books** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Highlighted & Tabbed Books … $595](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-highlighted-and-tabbed-books-allowed-into-exam-package/) · [**Live Virtual Training** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Exam Prep - Live Virtual + … $595](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-exam-prep-live-virtual-plus-self-study-training/) · [**Books and Courses Rental** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) - Books & Courses Rental Pa… $1,485](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-books-and-courses-rental-package/) · [**Exam-Room Books and Course Rental** Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Books & Course Rental - Exa… $1,185](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-books-and-course-rental-exam-room-approved/) [Compare every Masonry Contractor (C-18) package →](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/) [Choose a different license →](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/) ### More concrete, masonry, roofing and steel [Concrete Contractor (C-5)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-5-concrete/) · [Roofing and Siding Contractor (C-15)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-15-roofing-and-siding/) · [Roofing Contractor (C-15A)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-15a-roofing/) · [Steel Reinforcing and Erection Contractor (C-14)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-14-steel-reinforcing-and-erection/) · [Reinforcing Steel Contractor (C-14A)](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-14a-reinforcing-steel/) · [Nevada exam FAQ](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/faq/) · [Study tips](https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/blog/) ## Questions before you buy ### How much is the Nevada Masonry Contractor (C-18) Books Allowed into Exam Package? $395 to $595 depending on the option you pick. The price at checkout is the one that applies, and it is shown before you pay. ### What is included? Books Allowed in the Exam: the references PSI allows in the exam room. Books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep. ### Is the Masonry Contractor (C-18) exam open book? Partly. The Business and Law (CMS) exam is open book with the Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada. Trade exams are closed book except for the code references named in the PSI content outline for your classification, which is why the exam-room book packages are sold as allowed in the exam. ### Who issues the license or certification? It comes from the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB), with exams by PSI. Buying study material does not register you or make you eligible to test. ### Are these the real exam questions? No. Licensing exam questions are confidential. Courses and practice exams are original material written to the same subjects and format. ### How fast can I start? Online courses and practice exams arrive by email after purchase. Books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep; shipping options are shown at checkout. ## Sources - [NSCB: license examinations](https://www.nvcontractorsboard.com/licensing/license-examinations/) - [PSI: Nevada contractor management (CMS) bulletin](https://test-takers.psiexams.com/api/content/bulletin/304) - [NSCB: license bonds](https://nvcontractorsboard.com/bonds) - [NSCB: new license application](https://www.nvcontractorsboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/New-License-Application.pdf) Licensing facts checked against these pages; last updated November 10, 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply. --- Source: https://passyournevadacontractorexam.com/c-18-masonry/nevada-masonry-contractor-c-18-books-allowed-into-exam-package/ Publisher: Pass Your Nevada Contractor Exam. Orders are fulfilled by 1 Exam Prep (https://1examprep.com). Phone (877) 775-9400, email sales@1examprep.com. 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