Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam prep
The Nevada Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) license is an NSCB Class C specialty subclassification for specialty work. It takes four years of experience, the Business and Law (CMS) exam, the C-42 trade exam, a bond and a monetary limit. Here are 3 packages, from $199 to $695, each with one-click checkout.
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Nevada Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) Exam Book Package
The reference books, new and unmarked.
Nevada Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) Books Allowed into Exam Package
The references psi allows in the exam room.
Exam-room references, highlighted and tabbed.
How do the Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) options compare?
Prices are the starting price for each option; some offer add-ons at checkout.
| Option | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Book Package | the reference books, new and unmarked | $695 |
| Books Allowed in the Exam | the references PSI allows in the exam room | $199 |
| Highlighted and Tabbed Exam-Room Books | exam-room references, highlighted and tabbed | $399 |
How does the Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam work?
The Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) 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.
Which Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) option should I choose?
The Books Allowed in the Exam at $199 is the lightest way into the Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam: the references PSI allows in the exam room. The Book Package at $695 is the most complete option: the reference books, new and unmarked. Candidates who fail usually run out of time rather than knowledge, so pick the option that gets you fastest through the references, and call (877) 775-9400 if you are unsure.
Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam questions
How much does Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam prep cost?
Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam prep runs from $199 to $695 across 3 options: Book Package $695; Books Allowed in the Exam $199; Highlighted and Tabbed Exam-Room Books $399.
Is the Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) 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 Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) license or card in Nevada?
It comes from the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB), with exams by PSI. Buying a package here does not register you or make you eligible; the board approves you first, and the exam vendor schedules the test.
What does the Constructing, Altering or Improving Contractor (C-42) exam cost?
PSI charges $95 for one exam portion and $140 when the trade exam is taken with the Business and Law (CMS) exam. The NSCB application fee of $300 is separate.
What is the monetary limit on a Nevada license?
Every Nevada contractor license carries a monetary limit, the most you can contract for on one job. The Board sets it, along with a bond of $1,000 to $500,000, from your financial statement and experience.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Licensing exam questions are confidential. The courses and practice exams are original material written to the same subjects and format, with explanations that point to the reference section.
How do the books and courses arrive?
Printed and rental books ship from our fulfillment center, 1 Exam Prep. Online courses and practice exams arrive by email after purchase, so you can start the same day. Call (877) 775-9400 with any question first.
Sources
- NSCB: license examinations
- PSI: Nevada contractor management (CMS) bulletin
- NSCB: license bonds
- NSCB: new license application
Licensing facts checked against these pages; last updated . Rules change, so confirm with the board before you apply.