Required Books
Not all of the associated references listed below are permitted to be taken into the examination. These references may be tabbed (with a permanent index tab) and highlighted. Please contact us for more information.
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2018 International Building Code,softcover, Tabbed and Highlighted
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SPECIAL ORDER USUALLY SHIPS 7-10 BUSINESS DAYS ASTM Standards: Plastic Collection - D4756-21 Standard Practice for Installation of…
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This manual provides best industry practices and technical information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to…
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2024 edition Contains comprehensive information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable to metal panel and spray…
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The latest NRCA roofing manual provides you with comprehensive information about the design, materials and installation techniques applicable…
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Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry (OSHA Standards for the Construction Industry), Published by American…
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The step-by-step, hands-on guide to any type of roofing on residential and commercial buildings. Covers everything from underlayment…
Additional Services
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Nevada Application Processing
Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work
Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.
The installation, application, alteration and repair of watertight and weatherproof material used on roofs, such as asphalt, pitch, tar, felt, flax, shakes, shingles, aluminum, tile, slate and urethane, but not the installation of siding or devices, such as stripping, for the internal control of the effects of weather, the installation, alteration and repair of siding, by use of material such as wood, aluminum, enameled steel, plastic and glass, to make the walls of a structure watertight and weatherproof, the installation of glass, metal, plastic, urethane and other material used for the insulation of buildings, the application of solutions of rubber, latex, asphalt, pitch, tar and other materials to surfaces to prevent water in any form from penetrating the surfaces.
License Requirements
Pre Approval is required to sit for the exam.
The Nevada Business Law (Management Survey) exam is also required.
Applicants must be able to document a minimum of four (4) years of experience within the past 10 years to qualify for a license. This experience must be as a Journeyman, foreman, supervising employee or contractor.
Education may be used to satisfy a portion of the required experience.
Applicants must also submit 4 reference certificates concerning their work experience and submit to a background check.
All applicants must submit current financial statements to the state licensing board. Monetary limits are set based on financial standing.
All contractors are required to obtain a bond. The amount of the bond ($1,000 - $500,000) is determined by the board based on license type, monetary limit, past, present, and future financial responsibility, experience and character of the applicant.
It is possible to use a cash deposit that is held by the board, with a yearly $100 fee, in place of a bond. All contractors are required to carry worker’s compensation insurance.
Reciprocity
The state of Nevada has a reciprocity agreement with California, Arizona, and Utah. There is no reciprocity for the plumbing and electrical trades.
Applicants must have at least 7 years of experience and meet all licensing requirements
Continuing Education
Please check with the Nevada State Contractors Board for any Continuing Education requirements.The Exam
PSI administers the exam. It is an open-book, timed test with 60 questions and a 2-hour time limit. A score of at least 70% (42 correct) is required to pass the exam.
The exam fee is $85 for a single exam and $130 for one trade exam plus the Contractor Management Survey Exam.
If the test is failed three times the applicant must begin the application process over and reapply directly to the Nevada State Contractors’ Board.
Exam content includes Safety Roofing – Substrate Roofing – Steep Roofing – Repairs Roofing – Elastomeric Roofing – Built-up Bituminous Siding – General Knowledge Sheet Metal and Flashing
How We Help You Prepare
We currently do not offer a seminar for the Nevada Roofing and Siding license.
Nevada State Contractors Board
9670 Gateway Drive, Suite 100
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 688-1141 or (702) 486-1100
www.nscb.state.nv.us
The application/licensing fee is $600.00 ($300 application fee and $300 licensing fee).
It takes approximately 2 weeks to receive an approval letter after submitting your application to the board. However, processing times vary depending on the time required to verify experience, financial statements, references and completing background checks.
Important Contacts
