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Here is some of the Nevada State Contractor Board requirements for contractors and General Contractors as we have found on their web site at http://www.nscb.nv.gov/contractor_license_requirements.html#1
(Keep in mind these are also the requirements for Contractors and General Contractors in Las Vegas)
for all the requirements go to the link in blue
General contractors and contractors Requirements in Las Vegas (as well as Nevada)
To qualify to become a licensed contractor you must have the experience and skills necessary to manage the daily activities of a construction business, including field supervision. Or, you must be represented by someone else with the necessary experience and skills, who serves as your qualifying individual.
The contractor or other person who will act as the qualifying individual must have had, within the ten years immediately before the filing of the application, at least four full years of experience at a journeyman level, or as a foreman, supervisor, or contractor in the classification for which you are applying.
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2. Who must be licensed as a contractor? All businesses or individuals who construct or alter any building, highway, road, parking facility, railroad, excavation, or other structure in Nevada must be licensed by the Nevada State Contractors Board. Contractors, including subcontractors and specialty contractors must be licensed before submitting bids. Licenses may be issued to individuals, general partnerships, limited partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies or joint ventures. Top
3. Is anyone exempt from the requirement to be licensed? Yes. The exemptions are as follows:
Work performed exclusively by an authorized representative of the United States Government, the State of Nevada, or an incorporated city, county, irrigation district, reclamation district, or other municipal or political corporation or subdivision of this State.
An officer of a court when acting within the scope of his or her office.
Work performed exclusively by a public utility operating pursuant to the regulations of the Public Utilities Commission of Nevada on construction, maintenance and development work incidental to its business.
An owner of property who is building or improving a residential structure on the property for his or her own occupancy and not intended for sale or lease. The sale or lease, or the offering for sale or lease, of the newly built structure within 1 year after its completion creates a rebuttable presumption for the purposes of this section that the building of the structure was performed with the intent to sell or lease that structure. An owner of property who requests an exemption pursuant to this subsection must apply to the Board for the exemption. The Board shall adopt regulations setting forth the requirements for granting the exemption.
Any work to repair or maintain property the value of which is less than $1,000, including labor and materials, unless:
A building permit is required to perform the work;
The work is of a type performed by a plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, heating or air-conditioning contractor;
The work is of a type performed by a contractor licensed in a classification prescribed by the Board that significantly affects the health, safety and welfare of members of the general public;
The work is performed as a part of a larger project:
The value of which is $500 or more; or
For which contracts of less than $500 have been awarded to evade the provisions of this chapter; or
The work is performed by a person who is licensed pursuant to this chapter or by an employee of that person.
6. The sale or installation of any finished product, material or article of merchandise which is not fabricated into and does not become a permanent fixed part of the structure.
7. The construction, alteration, improvement or repair of personal property.
8. The construction, alteration, improvement or repair financed in whole or in part by the Federal Government and conducted within the limits and boundaries of a site or reservation, the title of which rests in the Federal Government.
9. An owner of property, the primary use of which is as an agricultural or farming enterprise, building or improving a structure on the property for his or her use or occupancy and not intended for sale or lease.
10. Construction oversight services provided to a long-term recovery group by a qualified person within a particular geographic area that is described in a proclamation of a state of emergency or declaration of disaster by the State or Federal Government, including, without limitation, pursuant to NRS 414.070 . A long-term recovery group may reimburse such reasonable expenses as the qualified person incurs in providing construction oversight services to that group. Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, nothing in this subsection authorizes a person who is not a licensed contractor to perform the acts described in paragraphs (a) and (b) of subsection 1 of NRS 624.700 . As used in this subsection:
“Construction oversight services” means the coordination and oversight of labor by volunteers.
“Long-term recovery group” means a formal group of volunteers coordinating response and recovery efforts related to a state of emergency or disaster that is proclaimed or declared by the State or Federal Government.
“Qualified person” means a person who possesses the abilities, education, experience, knowledge, skills and training that a long-term recovery group has identified as being necessary to provide construction oversight services for a project to be performed by that group.
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4. Do I have to reside in Nevada to get and keep a contractor’s license? No. Top
5. Does Nevada recognize contractors’ licenses issued by other states or countries? No. However, Nevada has limited reciprocal agreements with the states of Arizona, California, and Utah. This agreement applies to the trade examination only. This act of reciprocity does not include any of the plumbing, electrical, or fire protection trades. Technical exams will be required for those classifications deemed to fall within these trades. To be considered for reciprocity, the following is required:
The trade qualifier must have held a license, which has been active and in good standing, in one of the participating states for at least five (5) out of the last seven (7) years.
The trade qualifier must have taken and passed an equivalent examination in that state.
Proof of compliance with the above stated requirements must be submitted with the application.
Applicants must still qualify by taking and passing the Business and Law Examination. Top
6. What happens if I contract without a license?
Unlicensed contracting is a crime in Nevada. The first offense is a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not more than $1,000, and may be further punished by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 6 months.
The second offense is a gross misdemeanor and subject to a fine of not less than $2,000 nor more than $4,000, and may be further punished by imprisonment in the county jail for not more than 1 year.
The third or subsequent offense is a category E felony and subject to a fine of not less than $5,000 not more than $10,000 and may be further punished by imprisonment in the state prison for not less than 1 year and not more than 4 years.
Experience Requirements of General contractors and contractors in Las Vegas (also in Nevada)
You must have at least four years of experience to qualify. Credit for experience is given only for experience at a journeyman level or as a foreman, supervising employee or contractor. These are defined as follows:
A journeyman is a person who has completed an apprenticeship program or is an experienced worker, not a trainee, and is fully qualified and able to perform the trade without supervision.
A foreman or supervisor is a person who has the knowledge and skill of a journeyman and directly supervises physical construction.
A contractor is a person who manages the daily activities of a construction business, including field supervision.
You are required to submit with the application, a minimum of four (4) notarized Reference Certificates (certificates) for each trade qualifier. The references must be completed by a person whom has first hand knowledge of your experience- that is, he or she must have observed the work you have done. Employers, other than the applying company, a supervisor, other journeyman, contractor, union representative, building inspector, architect or engineer should complete the certificates. If you are a self-employed contractor, customers for whom the work was performed can complete the references. Relatives cannot complete the certificates, unless that relative was your employer. References that are not complete or not specific regarding the actual work performed will not be accepted. Any reference determined to be false or misleading may be considered misrepresentation of a material fact, in violation of NRS 624.3013(2). The required reference certificates are on pages 19 – 22.
In addition to the references, a detailed resume’ of your experience must also be provided. Include name, current address, phone number and dates of employment for each employer. Describe in detail the work performed. Specify type(s) of construction projects, trades(s), craft(s), tasks and duties performed. If self-employment is being relied upon to establish any portion of the experience requirement, include on the Resume of Experience form customers for whom you worked, including their complete mailing address and phone number. The Resume of Experience form can be found on page 23 of the application.
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8. Are there education requirements for a license and may I substitute any education, technical training, or apprenticeship training for the required experience?
No. You do not have to meet any education requirements in order to qualify for a contractor’s license.
Training received in a program offered at an accredited college or university or an equivalent program accepted by the Board may be used to satisfy not more than 3 years of experience. You must provide written documentation of any training or education claimed in place of experience. Acceptable documentation includes copies of apprenticeship certificates and college transcripts.
(Please NOTE: The Nevada State Contractors Board is not affiliated with any of the license contractor examination schools and cannot make referrals or recommendations regarding them.)
Applying for a General contractor and contractors License in Las Vegas
You must complete the following steps:
Obtain an Application for a Contractor’s License from any office of the Nevada State Contractors Board or by telephone from the Nevada State Contractors Board’s 24-hour automated public information line at (775) 688-1141 or (702) 486-1100, or via the Nevada State Contractors Board Web site, www.nscb.state.nv.us;
Take the time to read and follow carefully the instructions included in the application. All reference certificates, detailed resume of experience, financial statement and background disclosures must be submitted with the application;
Complete the application and all accompanying forms in ink or with a typewriter. The form available on our website may be completed on-line and then printed. Make sure you sign and date the application; and
Proofread your application for any omissions. If the Board has to return the application to you or needs to request missing information, your license will be delayed.
Submit the application, the application processing fee ($300), and all required documents to either office the Nevada State Contractors Board:
Do not submit a bond or the initial license fee with your application. Upon successful completion of your examination and/or approval of your application, you will be instructed to submit the required documents and initial license fee. You must submit ALL required documents together to avoid delays—your license will not be issued until all requirements have been met.
After approval of your application, you will be required to:
Submit an biennial license fee of $600.00 for each application; and
Submit the required license bond in the amount indicated on your approval letter; and
Submit proof of compliance with Industrial Insurance (Workers’ Compensation Insurance) or an exemption affidavit if you are not required to obtain it. note : If the license is qualified by an Employee, the qualifier is an employee and Workers’ Compensation Insurance is required; and
Prior to issuance of a license, each applicant must either register with the Residential Recovery Fund and pay the assessed Residential Recovery Fund Fee or complete a certificate of exemption.
Exemption affidavits will be provided to you with your approval letter.
The Nevada State Contractors Board will send you a letter requesting any information that may be needed to complete the processing of your application and/or an Examination Eligibility Letter and Candidate Information Bulletin if an exam is required. The Examination Eligibility Letter contains the Qualifier’s Candidate ID Number, which is required for him or her to schedule the exam(s).
Because there are many factors that affect the time it takes to process an application, processing times continually change. Your assigned License Analyst can provide more information regarding the processing time.
A Contingent Approval of Application letter will be sent after approval of your application. The license will not be issued until all licensing requirements have been met as indicated in the approval letter
If your application is accepted and it is incomplete, you must make the corrections within 60 days from the date of your deficiency notice. If you do not, the application will be withdrawn.
If your application is denied, you have 60 days to request a hearing before the Board. A hearing will be held within 90 days from receipt of your request.
No. The fee is for processing the application, whether or not the application is approved. Since each application is filed for processing as soon as it arrives at the Nevada State Contractors Board, the fee cannot be refunded
Contractors and General Contractors Licensing Examinations in Las Vegas (Nevada as well)
The qualifying individual for a contractor’s license is required to pass the written Business and Law (Construction Management Survey exam) and trade examinations unless he or she meets the requirements for a waiver. The Nevada State Contractors Board has contracted with PSI Licensure (PSI) to administer the exams.
The Board may waive the examination requirement if the qualifying individual meets one of the following conditions:
If, within the last five (5) years, you have served as a qualified individual on a license in the State of Nevada in the same classification for which you have applied, or
You meet the reciprocity agreement with California, Utah or Arizona. To be
considered for reciprocity, the following is required:
The trade qualifier must have held a license, which has been active and in good standing, in one of the participating states for at least five (5) out of the last seven (7) years, and
The trade qualifier must have taken and passed an equivalent examination in that state, and
Proof of compliance with the above stated requirements must be submitted with the application. The reciprocity agreement applies to the trade examination only. This act of reciprocity does not include any of the plumbing, electrical, or fire protection trades. Technical exams will be required for those classifications deemed to fall within these trades.
You are not required to document your experience if you meet the above circumstances for waiver of the exam. However, if you are reapplying for the same classification previously held in Nevada and time has lapsed since you were last qualified in Nevada, you must provide an updated Resume of Experience reflecting employment since you were last licensed.
You may call either office of the Board to inquire if an exam is required. Otherwise, the Nevada State Contractors Board will send you an Examination Eligibility Letter and Candidate Information Bulletin if you are required to take an exam.
After your experience has been verified, a Candidate Information Bulletin, which includes your examination registration form, and an Examination Eligibility Letter, which includes your Candidate ID number, will be mailed to the address listed on the application, if an exam is required.
If the references & resume of experience provided are not sufficient to support the required experience, additional documentation may be requested before you can be approved to take the exam(s).
PLEASE NOTE : Some applications are sent for formal investigation. Each application must be accepted AND approved in order for the license to be issued, even if the qualifier has passed the exam.
There are three (3) testing centers located in the State of Nevada to choose from. The examination sites are located:
LAS VEGAS
3210 East Tropicana Avenue
Las Vegas, Nevada 89121
RENO
Airport Plaza Office Building 1755 E Plumb Lane Ste 108
Reno, Nevada 89502
ELKO
225 Silver Street Ste 102
Elko, Nevada 89801
There are two parts to the examination process: all qualifying individuals must pass the standard Business and Law examination; in addition, qualifying individuals must pass a trade exam covering the specific trade for which they are applying. note: Not all classifications require a trade exam.
The Business and Law examination consists of multiple choice questions related to business management and construction law. Applicants can find information on the breakdown of the topics covered in the examination in the Candidate Information Bulletin that will be sent to you along with your Examination Eligibility Letter.
The Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada is the basic study reference. The book may be ordered online at www.psionlinestore.com or by mailing in the order form at the end of the Candidate Information Bulletin, or call the PSI Online store toll-free at (866) 589-3088 and ask for the” Construction Business and Law Manual for Nevada.”
A Candidate Information Bulletin will be sent to you with your Examination Eligibility Letter. This bulletin (also available from the Web site) lists the topic areas covered by the examination, shows how each area is weighted, and recommends resource materials to study.
All trade examinations consist of multiple-choice questions. The Candidate Information Bulletin includes the percentage of correct answers needed to pass each examination
You must provide 2 forms of identification. One must be a VALID form of government issued identification (driver’s license, state ID, passport, military ID), which bears your signature and has your photograph or a complete physical description. The second ID must have your signature and preprinted legal name. All identification provided must match the name on the Examination Registration Form.
If you cannot provide the required identification, you must call (800) 733-9267 at least 3 weeks prior to your scheduled appointment to arrange a way to meet this security requirement. Failure to provide all of the required identification at the time of the examination without notifying PSI is considered a missed appointment, and you will not be able to take the examination.
After you sign-in and present the required identification, the proctor will issue you the following examination materials:
Scratch paper
Figure booklet(s)
Set of plans
Each exam has different time limits. Please refer to your Candidate information Bulletin for the length of time allowed for your particular exam.
Taking the PSI examination by computer is simple. You do not need any computer experience or typing skills. You will use fewer keys than you use on a touch-tone telephone. All response keys are colored and have prominent characters. Before you start your examination, an introductory tutorial to the computer and keyboard is provided on the computer screen. The time you spend on this tutorial, up to 15 minutes, DOES NOT count as part of your examination time. Sample questions are included as part of the tutorial so that you may practice using the keys, answering questions, and reviewing your answers.
The following summary describes the score reporting process:
On screen – your score will appear immediately on the computer screen. This will happen automatically at the end of the time allowed for the examination; if you are using review features, you will be able to obtain your score immediately when you indicate that you have finished and would like to see your results.
- If you pass, you will immediately receive a successful notification and performance summary on the screen.
- If you do not pass, you will immediately receive an unsuccessful notification on the screen along with a diagnostic report indicating your strengths and weaknesses by examination type. Registration forms for submittal to PSI to retake the examination will be available at the examination site.
On paper – an official score report will be printed at the examination site.
You will not be able to take the examination as scheduled, and you will forfeit your examination fee, if you:
Do not cancel your appointment 2 days before the schedule examination date;
Do not appear for your examination appointment;
Arrive after examination start time;
Do not present proper identification when you arrive for the examination. You have three (3) attempts to pass each exam. A candidate who tests unsuccessfully must wait 2 weeks before retaking the examination. If you fail the third examination, the application becomes void. The applicant may apply again with a new application and fee 30 days or more after the date of the last examination.
No. Test questions and answers are not available for review. You may file a written protest or critique of any examination question(s) after you have completed your examination and before you turn in your examination materials to the proctor.
Yes. In accordance with NR 624.730 (2): Any person who, without the authorization of the Board, provides any portion of an examination of the Board to another person, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Applicants with disabilities or those who would otherwise have difficulty taking the examination should request for alternative arrangements with PSI. Requests for any special accommodations should be made in writing, describing the specific accommodations that will be needed, and must include supporting documentation on official letterhead from a licensed professional. All examination centers are equipped to provide access in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and every reasonable accommodation will be made in meeting a candidate’s needs