Florida General Contractor

Florida General Contractor

Many successful General contractors in Florida have received their exam prep from BTES. Our instructors consistently provide aspiring tradespeople the knowledge and test-taking methodology they need in order to attain this essential part of the licensing process – passing the exam without drama or stress. Our test-taking methods along with our comprehensive study guides are proven to help you pass the Florida General, Builder, and Residential contractors licensing exam the very first time. BTES students have over a 95% pass rate AND a No Pass – No Pay Guarantee.

WHAT MAKES BTES STUDENTS SO SUCCESSFUL?
By far, it’s the connection they make to the course material. We keep the class size low on purpose. With such a focused setting, you get personalized attention and an inclusive atmosphere which makes learning how to make taking this difficult test simple.

Here’s more of what you can expect after you register for the 5-day (3-days trade/2-days business) General, Builder & Residential Contractors Exam Prep course from BTES:

100% Trade Instruction – No mixing of unrelated trades such as plumbing, electrical or HVAC
Provides questions and answers that mirror prior exams so that you gain experience by practicing on realistic exam material
Thorough instruction that breaks down the subject material in a simple way
Learn simple ways to turn difficult math problems into easy to answer questions
Our toll-free hotline support is available for help or any additional questions
A “No Pass – No Pay” Guarantee

At BTES, our trade is your success. Go into your exam totally prepared and on target towards your goal!

For further information, or to register for a class call 1.800.832.2496, or use our contact form and we will get right back to you.

Required Reference Books

State Reference Books

A handful of the reference books below were removed from the State’s Required Reference list in 2020. They are now defined as “Suggested Study References”. You will still be tested on material from these textbooks, but these books may not be taken into the testing room for the exam.

These books include: Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book, Placing Reinforcing Bars, Design & Control of Concrete Mixtures, Principles & Practices of Commercial Construction, Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products (GA-216), and Builder’s Guide to Accounting. You will still need the Builder’s Guide to Accounting for your Business & Finance exam however.

Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book, 32nd Edition
Code of Federal Regulations, (OSHA) 29 Part 1926, January 2020
Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition
Placing Reinforcing Bars, 10th Edition
Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition, 2019
Application and Finishing of Gypsum Panel Products, GA-216, 2018 Edition
Energy Efficient Building Construction in Florida, 10th Edition/2020
Building Component Safety Information: “Installing and Bracing of Metal Connected Wood Trusses”, 2018
Florida Building Code: Building, 2020
Florida Building Code: Accessibility, 2020
Florida Building Code: Residential, 2020
Florida Building Code: Existing Building, 2020
Florida Building Code: Energy Conservation, 2020

Business & Finance

AIA 201: General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2017
AIA 401: Standard Form of Agreement between Contractor-Subcontractor, 2017
AIA 701: Instructions to Bidders, 2018
Builder’s Guide to Accounting, 2001
Florida Statutes Chapter 455, 2018 (beginning Feb. 1, 2020, the 2019 version will be the current Chapter 455)
Florida Contractor’s Manual, 2021

The examination reference book lists are complete and represent the current information for exams. As always, it is the student’s responsibility to obtain the latest reference list and to insure that the books that they have match the list. At BTES, we make every effort to be up-to-date and complete with our materials. But it is always a good idea to verify the accuracy of those materials.