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New Mexico

GB-2 Residential Building Licensing, Education & Exam Prep

The GB-2 Residential Building License exam must be passed in addition to the Business Law exams. We have the books, courses, and professionals ready to help you pass. All our training is offered in an online self-paced format. Our exam prep is not only designed to help you pass your test the first time, but is also designed to teach you valuable knowledge for your career. The courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your New Mexico Contractor's License.

  • $279
    GB-2 Residential
    Exam Prep
  • $1059 $969
    Prep, Books, Tabs
    Bundle
Individual taking the GB-2 Residential Building exam prep for New Mexico online with RocketCert
Scope of work

What type of work can be done with this license?

Licensed GB-2 Residential Builder in New Mexico
  • GB-2 Residential Building License

    Licensees are able to erect, alter, repair, or demolish homes, residences and apartment houses accommodating not in excess of four family units, Groups R-1 and R-3, as those groups are defined in 14.7.3 NMAC. May also bid and contract for items included in Group U when incidental to these structures. Includes all work described by GS specialty classifications, provided work is limited to residential construction

Requirements & steps

What are the requirements to getting a license?

New Mexico GB-2 Residential Building RequirementsGB-2 Residential Building Requirements

  • Obtain 2 years/4,000 hours of Experience
  • Pass New Mexico Business and Law Exam and GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Exam Part 1 with at least 75% score
  • Become an approved Qualifying Party
  • Submit signed and complete application

How do I obtain a license?

To apply for your license, contact the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department at 505-476-4500 or visit the New Mexico board of licensing contractors website to submit online.

New Mexico does not require continuing education for this license. New Mexico has reciprocity agreements for Journeyman licenses with Alaska, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming.

With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.


RocketCert customer studying to pass their State exam through the RocketCert website or on the mobile app.
PURCHASE EXAM PREP, BOOKS, & STUDY!

Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.

PASS THE STATE EXAM

After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam(s) (see below). Contact PSI at 855-807-3994 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities.

APPLY FOR YOUR LICENSE

After completing all the steps above, it will be time to apply through New Mexico board of licensing contractors. Have questions or concerns with this process (or just a lack of time)? Learn more about how we can assist with our Application Processing Program.

Exam

Which exam do I need to take?

To schedule your Residential Contractor exam, visit psiexams.com or call 855-807-3994.

New Mexico Contractors must pass two examinations: GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Exam and Trade exam.

 Residential Contractor Exam BC-A Exam details GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Exam Part 1

  • Number of questions: 80
  • Passing Score: 75% correct
  • Time allowed: 225 minutes
  • OPEN BOOK
  • Topics include: Sitework, Footings, and Foundations; Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement; Masonry; Carpentry; Roofing; Associated Trades; General Code, Plan Reading, and Estimating; OSHA Safety.
  • Exam details Business Law Exam (More Information)

    • Number of questions: 50
    • Passing Score: 75% correct
    • Time allowed: 130 minutes
    • OPEN BOOK
  • Topics include: Licensing Requirements; Estimating and Bidding; Business Organization and Financial Management; Tax Laws; Labor Laws; Project Management and Lien Law; Contracts; Risk Management; Environmental and Safety.
  • Online Exam Prep & Books

    How do I pass the exam?

    The New Mexico exams are open book. The references below are permitted to be tabbed, highlighted, and used during your test! Unfortunately, our online course is NOT permitted to be accessed during the State exam.

    The exam prep includes math and accounting, plan reading, highlighting guides covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each reference, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".

    Online Exam Prep Includes:

    • Math & Plans Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day.
    • Highlighting Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
    • Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
    • Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
    • Guide to Tabbing - This section includes tabbing books and other test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.


    GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Online Exam Prep

    Included in the bundle

    Lifetime Online Access to:

    • GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Online Exam Prep

    Our Online Exam Prep features:

    Ideal for students who already own all references


    $279

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    New Mexico GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Bundle

    Includes the following courses:

    • GB-2 Residential Building Contractor Online Exam Prep

    Plus the following:

    • All the books to use during the exam
    • Permanent/Pre-Printed Tabs
    • Free Shipping!
    • Instructor Support
    • No Pass No Pay Policy
    • Lifetime Access from nearly any device

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    Print for Your Exam:
    New Mexico Residential Building Code (NMAC 14.7.3), 2015
    Free / Online

    Pre-printed or blank tabs are also available.

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