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Michigan

Residential Builder Licensing & Exam Prep

The state of Michigan requires applicants to complete 60 hours of pre-license courses before submitting an application. We have outlined those requirements in the information below. If you still have questions, feel free to reach out to one of our licensing specialists. All of our training is offered in an online self-paced format.

Our exam prep is designed to help you pass your test the first time, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. All of our courses are available from almost any device, any time. We hope that you will make RocketCert your home to help you obtain your Michigan Residential Builder License.

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Individual studying for the Michigan Limited/Unlimited Home Builder Exam online with RocketCert
Scope of work

What type of work can be done with this license?

Licensed Building Contractor Under Four Stories in Michigan
  • Residential Builders License

    Licensees may partake in the construction of residential structures or combination residential and commercial structures, or undertake the repair, alteration, addition, subtraction or improvement of a residential structure or combination residential and commercial structure for compensation other than wages for personal labor.

Requirements & steps

What are the requirements to getting a license?

Building Contractor Under Four Stories license RequirementsExperience & Education
  • Complete 60 hours of approved prelicensure courses.
  • At least 6 hours in each subject below:
    • Business Management, Estimating, and Job Costing
    • Design and Building Science
    • Contracts, Liability, and Risk Management
    • Marketing and Sales
    • Project Management and Scheduling
    • The Michigan Residential Code
    • MIOSHA Construction Safety Standards
  • The remaining 18 hours can come from other topics on the approved course list.
Building Contractor Under Four Stories license RequirementsLegal
  • Submit a completed, notarized application and applicable fee
  • Be of good moral character
Building Contractor Under Four Stories license RequirementsExaminations
  • Once all other requirements are met, applicants may apply to sit for the two-part exam:
    • Residential Builder
  • Pass the Business & Law Exam with 70% or greater

How do I obtain a license?

To apply for your residential builders license, contact the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs at 517-241-0199 or visit their website.

21 hours of continuing education is requried for renewal. Michigan has limited reciprocity arrangements, check with the board for the most up-to-date information.

With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. 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.
Complete the 60 Hour pre-licensing Course

The first step in obtaining your license is to complete the 60 hour pre-licensing course. At RocketCert, all of our training comes in an online, self-paced format. This gives you the ability to start and stop as needed and learn at your own pace.

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.

APPLY FOR YOUR LICENSE

Before applying to PSI to take your Residential Builder or Maintenance and Alteration Contractor (M&A) licensing examinations, you must first apply for licensure.

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 855-579-4635 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities. Pre-approval is required from the testing agency prior to scheduling the exam

WAIT FOR YOUR LICENSE

After completing all the steps above, PSI will notify the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. They will mail your Michigan Residential Builder License to you. 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 Commercial Contractor exam, visit psiexams.com or call 855-579-4635.

It’s the exam! Part 1: Business and Law

  • Total Questions: 50
  • Passing Score: 70% (116 total correct)
  • Time: 240 minutes (for both parts)
  • CLOSED BOOK

Topics include: Regulatory and Statutory Requirements; Types of Business Organization; Estimating; Contracts; Project Management and Administration; Accounting and Finance; Insurance, Bonds and Liens; Personnel

Exam details Part 2: Practice/Trade Section

  • Total Questions: 110
  • Passing Score: 70% (116 total correct)
  • Time: 240 minutes (for both parts)
  • CLOSED BOOK

Topics include: Site Engineering; Plans, Specifications and Estimating; Excavation/Sitework; Footings and Foundation Walls; Concrete; Carpentry; Masonry; Roofing; Insulation; Ventilation; Windows, Doors and Skylights; Siding Installation; Interior and Exterior Finishes; Specialties; Safety and Employee Protection Including MIOSHA

Exam Prep, & Books

How do I pass the exam?

The Michigan exams are closed book. The references below are recommended by the state to be studied in preparation for the exam.

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

Online Exam Prep Includes:

  • Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day.
  • Study 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.
  • Professional Test-Taking Tips - This section includes test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.

Pre-Licensing:

60 Hour Pre-Licensing Course (Online - Self Paced)

Books & References for the Trade Exam:


2015 Michigan Residential Code

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$149

ADD TO CART

Pipe and Excavation Contracting, Revised

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$49

ADD TO CART

Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Edition, 2016

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$79

ADD TO CART

Building Component Safety Information Book, BCSI Wood Trusses

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$29

ADD TO CART

Contractor's Guide to Quality Concrete Construction, 4th Edition

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$89

ADD TO CART

Modern Masonry

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$129

ADD TO CART

Roofing Construction & Estimating, Revised

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$49

ADD TO CART

Walkers Insulation Techniques and Estimating Handbook

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Building Trades Print Reading, 2000

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Construction Contracting: A Practical Guide to Company Management, 8th Edition

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$140

ADD TO CART

Builder's Guide to Accounting, Revised

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$49

ADD TO CART
Stille-Derossett-Hale Single State Construction Code, Act 230 of 1972
Free / Online
MIOSHA
Free / Online
MI Business Tax Frequently Asked Questions
Free / Online
Circular E. Employer's Tax Guide, 2007
Free / Online
Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act
Free / Online
Americans with Disabilities Act
Free / Online
EPA Publication: The Lead-Based Pain Pre-Renovation Education Rule
Free / Online
Home Solicitation Sales, Act 227 if 1971
Free / Online
Uniform Commercial Code
Free / Online
Employing Minors in Michigan
Free / Online
Michigan Workforce Opportunity Wage Act
Free / Online
Payment of Wages and Fringe Benefits
Free / Online
US Department of Justice, Handbook for Employers
Free / Online
Pre-printed or blank tabs are also available.

7-8 Book Tab Bundle

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$64

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Permanent Blank Tabs - 375 Pack

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$45

ADD TO CART
Books & References for the Business & Law Exam:

2015 Michigan Residential Code

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$149

ADD TO CART
MI Occupational Code, 1980 PA 299
Articles 1-6 and Article 24 Only
Free / Online
MI Administrative Code, Occupational Boards - Part 7 Disciplinary Proceedings
Free / Online
MI Administrative Code, Residential Builders and Maintenance and Alterations Contractors
Free / Online
Occupational License for Former Offenders
Free / Online
Construction Lien Act
Free / Online
Stille-Derossett-Hale Single State Construction Code, Act 230 of 1972
Free / Online
MIOSHA
Free / Online
Workers' Compensation Act of 1969
Free / Online
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