South Carolina Unlimited Exam Prep Courses & Reference Materials

Prepare for the South Carolina Unlimited Exam with Our Courses

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Overview & Benefits

The right resources and exam prep services

Contractor Training Center offers everything you need to prepare for the South Carolina Unlimited Building Contractor exam, also referred to nationally as the NASCLA Commercial Builder Exam.

What's on the Exam?

What's on the South Carolina Unlimited Builder Exam?

# of Questions Minimum Passing Score Time Allowed
115 81 (70%) 330 minutes
Subject Area # of Questions
General Requirements 25
Site Construction 15
Concrete 6
Masonry 4
Metals 6
Wood 5
Thermal and Moisture Protection 5
Doors, Windows, and Glazing 4
Finishes 5
Mechanical and Plumbing Systems 6
Electrical Systems 3
Procurement and Contracting Requirements    31

You can also refer to the PSI Candidate Information Bulletin here for more information on testing policies.

Exam Preparation

Preparing for the NASCLA Examination for Commercial Building Contractors

NASCLA Commercial Builder Exam Prep Course

The National NASCLA Commercial Builder Exam is a standardized exam used to assess the contractor license candidate's knowledge and understanding of various aspects of commercial building construction, ensuring they are qualified to manage projects effectively and safely.

The NASCLA Commercial Builder Exam covers a wide array of subjects related to commercial building, including: 

  • Site Construction 
  • Concrete 
  • Masonry 
  • Metals 
  • Wood 
  • Thermal and Moisture Protection 
  • Doors, Windows, and Glazing 
  • Finishes 
  • Mechanical and Plumbing Systems

To pass the exam, you must achieve a score of 70% or higher. Effective preparation involves a thorough review of all study materials and reference books. Exam prep courses like the packages available through Contractor Training Center can explain exactly what you need to know to pass your exam the first time. 

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License Requirements

Steps to Obtaining your South Carolina Unlimited Builder License

All South Carolina contractor license applicants are required to meet other state licensing regulations in order to obtain a license in South Carolina.

These requirements include taking the State Business Law Exam and submitting a State Board Contractor License Application. We offer exam prep courses and materials for the business law exam as well as License Application Fulfillment Services.

You can learn more about the South Carolina Business Law Exam here.