Books Required For Virginia Contractor’s License

What Books Are Required For The Virginia Contractor’s License Exam? List of All Books Required For AVAC’s Virginia Contractor Courses & Exam Preps: The Following Books Are Helpful for the 8 Hour Pre-License: ​Business Basics: Contractor Pre-License Education This book is not required for an exam, however it is utilized in our 8 Hour Pre-License […]

Am I Required To Have A Contractor’s License In The State of Virginia?

In the State of Virginia, a Contractor’s License is required by law for any work/job that exceeds a total of $1,000, be that in labor or materials. Who Is Required To Have A Contractor’s License In The State of Virginia? Whether you are in the Plumbing, HVAC, or Electrical, if you will be carrying out […]

How To Get A Virginia Contractor’s License

The first thing to know is: In Virginia, it’s THE LAW! The requirement for contractors to be licensed is written into the Code of Virginia.  Learn more about who is required to have a Virginia Contractor’s License, here! ​ That being said, we thought it may help you guys to have a Step-By-Step Guide on […]

Why does Net Worth matter when obtaining a Contractor’s License?

We are frequently asked, “Why does the Board need my company’s net worth?” It’s a great question. To review, a Class A contracting firm must have a minimum net worth of $45,000 and a Class B firm must have a minimum net worth of $15,000. There is no net worth requirement for Class C firms. […]

What are the requirements for a Class A Contractor License in Virginia?

In short, the following are requirements for obtaining your Class A Contractor License in Virginia: For a more detailed summary of the requirements, we look at the Code of Virginia: 18VAC50-22-60. Requirements for a Class A License. A. A firm applying for a Class A license shall meet all of the requirements of this section. […]

What are the requirements for a Class B Contractors License in Virginia?

In short, the following is required to obtain your Class B Contractor’s License in Virginia: For further detail, we look to the Code of Virginia: 18VAC50-22-50. Requirements for a Class B License. A. A firm applying for a Class B license must meet the requirements of this section. B. A firm shall name a designated […]

What are the requirements for a Class C Contractors License in Virginia?

In short, a Class C Contractors License in Virginia requires the following: For more detail on the Class C License requirements, we look at the Code of Virginia: 18VAC50-22-40. Requirements for a Class C License. Part II Entry A. A firm applying for a Class C license must meet the requirements of this section. B. […]

Choosing A Classification For Your Virginia Contractor’s License

When setting out to obtain a Virginia Contractor’s License, you will need to determine your “specialty” or license classification. The following are the definitions of the license classifications: “Commercial building contractors” (Abbr: CBC) means those individuals whose contracts include construction, remodeling, repair, improvement, removal, or demolition on real property owned, controlled, or leased by another […]

Forms You Will Need To Submit To Obtain A Virginia Contractor’s License

There are a number of forms you must complete & submit before obtaining your Virginia Contractor’s License, and some depend upon the Class you are applying for. Financial Statement Form or Surety Bond Form – Class A and Class B applicants will complete ONE of these forms to demonstrate the business’s financial stability. • If […]

Contractor Career: Getting The Right Insurance For Your Business

Insurance needs for your contractor business should be researched and evaluated based on your specific business. The best way to ensure that you are going to have adequate coverage at a reasonable rate is to contact at least three insurance brokers and get advice as to what coverage your business needs and rates for that […]