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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: NV Landscape Contractor Exam

60

Exam Questions

PSI

70%

Passing Score

42 of 60 questions

2 hrs

Exam Duration

PSI

$95

Trade Exam Fee

PSI

4 yrs

Experience Required

Within past 10 years

C-10

License Classification

NSCB

About the NV Landscape Contractor Exam

The Nevada C-10 Landscape Contractor exam tests knowledge of NRS Chapter 624 regulations, surety bonding, irrigation design, hardscape construction, xeriscaping, grading and drainage, plant materials for desert climates, OSHA safety, and business management practices.

Questions

60 scored questions

Time Limit

2 hours

Passing Score

70% (42 of 60 questions)

Exam Fee

$95 (trade exam); $140 (trade + management survey) (Nevada State Contractors Board / PSI)

NV Landscape Contractor Exam Content Outline

25%

State Laws & Regulations

NRS 624, licensing requirements, bonds, insurance, and disciplinary actions

25%

Trade Knowledge - Irrigation & Plant Materials

Irrigation design, xeriscaping, desert plant selection, and soil amendments

20%

Trade Knowledge - Hardscape & Grading

Paver installation, retaining walls, concrete work, grading, and drainage

15%

Safety Regulations

OSHA requirements, heat illness prevention, trenching safety, and PPE

15%

Business & Contract Management

Estimating, contracts, change orders, lien laws, and business operations

How to Pass the NV Landscape Contractor Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70% (42 of 60 questions)
  • Exam length: 60 questions
  • Time limit: 2 hours
  • Exam fee: $95 (trade exam); $140 (trade + management survey)

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

NV Landscape Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus on NRS Chapter 624 requirements including bond amounts, experience qualifications, and disciplinary provisions
2Study Nevada-specific topics: xeriscaping, caliche soil management, SNWA Water Smart program, and desert irrigation design
3Learn irrigation system design fundamentals including pressure testing, backflow prevention, and ET-based scheduling
4Review OSHA safety standards for trenching (5-foot threshold), heat illness prevention, and silica dust exposure
5Practice material quantity calculations: cubic yards, coverage rates, and waste factor percentages

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Nevada C-10 landscape contractor exam?

The C-10 exam is a 60-question, closed-book trade exam administered by PSI for the Nevada State Contractors Board. It covers landscape construction knowledge including irrigation, hardscape, grading, plant materials, and Nevada-specific regulations under NRS 624.

What are the experience requirements for the Nevada C-10 license?

You need a minimum of 4 years of experience within the past 10 years as a journeyman, foreman, supervising employee, or contractor in landscape construction.

How many attempts do I get to pass the exam?

Nevada allows 3 attempts to pass the C-10 exam. If you fail on the third attempt, your application is voided and you must wait 30 days before reapplying.

What other exam must I pass besides the C-10 trade exam?

You must also pass the Contractor Management Survey Exam (Business and Law Exam). The combined fee for both exams is $140 through PSI.

What bond is required for a Nevada C-10 license?

Bond amounts range from $1,000 to $500,000 based on your financial responsibility and the scope of your operations, as set by the Nevada State Contractors Board under NRS 624.270.