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Key Facts: TN Landscape Contractor Exam
$25,000
License Threshold
TN Board for Licensing Contractors
73%
Passing Score
PSI / NASCLA
$57
Exam Fee
PSI Services
50
Exam Questions
PSI Services
Open Book
Exam Format
TN Board
1931
Board Established
TN Dept. of Commerce
About the TN Landscape Contractor Exam
The Tennessee landscape contractor license requires passing the Business and Law exam for the BC-29 specialty classification. This open-book exam covers Tennessee contractor law, financial requirements, surety bonds, insurance, mechanics' liens, OSHA safety, pesticide regulations, erosion and sediment control, and construction business management. A license is required for landscaping projects valued at $25,000 or more.
Questions
50 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
73% (37 of 50)
Exam Fee
$57 (Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors / PSI)
TN Landscape Contractor Exam Content Outline
State Laws & Licensing
TN Board for Licensing Contractors rules, BC-29 classification, $25,000 threshold, monetary limits, CPA financial statements, license renewal
Bonds, Insurance & Liens
Surety bonds ($500K/$1M), liability insurance, workers' compensation, mechanics' lien filing deadlines, Notice of Lien, Notice of Nonpayment
Safety & Environmental
OSHA excavation safety, PPE requirements, TDEC stormwater permits, SWPPP, erosion control BMPs, pesticide regulations (FIFRA)
Trade Knowledge
Grading and drainage, irrigation systems, plant materials and USDA zones, hardscape construction, retaining walls, paver installation
Business Management
Project estimating, contract types, change orders, scheduling, overhead vs. direct costs, profit margins, employment law
How to Pass the TN Landscape Contractor Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 73% (37 of 50)
- Exam length: 50 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: $57
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
What license classification do I need for landscaping in Tennessee?
Tennessee landscape contractors need the BC-29 specialty classification from the Board for Licensing Contractors. This classification is required for landscaping projects valued at $25,000 or more (materials and labor combined).
Is there a separate trade exam for Tennessee landscape contractors?
No. The BC-29 landscaping classification only requires the Business and Law exam. There is no separate trade exam for landscaping in Tennessee, unlike some other contractor classifications.
What is the passing score for the Tennessee contractor exam?
The Tennessee Business and Law exam requires a passing score of 73% (37 out of 50 questions correct). The exam is open-book, allowing use of the NASCLA Contractors Guide reference manual.
How much does the Tennessee contractor exam cost?
The PSI exam fee is $57 per attempt. You will also need the NASCLA Contractors Guide to Business, Law and Project Management manual, which costs approximately $70-100.
What financial requirements must I meet for a Tennessee landscape contractor license?
You must submit a CPA-prepared financial statement covering the most recent 12 months. Your monetary limit is based on this statement. Liability insurance equal to your monetary limit is required, plus a surety bond ($500,000 for limits up to $3M) if your financials don't fully support your desired limit.