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Key Facts: FL Window/Door Exam

70%

Passing score

DBPR

Scored questions

DBPR At a Glance

2.5 hrs

Time allowed

DBPR At a Glance

$135

Registration fee

Professional Testing, Inc.

4 yrs

Experience req

CILB

Covers introduction, tools, plans and specs, installation techniques, hurricane protection, repair and service, customer service, and health and safety with AAMA 2400/2410, FBC, ASTM E1886/E1996, Miami-Dade NOA, NFRC, egress, and OSHA content. This is an English-language multiple-choice study adaptation built from the official CILB Window and Door Installation content outline; it is not an official simulation and does not reproduce CILB's item bank or substitute for the open-book examination.

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1Under Florida CILB rules, which of the following best describes the scope of work for a Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor?

A.Install, replace, adjust, repair, and service exterior windows, doors, hurricane protection devices, shutters, and related hardware per accepted engineering data and manufacturers' specs

B.Fabricate custom window and door units from raw aluminum extrusions and glass stock

C.Perform structural framing alterations to enlarge or relocate rough openings in load-bearing walls

D.Install interior non-load-bearing partition doors and closet shelving hardware

Explanation: The CILB scope for this specialty classification covers installation, replacement, adjustment, repair, and service of exterior windows, doors, hurricane protection devices, shutters, and associated hardware in accordance with accepted engineering data and manufacturers' specifications. Work that affects structural changes is excluded, except the replacement of window bucks in retrofit.

2In Florida, what is the key difference between a certified contractor and a registered contractor?

A.A certified contractor has passed the state CILB examination and may contract statewide; a registered contractor registers with a local jurisdiction and may only contract in that jurisdiction

B.A certified contractor only works in Miami-Dade County; a registered contractor works in all other counties

C.A certified contractor must hold a four-year degree; a registered contractor must hold a two-year degree

D.A certified contractor carries unlimited liability; a registered contractor is exempt from insurance requirements

Explanation: Florida law distinguishes certified contractors, who pass the state CILB examination and are authorized to contract anywhere in the state, from registered contractors, who register with a specific local jurisdiction and may only contract within that jurisdiction. Certification provides statewide mobility; registration is limited to the registering locality.

3Which Florida entity is responsible for adopting rules governing the construction industry and administering discipline against contractor licenses?

A.The Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)

B.The Florida Building Commission, under the Department of Management Services

C.Local county building departments acting independently of state oversight

D.The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Explanation: Chapter 489, Florida Statutes, gives DBPR authority over construction contractors and establishes the CILB to adopt rules (Chapter 61G4, Florida Administrative Code) governing certification, examinations, and discipline. DBPR is the department; CILB is the board that administers the construction industry provisions.

4A candidate applies to sit for the Florida Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor examination. Which experience combination generally meets the CILB requirement?

A.Four years of trade experience, including at least one year as a foreman, or a qualifying combination of education and experience

B.Two years of trade experience with no foreman requirement

C.Ten years of trade experience, all of which must be as a foreman

D.A four-year construction-related degree with no field experience requirement

Explanation: CILB generally requires four years of trade experience, including at least one year as a foreman, or a qualifying combination of education and experience. Confirm current requirements with DBPR, as the board evaluates experience on a case-by-case basis and may credit related education.

5Certified Florida construction contractors must complete how many hours of board-approved continuing education, and by what deadline?

A.14 hours every two years, by August 31st of an even-numbered year

B.8 hours every year, by December 31st

C.24 hours every three years, by the license renewal date

D.No continuing education is required for certified contractors

Explanation: Certified contractors in Florida must complete 14 hours of board-approved continuing education every two years, due by August 31st of an even-numbered year. Registered contractors renew in odd-numbered years by August 31st. Course topics must include advanced building code, workplace safety, business practices, and workers' compensation.

6Under CILB rules, which of the following actions by a window and door contractor is most likely to result in disciplinary action against the license?

A.Abandoning a contracted window installation project without justification and failing to return customer funds

B.Using a different brand of sealant than specified, but with equal or better performance and documented approval

C.Subcontracting the flashing work to another licensed Florida contractor while remaining responsible for the project

D.Scheduling a window delivery after a one-day weather delay with advance notice to the owner

Explanation: Abandoning a project and failing to return customer funds is a violation of Chapter 489 and CILB rules, grounds for discipline including fines, suspension, or revocation. The other options describe legitimate, documented substitutions, lawful subcontracting while retaining responsibility, and reasonable schedule changes with notice.

7Which statement correctly identifies the qualifying agent's responsibility for a window and door installation company?

A.The qualifying agent is responsible for supervision of all construction operations and code compliance for work performed under the license

B.The qualifying agent only signs the initial application and has no ongoing responsibility for the company's work

C.The qualifying agent must personally install every window but is not responsible for subcontractor work

D.The qualifying agent's role ends once the business is registered with the state

Explanation: A qualifying agent is responsible for supervising construction operations, ensuring code compliance, and overseeing all work performed under the license. The role is ongoing and applies to projects the company undertakes, not just the initial application. The qualifier must be actively involved in the business.

8When checking a rough opening before window installation, which instrument is used to verify the vertical plane is true?

A.A level (or plumb bob) to check that vertical members are plumb

B.A tape measure to check diagonal equality

C.A framing square to check corner squareness only

D.A string line pulled across the wall face

Explanation: A level (traditionally a spirit level, or a plumb bob for tall openings) verifies that vertical members of the rough opening are plumb, meaning truly vertical. A tape measure across diagonals checks square; a framing square checks corner squareness; both are needed but neither verifies plumb.

9Which sealant chemistry is generally best suited for a non-porous, weather-exposed joint between an aluminum window frame and a stucco wall in Florida?

A.A neutral-cure silicone sealant rated for weather exposure and compatible with both substrates

B.A latex painter's caulk for interior trim work

C.An acidic acetoxy silicone on natural stone surfaces

D.A water-based vinyl spackle compound

Explanation: Neutral-cure silicone is widely used for weather-exposed exterior joints because it offers strong UV resistance, flexibility over a wide temperature range, and adhesion to aluminum and masonry without corroding substrates. Latex caulk is interior-grade and not durable outdoors; acetoxy silicones can stain some stone; spackle is not a sealant.

10What is the primary purpose of a backer rod installed in a sealant joint before applying sealant?

A.To control sealant depth and provide a bond-breaker so the sealant adheres only to the two side substrates

B.To add structural support so the joint can carry load between the window frame and rough opening

C.To seal the joint completely on its own without any sealant

D.To provide a decorative finished appearance at the interior trim

Explanation: A backer rod (typically closed-cell or hybrid foam) is installed in a joint to control sealant depth and act as a bond-breaker, ensuring the sealant adheres to the two opposing substrates only, forming a flexible hourglass profile. It is not structural, is not a substitute for sealant, and is not visible at the finish.

About the FL Window/Door Exam

Florida's Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor trade exam tests the full installation workflow: introduction and licensure, tools, equipment, and materials, understanding construction plans and manufacturers' specifications, installation techniques including rough opening preparation, flashing sequence, shimming, fastening, and sealing, hurricane protection devices and shutters, repair and service of installed products, customer service and communication, and health and safety. The exam emphasizes AAMA 2400/2410 installation practices, ASTM E2112, the Florida Building Code (Chapter 14 exterior walls, Chapter 17 structural tests, R310 egress), ASTM E1886/E1996 windborne debris impact, Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval for HVHZ and WBDR openings, NFRC energy compliance, safety glazing in hazardous locations, and OSHA 29 CFR 1926 jobsite safety.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

2.5 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

$135 registration + $40 trade exam administration (Florida DBPR Bureau of Education and Testing; administered by Professional Testing, Inc. and Pearson VUE)

FL Window/Door Exam Content Outline

Introduction to Window and Door Installation

Certification, standards, licensure, contractor responsibilities, legal considerations, and the scope of work associated with the window and door installation specialty classification.

14.5%

Tools, Equipment, and Materials

Commonly used hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, access equipment, fasteners, sealants, flashing materials, shims, anchors, glazing-related materials, and other products used during installation and service work.

18%

Understanding Construction Plans, Specs, and Manufacturers' Specs

Reading and interpreting contract documents, drawings, window and hardware schedules, CSI MasterFormat Division 08 specifications, manufacturer installation instructions, submittals, RFIs, material takeoffs, and code references including FBC Chapter 14, Chapter 17, and R310.

22%

Installation Techniques

Rough opening preparation (plumb, level, square), flashing sequence per AAMA 2400 (sill, jamb, head), sill pan and end dams, shimming at fastener locations, fastener schedules for flanged and retrofit units, sealant and backer rod, low-expansion foam insulation, AAMA 2410 retrofit with flush fin, weep holes, dissimilar metal isolation, and sealing sequence.

14.5%

Hurricane Protection Devices and Shutters

HVHZ (Miami-Dade and Broward), Wind-Borne Debris Region, Miami-Dade Notice of Acceptance (NOA) and Florida Product Approval, ASTM E1886 test method and ASTM E1996 specification, large and small missile levels, impact-rated laminated glazing, accordion and roll-down shutters, storm panels, and temporary egress compliance during storm threats.

11%

Repair and Service

Leak diagnosis at flashing and sealant, air infiltration and weatherstripping, sash and hardware replacement and adjustment, sliding door roller and keeper adjustment, sealant failure reseal, condensation versus leak distinction, weep hole cleaning, frame adjustment, safety glazing replacement in hazardous locations, and service record documentation.

Customer Service and Communication

Professional homeowner communication, clear explanation of options, costs, and warranties in writing, written change orders for scope additions, and maintaining accurate service and contract documentation.

Health and Safety

Personal protective equipment (ANSI Z87 eye protection, cut-resistant gloves, hearing protection), ladder safety (4:1 ratio, footing), scaffolds and lifts, OSHA 29 CFR 1926 fall protection at 6 feet, power tool inspection and guards, manual material handling of glass, jobsite housekeeping, and disposal of construction debris.

How to Pass the FL Window/Door Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 70%
Exam length: 50 questions
Time limit: 2.5 hours
Exam fee: $135 registration + $40 trade exam administration

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FL Window/Door Study Tips from Top Performers

1Tab and highlight AAMA 2400 and AAMA 2410 so you can quickly find the flashing sequence, sill/jamb/head flashing overlaps, fastener schedules, and corner sealing provisions under time pressure.

2Practice basic math: rough opening size (unit + clearance), shim gap, window area, sealant linear feet around the perimeter, fastener count at a given spacing, egress net clear opening area (5.7 sq ft), and glazing percentage of floor area.

3Learn the Florida Building Code egress requirements cold: 5.7 sq ft minimum net clear opening (5.0 sq ft for grade floor), 24 in minimum height, 20 in minimum width, 44 in maximum sill height, and the temporary storm panel allowance during a storm threat.

4Master hurricane protection: know the difference between HVHZ (Miami-Dade/Broward) and WBDR, the role of the Miami-Dade NOA and Florida Product Approval, ASTM E1886 (test method) versus ASTM E1996 (specification), and the large missile (9 lb 2x4 at 50 ft/s) versus small missile (2 g steel ball at 130 ft/s) levels.

5Simulate the 2.5-hour pace: roughly 3 minutes per question, and use the on-screen clock; time management is the most common reason candidates do not pass.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these the real CILB exam questions?

No. These are independently written study questions built from the official CILB Window and Door Installation content outline. They are an English-language MCQ study aid and do not reproduce CILB's item bank or substitute for the official open-book examination.

What is the format of the exam?

50 scored multiple-choice questions, 2.5 hours, open-book, computer-based at Pearson VUE centers, administered through Professional Testing, Inc. Passing score 70%.

Is the exam open-book?

Yes. Candidates may bring only the approved references listed on the DBPR Construction Examinations Reference Lists (effective July 1, 2026 for the 2025 Florida Contractors Manual). Handwritten or typewritten notes are not allowed; moveable Post-it tabs are not allowed.

What experience is required?

Generally 4 years of trade experience including at least 1 year as a foreman, or a qualifying combination of education and experience; confirm with DBPR.

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