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Key Facts: WV General Building Contractor Exam

80 Q

Official Exam Questions

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

70%

Passing Score

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

3 hr

Time Allowed

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

USD 59.95

Prov Exam Fee

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

Open Book

Book Policy

Prov WVCLB CIB 2026.05.07

West Virginia General Building Contractor Examination is the official Board/Prov open-book exam: 80 questions, 70%, 3 hours, USD 59.95 (bulletin dated 2026.05.07). Official delivery is English.

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1A commercial floor plan is drawn at 1/4 inch = 1 foot 0 inches. A demising wall measures 6-1/2 inches on the print. What is the actual wall length?
A.13 feet 0 inches
B.26 feet 0 inches
C.52 feet 0 inches
D.6 feet 6 inches
Explanation: At 1/4 inch = 1 foot, each inch on the drawing equals 4 feet. 6.5 × 4 = 26 feet. Confirm the graphic scale on the sheet before scaling; a 1/8-inch scale would give half that length.
2On a commercial drawing set, which view cuts the building vertically and shows floor-to-floor heights, slab thicknesses, and concealed structure?
A.A floor plan
B.A building elevation
C.A building or wall section
D.A reflected ceiling plan
Explanation: A section is a vertical cut through the building. It is the sheet used to take off story heights, deck and topping thickness, insulation, and wall assembly layers. Elevations show the exterior face only; plans are horizontal cuts.
3A door schedule lists 16 Type A leaves at 3 feet 0 inches by 7 feet 0 inches, 9 Type B leaves at 3 feet 6 inches by 7 feet 0 inches, and 4 Type C pairs (two leaves each) at 6 feet 0 inches by 7 feet 0 inches. How many individual door leaves are on the takeoff?
A.25 leaves
B.29 leaves
C.33 leaves
D.37 leaves
Explanation: Count leaves, not openings. 16 Type A + 9 Type B + (4 pairs × 2 leaves) = 16 + 9 + 8 = 33 leaves. Pair doors are two leaves in one opening and must be doubled for hardware, finish, and leaf fabrication.
4The structural drawings show a W16 beam but the architectural sections call a shallower depth that will not clear a duct. What is the contractor's first documented step?
A.Field-cut the beam flanges to match the architectural depth
B.Issue a request for information to the design team before fabricating or installing the member
C.Follow the architectural sheet because architecture governs all conflicts
D.Omit the beam and hang the joists from the deck
Explanation: Conflicts between disciplines are resolved in writing through an RFI, not by field redesign. The contractor flags the clash, cites both sheets, and waits for a designer directive or change document. Fabricating to the wrong depth creates a costly rework and a structural defect.
5Per 2018 IBC Table 1004.5, what occupant-load factor applies to a typical office (Group B business) floor area?
A.50 square feet per occupant, net
B.100 square feet per occupant, gross
C.150 square feet per occupant, gross
D.200 square feet per occupant, gross
Explanation: 2018 IBC Table 1004.5 lists business areas at 150 gross square feet per occupant. That factor was increased from 100 in the 2015 table. Concentrated business uses such as call centers are a separate 1004.8 case and are not the default office factor.
6A single-tenant office story contains 9,000 gross square feet of business area and no assembly rooms. Using 2018 IBC Table 1004.5, what is the design occupant load?
A.45 occupants
B.60 occupants
C.90 occupants
D.180 occupants
Explanation: Occupant load = floor area ÷ load factor. 9,000 ÷ 150 = 60 occupants. Round any remainder up. This load then drives exit count, stair and door capacity, and plumbing fixture counts.
7A nonsprinklered Group B story has 16,500 gross square feet of office plus a 450-square-foot conference room with tables and chairs. Using 2018 IBC Table 1004.5 and Section 1005.3.1, what is the calculated stairway egress capacity for the story, and what minimum stair width still applies if two stairs serve an occupant load greater than 50?
A.33 inches total calculated width; each stair may be 36 inches
B.42 inches total calculated width; each stair must still be at least 44 inches
C.70 inches total calculated width; each stair must be 48 inches
D.140 inches total calculated width; each stair must be 72 inches
Explanation: Office load is 16,500 ÷ 150 = 110. Conference load is 450 ÷ 15 (assembly, unconcentrated) = 30. Total occupant load is 140. Unsprinklered stair capacity is 140 × 0.3 inch = 42 inches for the story. 2018 IBC 1011.2 still requires each stair serving more than 50 occupants to be at least 44 inches, so the 44-inch minimum governs each flight.
8On a site or architectural plan, what do dashed lines that are labeled “EXIST.” typically represent compared with heavy solid “NEW” lines?
A.Property lines that must be fenced
B.Work to be demolished only
C.Existing construction that remains, as opposed to new work
D.Underground electrical conduit only
Explanation: Most commercial sets draw existing-to-remain work with a lighter or dashed “EXIST.” line type and new work with a heavier solid line. Demolition is usually a separate dashed/hatched demo layer. Always read the sheet’s line-type legend before taking off new versus existing quantities.
9During bidding, an addendum revises a structural note after the original drawings were issued. Which document governs the bid quantity?
A.The original drawing, because it was sealed first
B.The later addendum, which modifies the contract documents
C.The contractor’s internal estimate spreadsheet
D.The soil report appendix
Explanation: Addenda are formal modifications to the bidding documents. A later addendum supersedes the conflicting original sheet or specification section for bidding and for the resulting contract. Estimators must post every addendum into the takeoff before submitting the bid.
10A first-floor office measures 85 feet by 62 feet. Resilient flooring is specified with an 8 percent waste factor. How many square feet should be ordered?
A.5,270 sf
B.5,481 sf
C.5,692 sf
D.6,324 sf
Explanation: Net area is 85 × 62 = 5,270 sf. Waste of 8 percent is 5,270 × 1.08 = 5,691.6 sf, ordered as 5,692 sf. Waste covers cuts, pattern match, and attic stock if the spec requires it. Do not apply waste to areas that are not receiving the finish.

About the WV General Building Contractor Exam

The West Virginia General Building Contractor Examination is the official Board trade examination administered by Prov. The official exam has 80 questions. Passing is 70% in 3 hours. The examination is open book. Prov lists USD 59.95 per attempt (West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board Candidate Information Bulletin dated 2026.05.07). A General Building Contractor's principal business is structures built for support, shelter, and enclosure that require more than two contractor classifications, or supervision of the whole or any part of the construction. The classification is treated as commercial, business, or industrial work on commercial and private properties. Candidates must also pass the Contractor Licensing Act examination. This bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation. It does not replace required trade experience, Board approval, or the official examination.

Assessment

Open-book computer-based or paper-and-pencil multiple-choice. Official references include the 2018 International Building Code, Study Guide for Commercial Building Contractor (2024), Concrete Construction Level 2 (2021), and Study Guide for Structural Steel (2012). Remote Examroom testing is available.

Time Limit

3 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

USD 59.95 (Prov, Inc. (for the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board))

WV General Building Contractor Exam Content Outline

10%

Plan Reading and Estimating

Plan Reading and Estimating (8 official items)

10%

Sitework

Sitework (8 official items)

15%

Concrete

Concrete (12 official items)

10%

Masonry

Masonry (8 official items)

15%

Structural Steel

Structural Steel (12 official items)

10%

Carpentry

Carpentry (8 official items)

5%

Roofing

Roofing (4 official items)

5%

Doors, Windows, and Stairs

Doors and Windows and Stairs (4 official items)

5%

Interior Finish

Interior Finish (4 official items)

5%

Exterior Finish

Exterior Finish (4 official items)

10%

Safety-OSHA

Safety-OSHA (8 official items)

How to Pass the WV General Building Contractor Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Assessment: Open-book computer-based or paper-and-pencil multiple-choice. Official references include the 2018 International Building Code, Study Guide for Commercial Building Contractor (2024), Concrete Construction Level 2 (2021), and Study Guide for Structural Steel (2012). Remote Examroom testing is available.
  • Time limit: 3 hours
  • Exam fee: USD 59.95

Keys to Passing

  • Work through all 100 available questions
  • Review every answer and explanation
  • Track weak areas and revisit them
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

WV General Building Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Distribute study time to the official Prov General Building content outline (bulletin dated 2026.05.07)
2Tab the 2018 IBC listed in the bulletin; 64% of official items come from that code
3Moveable tabs and Post-it notes are prohibited in the Prov center
4This bank is an English-language MCQ study aid, not an official Prov form

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the West Virginia General Building Contractor Examination?

The official Prov examination has 80 questions. Passing is 70% within 3 hours (West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board Candidate Information Bulletin dated 2026.05.07).

How much does the West Virginia General Building Contractor exam cost?

Prov lists USD 59.95 per attempt, including retakes. The Board charges a separate USD 90 annual contractor license fee under 28CSR2 §28-2-5.5 (effective May 4, 2026).

Does a General Building license include electrical, plumbing, or HVAC work?

No. The Board states that a General Building Contractor who wants to perform electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilating and cooling, piping, or general engineering contracting must obtain a license in those classifications.

Do I also need the Contractor Licensing Act exam?

Yes. The Board requires every contractor license applicant to pass the Contractor Licensing Act examination in addition to any applicable trade classification examination.