B100 General Building
Scope: Commercial/residential structures
Testing: NASCLA or PSI B100 exam plus Business & Law
Utah Contractor License Exam Guide (2026)
Utah contractors build in Wasatch snow, Great Salt Lake corrosion, and red-rock heat. The Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing (DOPL) issues B100 general, E100 engineering, and S-specialty licenses. Applicants pass PSI trade exams plus the Utah Business & Law exam—NASCLA is accepted for B100/E100.
Last verified: May 2026 via Utah DOPL Contractor Licensing. Official source: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.
- PSI ExamsTrade + Law
- NASCLAB100/E100
- $25K BondTypical
How Utah licenses contractors
Utah DOPL licenses contractors by classification. B100 covers general building, E100 covers engineering, and S classifications cover specialties (concrete, electrical, plumbing, etc.). Applicants must document experience, hold a qualifier, pass PSI trade exams (or NASCLA for B100/E100), pass the Utah Business & Law exam, and file bonds and insurance.
Licensing scenarios include 150-psf Alta snow loads, St. George heat, and Wasatch Fault seismic detailing. Exams cover waterproofing for snowmelt cycles, wildland-urban interface, and radon mitigation.
Official source: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
Utah licensing at a glance
- PSI Exams — Trade + Law
- NASCLA — B100/E100
- Typical cost: $210 application fee plus $110 license fee
- NASCLA Accredited Examination accepted for qualifying Building paths
- Common license path: B100 General Building
Utah contractor license types
E100 General Engineering
Scope: Heavy civil, utilities
Testing: NASCLA or PSI E100 exam plus Business & Law
S Specialties
Scope: Single trades (electrical, plumbing, concrete, roofing)
Testing: PSI specialty exam plus Business & Law
Most licenses require a $25,000 bond (higher for large firms) and general liability insurance. Qualifiers must complete a 25-hour pre-license course or hold approved experience.
What's on the Utah contractor exam
PSI centers operate in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, St. George, Logan, and via remote proctoring.
What Utah exam questions emphasize
- Utah Contractor Business & Law manual
- IBC/IRC structural snow/seismic provisions
- Energy code for climate zones 3-7
- Lien law (Utah Code 38-1a) and prompt-pay rules
Exam-day logistics
- Bring two IDs, course completion proof, and the allowed references
- NASCLA transcripts must be sent directly to DOPL
- Scores post immediately; submit bond, insurance, and fee for activation
Utah contractor exam blueprint (verified July 2026)
| Licensing authority | Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Contractor Licensing |
|---|---|
| What is licensed | B100 General Building, E100 Engineering, and S specialty classifications |
| Exams | PSI trade (~$72) and Business & Law (~$72); NASCLA accepted for B100 and E100 |
| NASCLA | Accepted for B100 and E100 — specialty S paths still need Utah exams |
| Money | $210 application + $110 license fee; PSI exam fees separate |
| Key gotcha | Do not assume B100 covers every specialty—check S classifications for mechanical/electrical scopes |
What trips Utah applicants up
Utah B100/E100 candidates can use NASCLA, but DOPL still requires Business & Law and classification-specific filing. Specialty S licenses are easy to confuse with B100 scope.
Verified sources: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing · Utah official licensing page.
Who needs a Utah contractor license (and who does not)
Utah B100 and E100 may use NASCLA, but specialty S classifications generally need Utah-specific exams and DOPL filing.
| B100 General Building | Covers: General building contracting Authority: Utah DOPL — NASCLA eligible + Business & Law / filing requirements |
|---|---|
| E100 General Engineering | Covers: Engineering contracting scopes Authority: Utah DOPL — NASCLA eligible for E100 when bulletin allows |
| S specialties | Covers: Narrow mechanical/electrical and other specialties Authority: Utah-specific exams — do not assume B100/NASCLA covers every S scope |
Most-missed Utah contractor exam topics
Snow/seismic loads and Utah Business & Law items separate DOPL exams from generic national practice tests.
- Utah Contractor Business & Law manual scenarios
- IBC/IRC snow and seismic provisions for Wasatch and high-desert sites
- Energy-code expectations across climate zones 3–7
- B100 vs S specialty scope mistakes before bidding
- DOPL fees and classification filing that still apply after NASCLA
Trade-specific exam guides
If you're licensing in a single trade rather than the Utah general contractor classification, the dedicated trade hub will get you to the right code book and exam structure faster.
- General contractor exam guide — IBC/IRC, NASCLA acceptance, and Business & Law.
- Electrical contractor exam guide — NEC (NFPA 70) calculations and grounding/bonding.
- Plumbing contractor exam guide — IPC/UPC drainage sizing, venting, and backflow.
- HVAC contractor exam guide — IMC ventilation, refrigerant management, and load calcs.
Utah code books & approved references (2026)
Always confirm the exact editions and tab rules in your candidate bulletin before exam day. Editions can change between license cycles.
- Utah Contractor Business & Law reference
- International Building/Residential Codes
- Utah Energy Code
- Utah lien statutes (38-1a)
- OSHA 29 CFR 1926
Fees & timeline for the Utah contractor license
- $210 application fee plus $110 license fee
- $72 PSI trade exam and $72 Business & Law exam
- $25,000 bond (higher for large limits)
- $300k liability insurance minimum
- 25-hour qualifier course tuition
Use the All States hub for budgeting; confirm fees with DOPL.
Utah Business & Law focus
The Utah Business & Law exam covers licensing statutes, lien law, payroll, safety, and accounting.
- Know Utah Code Title 58 licensing requirements
- Understand preliminary notice filing via the State Construction Registry
- Register for withholding and unemployment insurance
- Maintain OSHA safety programs for high-altitude and desert work
Practice with our Utah DOPL exam prep and the national Business & Law exam hub for cross-state baseline rules.
NASCLA acceptance in Utah
Utah accepts NASCLA for B100 (General Building) and E100 (Engineering) classifications. You still must pass Utah Business & Law (when required), pay DOPL fees, and complete classification filing; specialty S licenses generally need Utah-specific exams. Confirm the current board bulletin before you schedule, then drill timed practice so Business & Law and remaining state filing steps do not surprise you after a NASCLA pass.
NASCLA reciprocity peers for Utah contractors
If you carry a Utah license and want to work in another NASCLA-accepting jurisdiction, the following state boards will credit your NASCLA Accredited Examination score (you still file a state-specific application and Business & Law module):
- How Alabama credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Arkansas credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Florida credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Georgia credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Louisiana credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Mississippi credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Nevada credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How North Carolina credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Oregon credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How South Carolina credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Tennessee credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How Virginia credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
- How West Virginia credits the NASCLA Accredited Examination
More: National NASCLA exam guide and our in-depth NASCLA Accredited Exam study walkthrough.
A focused 4-week study plan for the Utah exam
Because Licensing scenarios include 150-psf Alta snow loads, St, this four-week outline targets what Utah field inspectors and your licensing board exam items actually test—not generic national prep.
- Week 1 — Map the exam. Pull your current candidate bulletin, list every reference, and confirm the modules you have to pass. Start a one-page error log. Spend extra time on: Utah Contractor Business & Law manual.
- Week 2 — Code book navigation. Drill open-book lookups (or memorisation drills if your module is closed-book) until you can find any answer in under 60 seconds. Anchor practice around: IBC/IRC structural snow/seismic provisions.
- Week 3 — Business & Law. The Utah Business & Law exam covers licensing statutes, lien law, payroll, safety, and accounting. Layer in scenario-based questions on contracts, lien notice, payroll, and insurance.
- Week 4 — Full simulations. PSI centers operate in Salt Lake City, Ogden, Provo, St. George, Logan, and via remote proctoring. Run two full-length timed simulations. Review every miss with a one-sentence rule statement.
FAQs - Utah contractor exam
Does Utah accept NASCLA?
Yes for B100 and E100 classifications.
What training is required?
Qualifiers must complete a 25-hour pre-license course unless they hold a qualifying degree.
How are bonds set?
Standard $25k bond; larger firms may need $50k or more.
Are exams open book?
Yes for most PSI trade and Business & Law modules when references are allowed. Confirm whether your B100/E100 path uses NASCLA plus Utah filing or a Utah-specific exam combination.
What insurance is required?
General liability plus workers-comp for employees.
How often do I renew?
Every two years with continuing education for electricians/plumbers.
Where are exams offered?
PSI centers statewide and remote proctoring.
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