Required Books

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2024 International Residential Code, Tabbed & Highlighted

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2024 International Residential Code, Soft-cover, Tabbed & Highlighted by American Contractors

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Business and Law NASCLA

Alabama Contractors Guide to Business Law and Project, Residential Construction, 4th edition NASCLA

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Alabama, Business and Project Management for Contractors, Home Builders Licensure Board edition is designed to provide an overview…

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Permanent Tabs for the Alabama Business & Project Management book - Home Builders edition

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American Contractors Exam Services has put together a package of permanent tabs for the Alabama Home Builders NASCLA…

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Permanent Tabs for the Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, Prov

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Permanent Tabs for the Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, Prov, used to prepare for the Alabama Homebuilders exam prparation…

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Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, PROV

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Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, PROV This book acts as a comprehensive guide for Alabama Home Builders, and includes…

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Alabama Application Processing for General Contractor

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New Application Processing Fee for the Alabama General Contractor Application

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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

This license includes the construction of any residence or structure which is not over 3 stories in height and which does not have more than 4 units in an apartment complex.

License Requirements

This license is required for Residential Homebuilding and Remodeling contracts when the job exceeds $10,000.
Applicants are required to submit a credit report and document experience on the application.
Applicants are required to pass 2 separate exams, a Homebuilders Business Law exam and Homebuilder exam- both are prepared for in the Alabama Homebuilder with Business Law seminar.

Reciprocity

The State of Alabama has a reciprocity agreement for this license with Tennessee, Mississippi, and Louisiana.

Continuing Education

At this time Alabama does not require continuing education for the Homebuilder license.

The Exam

There are two exams. If both exams are taken on the same day the cost is $130.00. If the exams are taken on separate days each exam cost is $80.00.
The Alabama HBLB Skill exam is has 80 questions and a time limit of 4 hours.
The Alabama HBLB Business Law exam has 40 questions and a 2 hour time limit.
A 70% is required to pass.
Topics on the Business exam include business organization, contract management, estimating & bidding, licensing, estimating and bidding, financial, payroll, labor laws, project management, business organization, safety reporting, and risk management. Topics for the Homebuilder skill exam include plan reading, sitework & foundations, Concrete and reinforcement, masonry, carpentry, roofing, interiro & exterior finishes and associated trades.
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5200 NW 43rd Street, Suite 102-167

Gainesville, FL 32606

Toll Free: (866) 720-7768

Fax: (386) 518-6419

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Office Hrs: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

How We Help You Prepare

American Contractors holds a 1 day Seminar for the Alabama Homebuilder that guarantees that you will pass the Alabama Homebuilder license exam & Business Law exam. American Contractors has been holding Seminars to help contractors pass their exam for over 22 years. Sign up today for the Alabama Homebuilder Exam Preparation Seminar!

To apply, contact the state of Alabama at 1-334-242-2230. Application requests must be made in writing and the fee is $25. The license fee is $205. Applications must be received at least 30 days prior to regular board meeting dates in order to be reviewed at that meeting. The Board meets once per month. The processing time is approximately 60 days.

Home Builders Licensure Board

445 Herron Street

Montgomery, AL 36130

Important Contacts

To apply for an Electrical license,
and to register for the exam, contact:

Electrical Contractors Board
610 S. McDonough St.
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334)269-9990
www.aecb.state.al.us

To apply for a general contractors license, contact:

Licensing Board for General Contractors
2525 Fairlane Dr.
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334)272-5030

www.genconbd.state.al.us

To apply for a Plumbing or Gas Fitter license, contact:

Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
11 West Oxmoor, Ste104
Birmingham, AL 35209
(205)945-4857
www.pgfb.state.al.us

To apply for a HVAC license, contact:

Board of Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors
8 Commerce St. Ste 200
Montgomery, AL 36104
(334)241-0840 Phone
(334) 265-0570

www.hvacboard.state.al.us

To apply for a Residential license, contact:

Home Builders Licensure Board
445 Herron St.
Montgomery, AL 36130
(334)242-2230

To register for a Under Four Stories exam or the NASCLA exam contact:

PSI Licensure: Certification
ATTN: Examination Registration AL
3210 E Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(800) 733-9267
www.psiexams.com

www.hblb.state.al.us

To register for an Electrical, Homebuilder or HVAC Exam Contact:

PROV
13614 Progress Blvd.
Alachua, FL 32615
866-720-7768

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Aug 24, 2026	Web Seminar (with an Instructor)	Webinar	View details ACES Webinar online Nashville, TN 37211 800-992-1910 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM This is a 1 day course	$445.00
Nov 20, 2026	Web Seminar (with an Instructor)	Webinar	View details ACES Webinar online Nashville, TN 37211 800-992-1910 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM This is a 1 day course	$445.00

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Alabama Homebuilder with Business Law

What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

2024 International Residential Code, Tabbed & Highlighted

Alabama Contractors Guide to Business Law and Project, Residential Construction, 4th edition NASCLA

Permanent Tabs for the Alabama Business & Project Management book - Home Builders edition

Permanent Tabs for the Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, Prov

Residential Homebuilders Study Guide, PROV