Mississippi Residential Builder![]() Mississippi Residential Builder License![]() State Requirements & Application Read More...Test Information Read More...Reciprocity Read More...Permitted Work Read More...Step 1 Submit your Mississippi Residential Contractors application and receive pre-approval from the state. ![]() Step 3 Study for your Mississippi Residential Exam and Mississippi Business Law and Project Management ![]() Step 4 Schedule your final exam at PSI Exams. Pass both your Mississippi Residential Exam and Mississippi Business Law and Project Management ![]() State Requirements & ApplicationRequirements: * You will need this residential contractor license if you are performing residential construction over $50,000. If you are performing residential remodeling or roofing over $10,000 you will need a Residential Remodeling or Roofing license. * You are required to show proof of general liability insurance coverage. There is no minimum policy amount. * If you hold a residential contractor license, you may work on commercial projects provided the job does not exceed 7,500 sq. ft. * Pre-approval from the state is required to sit for this exam.* No financial statements are required for residential applications. * Applicant must show experience in the classifications of work requested. Applicant will need to list 3 jobs completed in requested Class.
Board Contact Information:
Mississippi State Board of Contractors 2679 Crane Ridge Dr. Suite, C Jackson, MS 39216 Phone: 800.880.6161 Email: info@msboc.us Website: http://www.msboc.us Frequently Asked Questions: MS FAQ
Fees: The application fee for a new residential contractor license is $50.00. Application: MS APPLICATION Test Information: This open book test covers information over 10 subject areas. The questions are created from content in the 9 book set. Candidate Information Bulletin: Mississippi Residential PSI Candidate Bulletin Exam Fee: $120 Number of Questions: 80 Passing Score: 70% Time Limit: 3 Hours
Test InformationApplicants must also pass a separate exam on Business Law and Project Management for Mississippi. That exam fee is also $120.
Top ReciprocityMississippi has established residential reciprocity with Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Tennessee. If you have held a license in one of these states for three (3) consecutive years, the board may waive your trade exam. However, the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam is mandatory. Permitted WorkThe Mississippi Residential Builders license permits you to Bid and Build Residential Projects in the State of Mississippi. State Of Mississippi Home InspectorInspection Division of the Real Estate Commission Resident and Non-Resident Licensing Requirements: 1. High school Diploma or its equivalent 2. Twenty-one (21) years of age or older 3. Successful completion of Real Estate Commission approved sixty (60) hours of home inspection courses with the appropriate documentation 4. Certification of passing National Home Inspector Exam 5. Certification of insurance to include two (2) categories:**General liability ($250,000.00 per occurrence)**Errors & Omissions ($250,000.00 per occurrence) 6. Fully completed application must be notarized in two sections and accompanied by photos[front photo & profile photo] 7. Payment of the application fee of $175.00 and the licensing fee of $325.00; totaling $500.00 For individuals applying for the "NEW HOME" designation, the following additional items must be included, to wit: 1. An active Residential Contractor's (Builders) License 2. A current International Code Council Certification in one of their disciplines (preferably in residential building inspection) |