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Florida Window & Door Contractor EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR –
JUST RELEASED
Florida Window & Door Contractor Exam
10-Line Exam Coverage in Points Form
1. Licensing Authority – Florida Statutes Chapter 489 governs licensing for construction
trades, including the Class WD (Window/Door) specialty contractor license . The Florida
Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) administers the program.
2. Exam Structure – Division II specialty contractors must pass two exams: the Business &
Finance exam (120 questions, 6.5 hours) and a Trade Knowledge exam specific to
Window and Door Installation (55 questions, 2.5 hours) .
3. Experience Requirement – Applicants must demonstrate at least 4 years of experience
in window and door installation or a related construction field . The Primary Qualifying
Party must have verifiable supervisory experience.
4. Scope of Work – License authorizes installation, replacement, adjustment, repair, and
servicing of exterior windows and doors, hurricane protection devices, shutters, and
hardware – does NOT affect structural changes (except replacement of window bucks in
retrofit) .
5. Primary References – Exam references include: Florida Building Code – Building (2023),
Florida Building Code – Residential (2023), OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, Florida Contractors
Manual, Residential Windows: A Guide to New Technologies and Energy Performance .
6. HVHZ Requirements – High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (Miami-Dade and Broward
counties) require impact-resistant windows and systems tested to standards like ASTM
E1886/E1996 and TAS 201/202/203 .
7. Trade Knowledge Content Areas – The 55-question trade exam covers: Installation
Techniques (pre-installation, flashing/sealing, retrofitting), Hurricane Protection Devices,
Tools & Materials, Plan Reading, Repair & Service, and Health & Safety .
8. Key Installation Requirements – Windows must be installed plumb, level, and square
using proper shimming (⅛ to ¼ inch). Flashing with self-adhering membrane and proper
overlap (minimum 2 inches) is required for weatherproofing. Fastener spacing is every
12–16 inches along jambs and head .
9. Contractor Responsibilities – Must pull permits, ensure code compliance, provide
certificates of compliance after installation, carry general liability insurance, and display
license number on job sites .
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10. Safety & OSHA – Fall protection is required at heights of 6 feet or more (29 CFR
1926.501). Cut-resistant gloves are required when handling glass; safety glasses
mandatory for on-site glass cutting .
Practice Questions & Answers
1. Which Florida statute governs the licensing requirements for a Class WD (Window and
Door) contractor?
A) Chapter 455
B) Chapter 489
C) Chapter 553
D) Chapter 601
Answer: B
Rationale: Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes outlines licensing for construction trades,
including the Class WD specialty classification for window and door contractors .
2. In a Class WD license, "WD" specifically stands for:
A) Wood Door
B) Window/Door
C) Water Drainage
D) Wind Design
Answer: B
Rationale: "WD" denotes the Window and Door specialty classification .
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3. What is the minimum number of years of experience required to qualify for the Florida
Window & Door Contractor exam?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 4 years
D) 5 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Florida requires applicants to demonstrate at least 4 years of experience in the
window and door installation or related construction field .
4. Which code governs window and door installation in Florida?
A) NEC (National Electrical Code)
B) OSHA Standards
C) Florida Building Code
D) IRC only
Answer: C
Rationale: The Florida Building Code (FBC) is the controlling standard statewide for window and
door installation .
5. What does HVHZ stand for?
A) High Value Housing Zone
B) High Velocity Hurricane Zone
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C) Heavy Ventilation Hazard Zone
D) Housing Ventilation Heat Zone
Answer: B
Rationale: HVHZ applies to areas like Miami-Dade and Broward counties where impact-resistant
windows and doors are required .
6. Before beginning a window installation, what must a contractor verify?
A) That the homeowner has paid in full
B) That the opening is structurally sound and properly prepared
C) That the windows are in stock
D) That the subcontractors are available
Answer: B
Rationale: Proper preparation of the opening is crucial to ensure the window is installed
securely and performs correctly .
7. Which type of fastener is recommended for attaching a window frame to a wood stud?
A) Tapcon screw
B) Lag bolt
C) Wood screw
D) Masonry anchor
Answer: C
Rationale: Wood screws provide adequate holding power in wood studs for window frame
attachment .
Florida Window & Door Contractor EXAM QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT VERIFIED SOLUTIONS LATEST UPDATE THIS YEAR –
JUST RELEASED
Florida Window & Door Contractor Exam
10-Line Exam Coverage in Points Form
1. Licensing Authority – Florida Statutes Chapter 489 governs licensing for construction
trades, including the Class WD (Window/Door) specialty contractor license . The Florida
Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) administers the program.
2. Exam Structure – Division II specialty contractors must pass two exams: the Business &
Finance exam (120 questions, 6.5 hours) and a Trade Knowledge exam specific to
Window and Door Installation (55 questions, 2.5 hours) .
3. Experience Requirement – Applicants must demonstrate at least 4 years of experience
in window and door installation or a related construction field . The Primary Qualifying
Party must have verifiable supervisory experience.
4. Scope of Work – License authorizes installation, replacement, adjustment, repair, and
servicing of exterior windows and doors, hurricane protection devices, shutters, and
hardware – does NOT affect structural changes (except replacement of window bucks in
retrofit) .
5. Primary References – Exam references include: Florida Building Code – Building (2023),
Florida Building Code – Residential (2023), OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, Florida Contractors
Manual, Residential Windows: A Guide to New Technologies and Energy Performance .
6. HVHZ Requirements – High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (Miami-Dade and Broward
counties) require impact-resistant windows and systems tested to standards like ASTM
E1886/E1996 and TAS 201/202/203 .
7. Trade Knowledge Content Areas – The 55-question trade exam covers: Installation
Techniques (pre-installation, flashing/sealing, retrofitting), Hurricane Protection Devices,
Tools & Materials, Plan Reading, Repair & Service, and Health & Safety .
8. Key Installation Requirements – Windows must be installed plumb, level, and square
using proper shimming (⅛ to ¼ inch). Flashing with self-adhering membrane and proper
overlap (minimum 2 inches) is required for weatherproofing. Fastener spacing is every
12–16 inches along jambs and head .
9. Contractor Responsibilities – Must pull permits, ensure code compliance, provide
certificates of compliance after installation, carry general liability insurance, and display
license number on job sites .
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10. Safety & OSHA – Fall protection is required at heights of 6 feet or more (29 CFR
1926.501). Cut-resistant gloves are required when handling glass; safety glasses
mandatory for on-site glass cutting .
Practice Questions & Answers
1. Which Florida statute governs the licensing requirements for a Class WD (Window and
Door) contractor?
A) Chapter 455
B) Chapter 489
C) Chapter 553
D) Chapter 601
Answer: B
Rationale: Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes outlines licensing for construction trades,
including the Class WD specialty classification for window and door contractors .
2. In a Class WD license, "WD" specifically stands for:
A) Wood Door
B) Window/Door
C) Water Drainage
D) Wind Design
Answer: B
Rationale: "WD" denotes the Window and Door specialty classification .
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3. What is the minimum number of years of experience required to qualify for the Florida
Window & Door Contractor exam?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 4 years
D) 5 years
Answer: C
Rationale: Florida requires applicants to demonstrate at least 4 years of experience in the
window and door installation or related construction field .
4. Which code governs window and door installation in Florida?
A) NEC (National Electrical Code)
B) OSHA Standards
C) Florida Building Code
D) IRC only
Answer: C
Rationale: The Florida Building Code (FBC) is the controlling standard statewide for window and
door installation .
5. What does HVHZ stand for?
A) High Value Housing Zone
B) High Velocity Hurricane Zone
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C) Heavy Ventilation Hazard Zone
D) Housing Ventilation Heat Zone
Answer: B
Rationale: HVHZ applies to areas like Miami-Dade and Broward counties where impact-resistant
windows and doors are required .
6. Before beginning a window installation, what must a contractor verify?
A) That the homeowner has paid in full
B) That the opening is structurally sound and properly prepared
C) That the windows are in stock
D) That the subcontractors are available
Answer: B
Rationale: Proper preparation of the opening is crucial to ensure the window is installed
securely and performs correctly .
7. Which type of fastener is recommended for attaching a window frame to a wood stud?
A) Tapcon screw
B) Lag bolt
C) Wood screw
D) Masonry anchor
Answer: C
Rationale: Wood screws provide adequate holding power in wood studs for window frame
attachment .
