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ARIZONA (AZ) CR-6 SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR
CONTRACTOR EXAM 250 QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
Arizona (AZ) CR-6 Swimming Pool Service & Repair Contractor Examination - 250
Questions
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
SECTION 1: AGENCY AND LICENSE LAW (Questions 1–30)
1. The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) requires contractor licenses to be
renewed how often?
A) Annually
B) Biennially (every 2 years)
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) requires contractor licenses to
be renewed biennially, meaning every two years . This applies to all contractor
classifications, including CR-6.
2. Which Arizona agency is primarily responsible for licensing and regulating
swimming pool contractors?
A) Arizona Department of Water Resources
B) Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)
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C) Arizona Department of Health Services
D) Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) is the state agency responsible
for licensing and regulating contractors, including swimming pool service and repair
contractors . All contractor licensing matters fall under the ROC's jurisdiction.
3. What is the scope of work for a CR-6 (Swimming Pool Service & Repair) license?
A) New pool construction only
B) Routine pool cleaning and chemical balancing only
C) Construction, remodeling, repair, and installation of pools, spas, and associated
equipment, including pumps, heaters, and filtration systems
D) Electrical work on pool equipment only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A CR-6 license authorizes construction, remodeling, repair, and installation
of swimming pools, spas, and related equipment, including pumps, heaters, and
filtration systems . This is the key distinction between a licensed contractor and a
maintenance-only operator.
4. Which license classification is required for residential swimming pool service
and repair in Arizona?
A) A-9
B) B-5
C) CR-6
D) C-6
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The CR-6 classification is the specific license required for residential
swimming pool service and repair. The B-5 license is for general swimming pool
construction (residential), and the A-9 is for commercial swimming pool construction .
5. What is the minimum bond amount required for a CR-6 swimming pool
contractor in Arizona?
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A) $50,000
B) $100,000
C) $150,000
D) $200,000
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ROC requires a $200,000 surety bond for CR-6 contractors under the
ROC bonding schedule . This bond protects consumers and the state against violations.
6. What is the threshold in Arizona for repair work that triggers a requirement for a
licensed contractor?
A) $500
B) $1,000
C) $2,500
D) $5,000
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Any repair or installation work exceeding $1,000 in combined labor and
materials requires an ROC license . This threshold applies to pool service and repair
work under CR-6.
7. If a business performs only routine pool cleaning without any repair or
installation work, what is the licensing requirement in Arizona?
A) A full CR-6 license is required
B) A CR-6 license is not required
C) A CPO certification is required
D) A commercial license is required
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Businesses performing only routine pool cleaning—vacuuming, skimming,
and basic chemical testing without any repair or installation work—may operate without
an ROC license in Arizona . However, they remain subject to general business
registration and tax requirements.
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8. What does the Arizona ROC require for a business that engages in any repair or
equipment installation work?
A) A valid CR-6 license
B) Only a business registration
C) A CPO certification
D) No licensing is required
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Any work involving the replacement of equipment, repair of structural
components, or modification of plumbing or electrical systems requires a licensed
contractor, which for residential pool service is the CR-6 license .
9. What is the minimum experience required to qualify for a CR-6 license in
Arizona?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 4 years
D) 5 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To obtain a CR-6 license, applicants must demonstrate a minimum of 4
years of qualifying experience in the swimming pool trade . This is a significant barrier to
entry that filters unqualified operators.
10. Is a CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification a replacement for an ROC
license in Arizona?
A) Yes, a CPO certification is equivalent to an ROC license
B) No, a CPO certification certifies water chemistry and operational competency, but
does not authorize repair or construction work
C) Yes, a CPO certification is required before obtaining an ROC license
D) No, a CPO certification is only for commercial pools
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The CPO credential certifies water chemistry and operational competency,
but it does not authorize the holder to perform construction, repair, or equipment
ARIZONA (AZ) CR-6 SWIMMING POOL SERVICE & REPAIR
CONTRACTOR EXAM 250 QUESTIONS LATEST VERSION
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2026 EDITION
Arizona (AZ) CR-6 Swimming Pool Service & Repair Contractor Examination - 250
Questions
EXAMINATION QUESTIONS
SECTION 1: AGENCY AND LICENSE LAW (Questions 1–30)
1. The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) requires contractor licenses to be
renewed how often?
A) Annually
B) Biennially (every 2 years)
C) Every 3 years
D) Every 5 years
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) requires contractor licenses to
be renewed biennially, meaning every two years . This applies to all contractor
classifications, including CR-6.
2. Which Arizona agency is primarily responsible for licensing and regulating
swimming pool contractors?
A) Arizona Department of Water Resources
B) Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC)
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C) Arizona Department of Health Services
D) Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) is the state agency responsible
for licensing and regulating contractors, including swimming pool service and repair
contractors . All contractor licensing matters fall under the ROC's jurisdiction.
3. What is the scope of work for a CR-6 (Swimming Pool Service & Repair) license?
A) New pool construction only
B) Routine pool cleaning and chemical balancing only
C) Construction, remodeling, repair, and installation of pools, spas, and associated
equipment, including pumps, heaters, and filtration systems
D) Electrical work on pool equipment only
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: A CR-6 license authorizes construction, remodeling, repair, and installation
of swimming pools, spas, and related equipment, including pumps, heaters, and
filtration systems . This is the key distinction between a licensed contractor and a
maintenance-only operator.
4. Which license classification is required for residential swimming pool service
and repair in Arizona?
A) A-9
B) B-5
C) CR-6
D) C-6
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The CR-6 classification is the specific license required for residential
swimming pool service and repair. The B-5 license is for general swimming pool
construction (residential), and the A-9 is for commercial swimming pool construction .
5. What is the minimum bond amount required for a CR-6 swimming pool
contractor in Arizona?
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A) $50,000
B) $100,000
C) $150,000
D) $200,000
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The ROC requires a $200,000 surety bond for CR-6 contractors under the
ROC bonding schedule . This bond protects consumers and the state against violations.
6. What is the threshold in Arizona for repair work that triggers a requirement for a
licensed contractor?
A) $500
B) $1,000
C) $2,500
D) $5,000
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Any repair or installation work exceeding $1,000 in combined labor and
materials requires an ROC license . This threshold applies to pool service and repair
work under CR-6.
7. If a business performs only routine pool cleaning without any repair or
installation work, what is the licensing requirement in Arizona?
A) A full CR-6 license is required
B) A CR-6 license is not required
C) A CPO certification is required
D) A commercial license is required
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Businesses performing only routine pool cleaning—vacuuming, skimming,
and basic chemical testing without any repair or installation work—may operate without
an ROC license in Arizona . However, they remain subject to general business
registration and tax requirements.
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8. What does the Arizona ROC require for a business that engages in any repair or
equipment installation work?
A) A valid CR-6 license
B) Only a business registration
C) A CPO certification
D) No licensing is required
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Any work involving the replacement of equipment, repair of structural
components, or modification of plumbing or electrical systems requires a licensed
contractor, which for residential pool service is the CR-6 license .
9. What is the minimum experience required to qualify for a CR-6 license in
Arizona?
A) 2 years
B) 3 years
C) 4 years
D) 5 years
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: To obtain a CR-6 license, applicants must demonstrate a minimum of 4
years of qualifying experience in the swimming pool trade . This is a significant barrier to
entry that filters unqualified operators.
10. Is a CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification a replacement for an ROC
license in Arizona?
A) Yes, a CPO certification is equivalent to an ROC license
B) No, a CPO certification certifies water chemistry and operational competency, but
does not authorize repair or construction work
C) Yes, a CPO certification is required before obtaining an ROC license
D) No, a CPO certification is only for commercial pools
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The CPO credential certifies water chemistry and operational competency,
but it does not authorize the holder to perform construction, repair, or equipment
