PROV Alabama Home Builder (HBLB) Skill Exam Book Package

Books, Pre-Printed Tabs, and Online Course Options Available 

Skill Exam Outline:

Number of Questions: 80 

Time Allowed: 4 hours

Required Reference Books 

1.  International Residential Code. 2015
2.  Residential Home Builder Study Guide. ISBN: 9781323550915 OR the following books may be used as substitutes for this books. 

• • Basic Safety. 2009. ISBN: 978-0-136-09875-1
  • Masonry and Sitework for the Residential Contractor, 2nd Edition. ISBN: 978-1-269-78556-3. 
  • Study Guide for Residential Carpentry & Repair, 2nd Edition. 2014. ISBN: 978-1-269-78561-7

Prov Candidate Information Bulletin

Highlighted & Tabbed books we can strategically place highlights and tabs in your books for you so you can easily find the answers on test day. 

Note:  Highlighted and tabbed books ordered out of the state of Florida may take up to 5-7 business days to be shipped.

The Online Home Study Course includes:

• How to take this course video
• How to register for the exam(s)
• The 6 segments of test-taking techniques  
• List of required reference books for your exam and when they update
• Practice Exams with hundreds of practice questions and answers page numbers & solutions 
• 1-year access to online course and a live instructor (discounts on extensions)
• Access to an instructor via Phone call, Text message, Zoom, or email.
• Tab and highlight locations for all the books to show you what is important to study
• The course is Android and iOS Compatible - Complete the course on your phone, anytime or anywhere. 

Note: If you add the course option to your order, you will be receiving two separate courses as well. 

 

GAIN THE SKILLS YOU NEED TO PASS THE EXAM THE FIRST TIME WITH OUR ONLINE HOME STUDY COURSES!

updated 6/4/2026