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CSLB Roofing (C-39): Study Guide

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What this book covers

The Peerless Roofing (C-39) Study Guide Book prepares you for the trade portion of the California CSLB contractor license exam. Per the state's classification, a C-39 contractor applies all types of roofing, waterproofing, and weatherproofing materials to buildings and structures. This printed book covers the subjects the state tests. See the official CSLB C39 classification.


Book chapters

  1. Introduction to roofing
  2. Waterproofing & cold-applied roofing
  3. Built-up roofing
  4. Asphalt and wood shingles
  5. Rigid roofing
  6. Single-ply roofing
  7. Metal roofing
  8. Blueprint reading
  9. Tools & equipment
  10. Safety
  11. Elementary mathematics

Sample questionsTry our free practice test

  1. The slope of a built-up asphalt roof should not exceed what pitch when aggregate is applied?
    A. 6/12 · B. 4/12 · C. 3/12 ✓ · D. 1/12
  2. What may roofing cut corners be used on?
    A. Inside corners · B. Angles · C. Outside corners · D. All of the above ✓
  3. What is one of the greatest causes of roofing deterioration?
    A. Wind · B. Ultraviolet rays from the sun ✓ · C. Rain · D. Air pollution

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California contractors who passed

Passed. Most of the questions felt familiar because of the practice exams.

Leon Gardena, CA  · Roofing (C-39)

Passed my C-39. The slope and underlayment questions matched what I practiced.

Bianca Stevenson Ranch, CA  · Roofing (C-39)

Two exams in one week and I passed both. I could not have done it without the practice tests.

Ernie Tracy, CA  · Law & Business; Roofing (C-39)