CEI has trained over 200,000 construction professionals since it was founded in 1982.The Construction Estimating Institute (CEI) is an educational organization dedicated to improving the skills of individuals in the construction industry.CEI offers training programs in the following areas: construction courses, corporate training, government programs, continuing education, and contractor licensing.Our exam prep courses and continuing education classes are designed for those seeking to obtain or renew their Florida contractors licenses and are offered both online and as live classroom courses.
Construction Estimating Institute (mycontractorexam.com) has 130 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.
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2026
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I've been using CEI for several years now and once again, I was not disappointed. The course was well constructed and easy to follow and the price was great as well. I'm sending a big thank you to you and your team. Bill G.
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 31, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We really appreciate you sticking with CEI over the years. Glad to hear the course was easy to follow and a great value. Thanks again from all of us. If you ever need help with the next steps, just let us know.
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Allen G.
Customer service
Customer service
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 31, 2026
Thank you for the 5-star review! We really appreciate it. Glad our customer service could help. If you need anything with the next steps, just reach out.
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Wallace C.
The Course That Actually Helped Me Pass
I’m writing this as someone who actually went through the licensing process and passed both exams: Business & Finance and Roofing Trade Knowledge. Contractor Estimating Institute (CEI) played a major part in that.
From the beginning, the experience felt different from other companies I looked into. Before purchasing, I wanted to see what the course platform actually looked like because this is not a small investment. Their sales rep had no issue sending me a screenshot right away, while other companies would not show me anything. That gave me a lot more confidence before spending the money.
The course itself was well organized and easy to follow. It had separate sections for each book, broken down by chapters, which made it much easier to study and go back to specific areas when needed. The material did not feel outdated or thrown together. It felt current, relevant, and built for the actual exam.
The book highlighting was also very helpful. Some people may think there is a lot of highlighting, but for this type of exam, that is exactly what you want. You do not know which questions you are going to get, and time matters. Being able to quickly find the right section in the book can make a huge difference.
The practice exams were the biggest help for me. After answering a question, the system gives you the correct answer and shows where to find it, including the book, chapter, page, and sometimes the math breakdown or index reference. That was extremely important because it did not just help me memorize answers. It helped me learn how to locate information quickly, which is exactly what you need during the real exam.
I also want to mention Theresa McCutcheon. She was professional, kind, and very helpful any time I reached out. Her responses were quick and thoughtful, and it honestly made the process feel a lot less stressful. When you are trying to better yourself and move forward in life, having someone actually care and help you through the process matters.
My books arrived in great condition, the course was strong, and the support was excellent. Looking back, choosing Contractor Estimating Institute (CEI) was one of the best decisions I made during this entire licensing journey. If you are serious about passing, I would absolutely recommend them.
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Guillermo P.
Knowledgeable and professional
Knowledgeable and professional
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Joe F.
Excellent customer service.
Excellent customer service.
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 13, 2026
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We’re glad you had an excellent experience with our customer service. We take customer service seriously. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again next renewal cycle. If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at 1-800-423-7058 or email [email protected].
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Andrew B.
I have used your continuing education…
I have used your continuing education my last 3 renewal cycles . It was simple and fast online education
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 13, 2026
Thank you for the five stars! We're so glad to hear that our online continuing education has been simple and fast for your last three renewal cycles. We appreciate your continued trust in us! Hope to see you back for next cycle.
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Teddy W.
Easy Registration. Trustworthy Company.
Easy Registration. Trustworthy Company.
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 13, 2026
Thank you for taking the time to give us 5 stars! We are so glad to hear that you found our registration process easy and our company trustworthy. We truly appreciate your positive feedback!
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Katy
Best contracting school in Florida
Best contracting school in Florida. Very professional and the best instructors.
Response from Construction Estimating InstituteJul 13, 2026
Thank you for the 5 stars! We are so glad to hear you had such a positive experience with our contracting school! We truly appreciate your kind words about our professional instructors. Thank you for your wonderful feedback. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 1-800-423-7058 or email us at [email protected].