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MD Home Improvement Law Flashcards

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  1. Under Maryland law, what is the maximum civil penalty the MHIC can impose on an unlicensed contractor per violation?

    Answer: $5,000

    The MHIC may impose a civil penalty of up to $5,000 per violation on unlicensed contractors.

  2. A homeowner pays a contractor $2,500 upfront for a $5,000 job, but the contractor never starts. The homeowner files a claim with the Guaranty Fund. What is the maximum the Fund will pay per claimant?

    Answer: $15,000

    The Maryland Home Improvement Guaranty Fund pays up to $15,000 per claimant for losses due to contractor misconduct.

  3. Which of the following actions triggers automatic suspension of an MHIC license?

    Answer: Conviction of a felony involving moral turpitude

    A felony conviction involving moral turpitude is grounds for automatic license suspension under Maryland law.

  4. Under Maryland's Home Improvement Law, a contractor must provide a written contract for any job costing more than:

    Answer: $250

    Maryland law requires a written contract for any home improvement job with a total price exceeding $250.

  5. A contractor wants to advertise home improvement services in Maryland. Which statement about advertising is correct?

    Answer: The MHIC license number must appear in all advertisements

    Maryland requires that an MHIC licensee include their license number in all advertisements for home improvement services.

  6. How long must a licensed Maryland home improvement contractor retain copies of all contracts and related documents?

    Answer: 3 years

    Maryland home improvement contractors must keep copies of contracts and related records for at least three years.

  7. Which entity in Maryland has the primary authority to investigate complaints against home improvement contractors and revoke licenses?

    Answer: Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC)

    The Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) is the primary regulatory body empowered to investigate complaints and revoke contractor licenses.

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  1. dsd.maryland.gov — Fees · verified Oct 2026
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