MHIC Knowledge 5

Question 1

Under Maryland's Home Improvement Law, which of the following projects is EXEMPT from MHIC licensing requirements?

Accepted Answer

New construction of a residential building

Answer

New construction is excluded from MHIC jurisdiction; the license applies only to improvement of existing residential structures.

Question 2

A contractor's MHIC license number must appear on all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Worker safety plans

Answer

Maryland requires the license number on contracts and advertisements but does not mandate it on internal safety documentation.

Question 3

A homeowner wants to cancel a home improvement contract signed at their residence. Under Maryland's right-of-rescission rule, how long does the homeowner have?

Accepted Answer

3 business days

Answer

Maryland law gives homeowners three business days to rescind a home improvement contract signed in their home.

Question 4

Which action would most likely result in suspension or revocation of an MHIC license?

Accepted Answer

Abandoning a project without legal justification

Answer

Abandoning a contracted project without cause is a primary ground for disciplinary action under Maryland home improvement law.

Question 5

In Maryland, who is responsible for ensuring that the required building permits are obtained before home improvement work begins?

Accepted Answer

The licensed contractor

Answer

The licensed contractor bears the legal obligation to secure all necessary permits prior to starting work.

(MHIC) Maryland Home Improvement Contractor Practice Test

(MHIC) Maryland Home Improvement Contractor Practice Test

MHIC Knowledge 5