MARYLAND HOME IMPROVEMENT PSI
EXAM STUDY GUIDE LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
k A Home Improvement Contractor is a person who offers to
1. perform repairs for a homeowner
2. construct a new home for a homeowner
3. sell supplies or equipment to a "do-it-yourself" homeowner
4. alter plumbing lines to accommodate new appliances - 1. perform repairs for a homeowner
What is the MAXIMUM deposit permitted for a project with a total contract price of $1,500?
1. $150
2. $500
3. $750
4. $1,500 - 2. $500
What is the MAXIMUM amount that a home improvement contractor may pay to a homeowner for
referring a client to the contractor?
1. $100
2. $1,000
3. 10% of the contract amount
4. The contractor is NOT permitted to compensate the homeowner for referrals - 4. The contractor is
NOT permitted to compensate the homeowner for referrals
All of the following are exempt from licensing under the Home Improvement Law EXCEPT:
, 1. licensed architect
2. fence contractor
3. salesperson for a licensed plumbing contractor
4. Licensed security systems technician - 2. fence contractor
An applicant was denied a license after a hearing. When may the applicant reapply?
1. 30 days
2. 60 days
3. 6 months
4. 1 year - 3. 6 months
What license is required for a telephone salesperson that works as an independent contractor for a
home improvement contractor?
1. Salesperson
2. Contractor
3. Subcontractor
4. No license is required - 4. No license is required
The Home Improvement Commission holds a hearing to determine the status of an individual's
application for licensure. The Commission MUST notify the applicant of its decision within:
1. 10 days after the hearing
2. 30 days after the hearing
3. 60 days after the hearing
4. 180 days after the hearing - 3. 60 days after the hearing
EXAM STUDY GUIDE LATEST UPDATE
GRADED A+
k A Home Improvement Contractor is a person who offers to
1. perform repairs for a homeowner
2. construct a new home for a homeowner
3. sell supplies or equipment to a "do-it-yourself" homeowner
4. alter plumbing lines to accommodate new appliances - 1. perform repairs for a homeowner
What is the MAXIMUM deposit permitted for a project with a total contract price of $1,500?
1. $150
2. $500
3. $750
4. $1,500 - 2. $500
What is the MAXIMUM amount that a home improvement contractor may pay to a homeowner for
referring a client to the contractor?
1. $100
2. $1,000
3. 10% of the contract amount
4. The contractor is NOT permitted to compensate the homeowner for referrals - 4. The contractor is
NOT permitted to compensate the homeowner for referrals
All of the following are exempt from licensing under the Home Improvement Law EXCEPT:
, 1. licensed architect
2. fence contractor
3. salesperson for a licensed plumbing contractor
4. Licensed security systems technician - 2. fence contractor
An applicant was denied a license after a hearing. When may the applicant reapply?
1. 30 days
2. 60 days
3. 6 months
4. 1 year - 3. 6 months
What license is required for a telephone salesperson that works as an independent contractor for a
home improvement contractor?
1. Salesperson
2. Contractor
3. Subcontractor
4. No license is required - 4. No license is required
The Home Improvement Commission holds a hearing to determine the status of an individual's
application for licensure. The Commission MUST notify the applicant of its decision within:
1. 10 days after the hearing
2. 30 days after the hearing
3. 60 days after the hearing
4. 180 days after the hearing - 3. 60 days after the hearing
