Maryland Home Improvement PSI Exam Study Guide.

Maryland Home Improvement PSI Exam



Maryland Home Improvement PSI Exam
Study Guide.
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



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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


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