STUDY GUIDE QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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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 - ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 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 -
ANSWER 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 - ANSWER 2. fence contractor