MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED
(2024/2025) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
Registered design professional. - ANS ✓The 2009 IECC requires a permanent
certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The certificate shall be
completed by the builder or
State energy code requirements. - ANS ✓One hurdle contractors face when
bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the design,
and also meet
False. - ANS ✓Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code
changes. T or F
R-value
Settled thickness
Manufacturer name - ANS ✓Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be
documented with:
March 2011. - ANS ✓The new Michigan codes took effect in
10. - ANS ✓Below grade walls are insulated from the top of the basement wall
down to _____ below grade, or the basement floor, whichever is less.
Area weighted average. - ANS ✓The _______ is the combined Solar Heat Gain
Coefficient of all the glazed fenestration products in the building.
Thermal insulation R-values
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Design criteria
Equipment systems - ANS ✓Plans and specifications must be detailed in
regards to:
2009. - ANS ✓In Michigan, the residential energy code is based on the _____ IECC,
with certain amendments.
Air leakage. - ANS ✓___________ is the rate of air infiltration in the presence of a
specific pressure differential.
Windows
Attic access hatches
Recessed lights - ANS ✓Air leakage is the random movement of air into and out
of ________ through cracks and holes.
Table 402.1.1
2009 IECC - ANS ✓R-values for insulation and fenestration requirements by
component can be found in
International Energy Conservation Code - ANS ✓IECC
U-factor and UA alternatives. - ANS ✓The _____________ compliance method
allows for more innovative construction techniques like SIPs or Advanced
Framing.
500 sq feet - ANS ✓R-30 is permitted in vaulted ceilings, but is limited to
True. - ANS ✓Floor insulation must be installed to maintain permanent and
continuous contact with the underside of the subfloor decking. T or F
5, 6 and 7. - ANS ✓Michigan falls into climate zones
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False. - ANS ✓It is permissible for supply ducts to be run through the framing
cavities of a residential building. T or F
IC rated (Insulation Contact) - ANS ✓__________ means an electrical fixture has
been tested and listed as suitable for installation in a cavity where the fixture
may come in contact with insulation.
3%. - ANS ✓According to the Dept. of Energy, improved energy codes could
reduce CO2 emissions by
300 sq ft. - ANS ✓Attic insulation markers must be installed every _____ square
feet.
True. - ANS ✓Buildings that are exempted from the new regulations are those
with very low energy use or ones that are neither heated or cooled. T or F
Yes. - ANS ✓A contractor needs to remove a non-load bearing wall, does he need
to pull a permit?
No. - ANS ✓A concrete contractor has been hired by an owner to install a
driveway and sidewalks. The lot is flat and the concrete is being place on
undisturbed earth with a prepared base. Does the contractor need to pull a
permit?
Yes. - ANS ✓A permit has been issued for a building project and there is a code
infraction in the building plans that has been overlooked by the building official.
Can the building official require a correction to a project that they previously
overlooked?
Health department. - ANS ✓Who issues a well and septic permit?
200 sq. feet.
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, MICHIGAN
IRC R105 - ANS ✓Permits are not required for one story detached accessory
structures not exceeding:
The next business day. - ANS ✓If work requiring a permit is provided in an
emergency situation, the permit application must be submitted within:
True. - ANS ✓If an inspection official is refused entry to a building project, the
official will have recourse to the remedies provided by law which include
securing a warrant from the court and returning with an officer of the law.
No.
IRC R104.8 - ANS ✓Can a building official be held liable for any damage
occurring to persons or property as a result of their actions or inaction?
Yes. - ANS ✓An owner needs a foundation wall repaired, it has seriously buckled
due to excessive lateral loading from soil pressure. Does the contractor need to
pull a permit?
6 ft.
IRC R105.2 - ANS ✓Although contractors should check for restrictive covenants
and local zoning requirements, a permit isn't required from the building official
for installing a fence not over _______ tall.
180 days. - ANS ✓If a permit is applied for but not yet approved and the
applicant is not persueing approval after______ days the application will be
considered abandoned.
Yes. - ANS ✓Can a building official revoke a Certificate of Occupancy?
True. - ANS ✓When a project requiring a permit has commenced prior to the
issuance of a permit, the building official is authorized to charge an additional
fee. T or F
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MICHIGAN
MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS UPDATED
(2024/2025) (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
Registered design professional. - ANS ✓The 2009 IECC requires a permanent
certificate posted on the electrical distribution panel. The certificate shall be
completed by the builder or
State energy code requirements. - ANS ✓One hurdle contractors face when
bidding for an energy efficient project is choosing materials that fit the design,
and also meet
False. - ANS ✓Historically significant buildings are not exempt from code
changes. T or F
R-value
Settled thickness
Manufacturer name - ANS ✓Insulation products (blown and sprayed) must be
documented with:
March 2011. - ANS ✓The new Michigan codes took effect in
10. - ANS ✓Below grade walls are insulated from the top of the basement wall
down to _____ below grade, or the basement floor, whichever is less.
Area weighted average. - ANS ✓The _______ is the combined Solar Heat Gain
Coefficient of all the glazed fenestration products in the building.
Thermal insulation R-values
1
MICHIGAN
,MICHIGAN
Design criteria
Equipment systems - ANS ✓Plans and specifications must be detailed in
regards to:
2009. - ANS ✓In Michigan, the residential energy code is based on the _____ IECC,
with certain amendments.
Air leakage. - ANS ✓___________ is the rate of air infiltration in the presence of a
specific pressure differential.
Windows
Attic access hatches
Recessed lights - ANS ✓Air leakage is the random movement of air into and out
of ________ through cracks and holes.
Table 402.1.1
2009 IECC - ANS ✓R-values for insulation and fenestration requirements by
component can be found in
International Energy Conservation Code - ANS ✓IECC
U-factor and UA alternatives. - ANS ✓The _____________ compliance method
allows for more innovative construction techniques like SIPs or Advanced
Framing.
500 sq feet - ANS ✓R-30 is permitted in vaulted ceilings, but is limited to
True. - ANS ✓Floor insulation must be installed to maintain permanent and
continuous contact with the underside of the subfloor decking. T or F
5, 6 and 7. - ANS ✓Michigan falls into climate zones
2
MICHIGAN
,MICHIGAN
False. - ANS ✓It is permissible for supply ducts to be run through the framing
cavities of a residential building. T or F
IC rated (Insulation Contact) - ANS ✓__________ means an electrical fixture has
been tested and listed as suitable for installation in a cavity where the fixture
may come in contact with insulation.
3%. - ANS ✓According to the Dept. of Energy, improved energy codes could
reduce CO2 emissions by
300 sq ft. - ANS ✓Attic insulation markers must be installed every _____ square
feet.
True. - ANS ✓Buildings that are exempted from the new regulations are those
with very low energy use or ones that are neither heated or cooled. T or F
Yes. - ANS ✓A contractor needs to remove a non-load bearing wall, does he need
to pull a permit?
No. - ANS ✓A concrete contractor has been hired by an owner to install a
driveway and sidewalks. The lot is flat and the concrete is being place on
undisturbed earth with a prepared base. Does the contractor need to pull a
permit?
Yes. - ANS ✓A permit has been issued for a building project and there is a code
infraction in the building plans that has been overlooked by the building official.
Can the building official require a correction to a project that they previously
overlooked?
Health department. - ANS ✓Who issues a well and septic permit?
200 sq. feet.
3
MICHIGAN
, MICHIGAN
IRC R105 - ANS ✓Permits are not required for one story detached accessory
structures not exceeding:
The next business day. - ANS ✓If work requiring a permit is provided in an
emergency situation, the permit application must be submitted within:
True. - ANS ✓If an inspection official is refused entry to a building project, the
official will have recourse to the remedies provided by law which include
securing a warrant from the court and returning with an officer of the law.
No.
IRC R104.8 - ANS ✓Can a building official be held liable for any damage
occurring to persons or property as a result of their actions or inaction?
Yes. - ANS ✓An owner needs a foundation wall repaired, it has seriously buckled
due to excessive lateral loading from soil pressure. Does the contractor need to
pull a permit?
6 ft.
IRC R105.2 - ANS ✓Although contractors should check for restrictive covenants
and local zoning requirements, a permit isn't required from the building official
for installing a fence not over _______ tall.
180 days. - ANS ✓If a permit is applied for but not yet approved and the
applicant is not persueing approval after______ days the application will be
considered abandoned.
Yes. - ANS ✓Can a building official revoke a Certificate of Occupancy?
True. - ANS ✓When a project requiring a permit has commenced prior to the
issuance of a permit, the building official is authorized to charge an additional
fee. T or F
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