Louisiana Residential Contractors License Exam |
Questions & Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Exam Prep |
Graded A+
1. If a contractor receives a written notice of unsafe conditions, what steps
should they take to comply with regulations?
They can ignore the notice if they believe it is incorrect.
They should address the unsafe conditions promptly and notify the
building official of the corrective actions taken.
They should wait for the next inspection before taking any action.
They should contact the media to dispute the notice.
2. According to the International Building Code, the minimum depth required of
footings is?
24 inches
15 inches
18 inches
12 inches
3. If a contractor is building a new home in Louisiana and decides to use
insulation with an R value of R-6 for the supply ducts in the attic, what
potential issue could arise during the inspection process?
The insulation will be praised for its innovative design.
The insulation may not meet the required energy efficiency
standards.
The insulation will be considered too thick for the space.
, The insulation will increase the overall cost of the project significantly.
4. Concrete in some instances requires integral waterproofing. This can BEST be
achieved by
longer vibration
longer curing period
addition of a waterproofing agent to the mix
addition of more cement in the mix
5. In a Group H-5 occupancy, the distance of travel from any point in a service
corridor or door into a fabrication area must be a max of feet
75
50
100
25
6. What is the minimum required width and thickness for concrete footings
supporting light-frame construction for a two-story 32-foot-wide house with
a crawl space, in a locale with a 30 psf snow load and soil with a load-
bearing value of 2000?
19 inches by 6 inches
13 inches by 6 inches
24 inches by 7 inches
12 inches by 6 inches
7. Subsoil drains shall not be less than in diameter
4"
, 2"
1" 1/2
3"
8. If a contractor is building a new home and plans to install an interior masonry
fireplace, what steps should they take to ensure compliance with clearance
regulations?
Install the fireplace without regard to clearance as it is not enforced.
Consult the homeowner for their preferred clearance distance.
Ensure that the fireplace is installed with a minimum clearance of 36
inches to all combustibles.
Use non-combustible materials for the entire room to eliminate
clearance requirements.
9. Which entity is responsible for setting the refund policy for permit fees in
Louisiana?
The Department of Public Safety
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Legislature
Local government authorities
10. Permits shall be invalid if work is not started within days of the date of the
permit , unless holder of the permit can prove that the failure to start was
beyond his/her control
60
120
30
, 90
11. What safety factor is used in the design of retaining walls?
1.5
3
2.5
3.5
12. If a contractor is building in Louisiana, what climate-related factor must they
consider when selecting materials?
Humidity levels
Snow load capacity
Earthquake resistance
Wind speed tolerance
13. If a contractor decides to use No. 6 reinforcing bars in a shotcrete
application, what potential issue could arise?
Increased flexibility of the structure
Easier application of shotcrete
Structural failure due to inadequate bonding
Improved strength of the shotcrete
14. Minimum width of each door used as a means of egress
32"
34"
24"
Questions & Answers | Latest Update 2026 | Exam Prep |
Graded A+
1. If a contractor receives a written notice of unsafe conditions, what steps
should they take to comply with regulations?
They can ignore the notice if they believe it is incorrect.
They should address the unsafe conditions promptly and notify the
building official of the corrective actions taken.
They should wait for the next inspection before taking any action.
They should contact the media to dispute the notice.
2. According to the International Building Code, the minimum depth required of
footings is?
24 inches
15 inches
18 inches
12 inches
3. If a contractor is building a new home in Louisiana and decides to use
insulation with an R value of R-6 for the supply ducts in the attic, what
potential issue could arise during the inspection process?
The insulation will be praised for its innovative design.
The insulation may not meet the required energy efficiency
standards.
The insulation will be considered too thick for the space.
, The insulation will increase the overall cost of the project significantly.
4. Concrete in some instances requires integral waterproofing. This can BEST be
achieved by
longer vibration
longer curing period
addition of a waterproofing agent to the mix
addition of more cement in the mix
5. In a Group H-5 occupancy, the distance of travel from any point in a service
corridor or door into a fabrication area must be a max of feet
75
50
100
25
6. What is the minimum required width and thickness for concrete footings
supporting light-frame construction for a two-story 32-foot-wide house with
a crawl space, in a locale with a 30 psf snow load and soil with a load-
bearing value of 2000?
19 inches by 6 inches
13 inches by 6 inches
24 inches by 7 inches
12 inches by 6 inches
7. Subsoil drains shall not be less than in diameter
4"
, 2"
1" 1/2
3"
8. If a contractor is building a new home and plans to install an interior masonry
fireplace, what steps should they take to ensure compliance with clearance
regulations?
Install the fireplace without regard to clearance as it is not enforced.
Consult the homeowner for their preferred clearance distance.
Ensure that the fireplace is installed with a minimum clearance of 36
inches to all combustibles.
Use non-combustible materials for the entire room to eliminate
clearance requirements.
9. Which entity is responsible for setting the refund policy for permit fees in
Louisiana?
The Department of Public Safety
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors
The State Legislature
Local government authorities
10. Permits shall be invalid if work is not started within days of the date of the
permit , unless holder of the permit can prove that the failure to start was
beyond his/her control
60
120
30
, 90
11. What safety factor is used in the design of retaining walls?
1.5
3
2.5
3.5
12. If a contractor is building in Louisiana, what climate-related factor must they
consider when selecting materials?
Humidity levels
Snow load capacity
Earthquake resistance
Wind speed tolerance
13. If a contractor decides to use No. 6 reinforcing bars in a shotcrete
application, what potential issue could arise?
Increased flexibility of the structure
Easier application of shotcrete
Structural failure due to inadequate bonding
Improved strength of the shotcrete
14. Minimum width of each door used as a means of egress
32"
34"
24"
