2026| Michigan Builders License Exam
|2026 Update Actual exam|Complete
Frequently Tested Questions And
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Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the construction
of single-family, two-family and buildings consisting of three or more townhouse
units. - ANSWER-IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative - ANSWER-First 2 chapters of code book are
True - ANSWER-Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by the
controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes - ANSWER-Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. - ANSWER-None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
,playground equipment
False - ANSWER-Tables and illustrations are always supported by information
found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. - ANSWER-The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred to
as
True. - ANSWER-If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and
enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. - ANSWER-Illustrations are typically referred to as
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -
ANSWER-Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. - ANSWER-It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the jobsite
at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. - ANSWER-All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
,closets
3. - ANSWER-Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no less
than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. - ANSWER-The maximum height of an egress window above the floor is
5.7 sq ft. - ANSWER-A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a
clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. - ANSWER-At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit, and
must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. - ANSWER-A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. - ANSWER-Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread classification of
no more than ______ .
7 days. - ANSWER-According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's
ability within ____________days.
40%. - ANSWER-A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched
more than ____% of the stud width.
, Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. - ANSWER-The Michigan Uniform
Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. - ANSWER-___________ is a measure of how well the window or door
assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the
assembly will provide.
50%. - ANSWER-Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach
___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. - ANSWER-Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. - ANSWER-Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher
operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. - ANSWER-_______ is the compliance route that applies Table
402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple.
Area weighted averages. - ANSWER-___________ can be used to satisfy U-factor
and SHGC requirements.
IC (Insulation Contact) - ANSWER-Recessed lights must be _____ rated.
True. - ANSWER-Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted
from U-value requirements. T or F
|2026 Update Actual exam|Complete
Frequently Tested Questions And
Verified Answers With Rationales|100%
Accurate Answers | Already Graded A+
Created to serve as a complete, comprehensive code regulating the construction
of single-family, two-family and buildings consisting of three or more townhouse
units. - ANSWER-IRC (International Residential Code)
Administrative - ANSWER-First 2 chapters of code book are
True - ANSWER-Plans or supporting documents are almost always required by the
controlling authority prior to issuing a permit. T or F
Yes - ANSWER-Does the building official have the authority to render
interpretations of the code?
8 foot fence. - ANSWER-None of the following require a permit, EXCEPT:
sidewalks and driveways
tiling
an 8 foot fence
,playground equipment
False - ANSWER-Tables and illustrations are always supported by information
found in the written code and footnotes. T or F
Live load. - ANSWER-The amount of evenly distributed weight imposed by
inhabitants, goods and removable objects on a floor or roof system is referred to
as
True. - ANSWER-If a code requirement is in the book, it is both acceptable and
enforceable by the code official. T or F
Figures. - ANSWER-Illustrations are typically referred to as
Determine that buildings are built to the minimum enforceable standard. -
ANSWER-Generally speaking, the building official's job is to
True. - ANSWER-It is required that all manufacturer instructions be at the jobsite
at the time of inspection. T or F
Kitchen. - ANSWER-All of the following are not considered habitable spaces
EXCEPT:
bathrooms
kitchens
storage spaces
,closets
3. - ANSWER-Bathrooms must be provided with an aggregate glazing area no less
than _____ square feet, half of which must be openable.
44 inches. - ANSWER-The maximum height of an egress window above the floor is
5.7 sq ft. - ANSWER-A basement bedroom must have an egress window with a
clear opening of at least ______ square feet.
3. - ANSWER-At least one side-hinged exit door must be in each dwelling unit, and
must be _____ feet wide.
30 inches. - ANSWER-A porch more than _____ inches above grade must be
provided with 36" guards.
200. - ANSWER-Wall and ceiling finishes shall have a flame-spread classification of
no more than ______ .
7 days. - ANSWER-According to code, concrete must reach at least 70% of it's
ability within ____________days.
40%. - ANSWER-A stud used for a non-bearing partitions may not be notched
more than ____% of the stud width.
, Additions, alterations, renovation and repairs. - ANSWER-The Michigan Uniform
Energy code applies to new buildings as well as
U-factor. - ANSWER-___________ is a measure of how well the window or door
assembly conducts heat. The lower the number, the better insulation the
assembly will provide.
50%. - ANSWER-Energy losses from recessed lighting fixtures can often reach
___% of the total thermal loss of a ceiling.
R-3. - ANSWER-Michigan requires a minimum thermal resistance of
____________for mechanical system piping.
True. - ANSWER-Oversized HVAC equipment has a higher initial cost, a higher
operating cost, provides less comfort, and shorter life expectancy. T or F
Prescriptive Path. - ANSWER-_______ is the compliance route that applies Table
402.1.1 to building envelope components, and is considered the most simple.
Area weighted averages. - ANSWER-___________ can be used to satisfy U-factor
and SHGC requirements.
IC (Insulation Contact) - ANSWER-Recessed lights must be _____ rated.
True. - ANSWER-Up to 15 square feet of glazing per dwelling unit is exempted
from U-value requirements. T or F
