MICHIGAN BUILDERS LICENSE TOP FINAL
STUDY PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
◉ Durability
Surface soundness
Reducing cracking. Answer: Besides ensuring the proper strength of
concrete, proper curing of concrete also aids in:
◉ 12"
R1003.2 Chimneys. Answer: What is the minimum thickness of
concrete footings for fireplaces?
◉ 3 1/2". Answer: What is the minimum thickness of concrete used
for floors on grade?
◉ Hot days and large pours with small crews. Answer: Retarders
slow down the setting time of concrete allowing more time for
finishing. This is especially useful on:
◉ True.. Answer: When pouring concrete directly on earth for
exterior purposes such as driveways and side walks, if the base is
dry it will tend to draw the moisture out of the concrete
,prematurely. It's a good idea to moisten the base prior to the pour,
no puddles though.
◉ Concrete not being air entrained
Overworking while finishing air entrained concrete Exposure to
deicers within 30 days of the pour. Answer: Scaling of concrete is
caused by?
◉ True.. Answer: Concrete with larger aggregate will need less air
entrainment. T or F
◉ Sand and water.. Answer: When air entrainment is used the
amount of _________ in the mix is reduced. T or F
◉ Cool damp conditions.. Answer: Concrete cures best in?
◉ Once.. Answer: Transit mix concrete allows for water to be added
to the mix ________ at the jobsite.
◉ Hydrolic cement or epoxy injection.. Answer: To repair a crack in a
concrete foundation wall use
◉ Slope the ground away from the wall 5%
Use impermeable backfill at the building perimeter
,Install downspouts that carry water away from the foundations.
Answer: The best way to avoid moisture problems below grade is to:
◉ House wrap.. Answer: ___________ allows water vapor molecules to
pass through, while keeping out liquid rain water.
◉ Siding.. Answer: __________ is the first line of defense against
moisture coming in contact with the wall framing, insulation and
interior wall finishing.
◉ 6". Answer: Exterior wood framed walls, sheathed walls and wood
sidings that are less than ____" above finished grade must be made of
either naturally durable wood or preservative treated wood.
◉ 1 1/4 inch. Answer: The minimum horizontal lap for fiber cement
siding is
◉ U-factor.. Answer: The IECC defines _______ as: The rate at which a
window, door, or skylight conducts non-solar heat flow
◉ True.. Answer: The lower the U-factor, the more energy efficient
the window is. T or F
◉ Storm doors
, Hot tub enclosure
Unframed swinging doors. Answer: Which of the following areas
require safety glazing?
◉ 30". Answer: The International Residential Code requires a cricket
or saddle built immediately upslope and behind any chimney wider
than ______".
◉ 14 1/2 inches. Answer: What is the actual distance between studs
that are placed at 16" O.C.?
◉ Moisture to escape.. Answer: Housewrap is a special infiltration
barrier on the outside surface of the wall sheathing that is installed
before the siding is installed. It's high tech design prevents air
infiltration while still allowing:
◉ Which is 6 inches of drop over 10 feet.. Answer: The required
slope for the grade around a home away from the foundation is least
5 % for the first 10 feet.
◉ 6 inches.. Answer: Exposed insulating material applied to the
exterior of foundation walls shall be protected to a minimum depth
of _________ below the finished grade.
◉ Michigan Uniform Energy Code. Answer: MUEC
STUDY PAPER 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS
◉ Durability
Surface soundness
Reducing cracking. Answer: Besides ensuring the proper strength of
concrete, proper curing of concrete also aids in:
◉ 12"
R1003.2 Chimneys. Answer: What is the minimum thickness of
concrete footings for fireplaces?
◉ 3 1/2". Answer: What is the minimum thickness of concrete used
for floors on grade?
◉ Hot days and large pours with small crews. Answer: Retarders
slow down the setting time of concrete allowing more time for
finishing. This is especially useful on:
◉ True.. Answer: When pouring concrete directly on earth for
exterior purposes such as driveways and side walks, if the base is
dry it will tend to draw the moisture out of the concrete
,prematurely. It's a good idea to moisten the base prior to the pour,
no puddles though.
◉ Concrete not being air entrained
Overworking while finishing air entrained concrete Exposure to
deicers within 30 days of the pour. Answer: Scaling of concrete is
caused by?
◉ True.. Answer: Concrete with larger aggregate will need less air
entrainment. T or F
◉ Sand and water.. Answer: When air entrainment is used the
amount of _________ in the mix is reduced. T or F
◉ Cool damp conditions.. Answer: Concrete cures best in?
◉ Once.. Answer: Transit mix concrete allows for water to be added
to the mix ________ at the jobsite.
◉ Hydrolic cement or epoxy injection.. Answer: To repair a crack in a
concrete foundation wall use
◉ Slope the ground away from the wall 5%
Use impermeable backfill at the building perimeter
,Install downspouts that carry water away from the foundations.
Answer: The best way to avoid moisture problems below grade is to:
◉ House wrap.. Answer: ___________ allows water vapor molecules to
pass through, while keeping out liquid rain water.
◉ Siding.. Answer: __________ is the first line of defense against
moisture coming in contact with the wall framing, insulation and
interior wall finishing.
◉ 6". Answer: Exterior wood framed walls, sheathed walls and wood
sidings that are less than ____" above finished grade must be made of
either naturally durable wood or preservative treated wood.
◉ 1 1/4 inch. Answer: The minimum horizontal lap for fiber cement
siding is
◉ U-factor.. Answer: The IECC defines _______ as: The rate at which a
window, door, or skylight conducts non-solar heat flow
◉ True.. Answer: The lower the U-factor, the more energy efficient
the window is. T or F
◉ Storm doors
, Hot tub enclosure
Unframed swinging doors. Answer: Which of the following areas
require safety glazing?
◉ 30". Answer: The International Residential Code requires a cricket
or saddle built immediately upslope and behind any chimney wider
than ______".
◉ 14 1/2 inches. Answer: What is the actual distance between studs
that are placed at 16" O.C.?
◉ Moisture to escape.. Answer: Housewrap is a special infiltration
barrier on the outside surface of the wall sheathing that is installed
before the siding is installed. It's high tech design prevents air
infiltration while still allowing:
◉ Which is 6 inches of drop over 10 feet.. Answer: The required
slope for the grade around a home away from the foundation is least
5 % for the first 10 feet.
◉ 6 inches.. Answer: Exposed insulating material applied to the
exterior of foundation walls shall be protected to a minimum depth
of _________ below the finished grade.
◉ Michigan Uniform Energy Code. Answer: MUEC
