VIRGINIA HIC COMPREHENSIVE TEST
SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT.
◉ What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a
reinforced concrete foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches
thick on type SP soil. Answer- 48 inches on center
◉ A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width
exceeds. Answer- 30 inches
◉ Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing
contraction joints is to space them in feet. Answer- 2 times the stab
depth in inches
◉ What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding.
Answer- 1 inches
◉ For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what
is the MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and
reinforcements?. Answer- 1/4 inch
◉ What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for
under-floor space. Answer- 1/4 inch
, ◉ The MOST specific information about the size and location of
windows would be found in a. Answer- Floor plan
◉ What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area
lighting. Answer- 5 foot candles
◉ in drywall 3 trim is used to. Answer- provide a finish edge
◉ What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for
anchoring a 12 foot section of wood still plate to a foundation.
Answer- two bolts
◉ What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area
for an egress window in a second floor sleeping area. Answer- 5.70
square feet
◉ Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide
vertically in the side jambs. Answer- Double hung windows
◉ Damp proofing on below-grade masonry foundation walls shall
extend from the top of the footing to. Answer- 6 inches above the
finished grade
◉ Scaffolds MUST remain a MINIMUM of how many feet from a
50-kV power line. Answer- 10 feet
◉ The REQUIREMENT for the thickness of masonry unit bed joints
for the second course shall be. Answer- 3/8 inches
SCRIPT 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
SOLUTIONS 100% CORRECT.
◉ What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a
reinforced concrete foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches
thick on type SP soil. Answer- 48 inches on center
◉ A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width
exceeds. Answer- 30 inches
◉ Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing
contraction joints is to space them in feet. Answer- 2 times the stab
depth in inches
◉ What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding.
Answer- 1 inches
◉ For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what
is the MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and
reinforcements?. Answer- 1/4 inch
◉ What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for
under-floor space. Answer- 1/4 inch
, ◉ The MOST specific information about the size and location of
windows would be found in a. Answer- Floor plan
◉ What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area
lighting. Answer- 5 foot candles
◉ in drywall 3 trim is used to. Answer- provide a finish edge
◉ What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for
anchoring a 12 foot section of wood still plate to a foundation.
Answer- two bolts
◉ What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area
for an egress window in a second floor sleeping area. Answer- 5.70
square feet
◉ Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide
vertically in the side jambs. Answer- Double hung windows
◉ Damp proofing on below-grade masonry foundation walls shall
extend from the top of the footing to. Answer- 6 inches above the
finished grade
◉ Scaffolds MUST remain a MINIMUM of how many feet from a
50-kV power line. Answer- 10 feet
◉ The REQUIREMENT for the thickness of masonry unit bed joints
for the second course shall be. Answer- 3/8 inches