MICHIGAN MAINTENANCE & ALTERATION CONTRACTOR
LICENSE EXAM NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALL ANSWERED {100 Q & A} ALREADY GRADED A+ |
BRAND NEW! | 100% GUARANTEED PASS
1. Which fastener is best for securing drywall to wood
framing?
a. Roofing nails
b. Drywall screws
c. Finish nails
d. Galvanized staples
b. Drywall screws
Drywall screws have coarse threads that grip wood framing and
prevent popping.
2. In masonry, what is “efflorescence”?
a. Structural failure
b. Crumbling
c. White powdery deposits
d. Mold growth
c. White powdery deposits
Efflorescence is caused by water-soluble salts surfacing on
brick or block.
3. OSHA requires fall protection for heights above:
a. 2 feet
b. 4 feet
c. 6 feet
,d. 10 feet
c. 6 feet
For residential construction, OSHA mandates fall protection for
work above 6 feet.
4. What is a contractor’s best protection against disputes?
a. Verbal agreements
b. Client trust
c. Detailed written contracts
d. Social media posts
c. Detailed written contracts
A detailed contract outlines expectations, scope, and payment,
reducing the risk of disputes.
5. Which of the following best describes the purpose of a
punch list?
a. List of subcontractors
b. List of approved tools
c. Final list of incomplete or corrective work
d. Daily time log
,c. Final list of incomplete or corrective work
The punch list is created near project completion to ensure all
items are addressed before final payment.
6. How many days does a contractor have to respond
to a complaint from LARA?
a. 3 days
b. 7 days
c. 10 days
d. 30 days
c. 10 days
Michigan law requires licensees to respond to a LARA complaint
within 10 days.
7. Which of the following can void a contractor’s
insurance coverage?
a. Filing too many permits
b. Performing work outside of licensed classification
c. Working during weekends
d. Not using subcontractors
b. Performing work outside of licensed classification
Insurance policies may exclude coverage if the contractor
performs unauthorized or unlicensed work.
8. Who must be notified if a contractor changes business
address?
a. Local zoning board
b. Clients only
c. Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
d. Chamber of Commerce
c. Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
, License holders must notify LARA of address changes to
maintain current records.
9. The most common cause of construction delays is:
a. Excessive inspections
b. Material shortages
c. Poor weather and lack of planning
d. Worker vacations
c. Poor weather and lack of planning
Unforeseen weather and poor project management often lead to
delays.
10. Which trade is not eligible under the Maintenance &
Alteration license?
a. Carpentry
b. Roofing
c. HVAC
d. Masonry
c. HVAC
HVAC work requires its own mechanical license and is not
included in the M&A license scope.
11. Which safety gear is required when cutting wood with
a circular saw?
a. Steel toe boots
b. Dust mask
c. Hard hat
d. Safety glasses
d. Safety glasses
Safety glasses protect the eyes from flying wood chips and
debris.
LICENSE EXAM NEWEST 2026 ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT DETAILED ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
ALL ANSWERED {100 Q & A} ALREADY GRADED A+ |
BRAND NEW! | 100% GUARANTEED PASS
1. Which fastener is best for securing drywall to wood
framing?
a. Roofing nails
b. Drywall screws
c. Finish nails
d. Galvanized staples
b. Drywall screws
Drywall screws have coarse threads that grip wood framing and
prevent popping.
2. In masonry, what is “efflorescence”?
a. Structural failure
b. Crumbling
c. White powdery deposits
d. Mold growth
c. White powdery deposits
Efflorescence is caused by water-soluble salts surfacing on
brick or block.
3. OSHA requires fall protection for heights above:
a. 2 feet
b. 4 feet
c. 6 feet
,d. 10 feet
c. 6 feet
For residential construction, OSHA mandates fall protection for
work above 6 feet.
4. What is a contractor’s best protection against disputes?
a. Verbal agreements
b. Client trust
c. Detailed written contracts
d. Social media posts
c. Detailed written contracts
A detailed contract outlines expectations, scope, and payment,
reducing the risk of disputes.
5. Which of the following best describes the purpose of a
punch list?
a. List of subcontractors
b. List of approved tools
c. Final list of incomplete or corrective work
d. Daily time log
,c. Final list of incomplete or corrective work
The punch list is created near project completion to ensure all
items are addressed before final payment.
6. How many days does a contractor have to respond
to a complaint from LARA?
a. 3 days
b. 7 days
c. 10 days
d. 30 days
c. 10 days
Michigan law requires licensees to respond to a LARA complaint
within 10 days.
7. Which of the following can void a contractor’s
insurance coverage?
a. Filing too many permits
b. Performing work outside of licensed classification
c. Working during weekends
d. Not using subcontractors
b. Performing work outside of licensed classification
Insurance policies may exclude coverage if the contractor
performs unauthorized or unlicensed work.
8. Who must be notified if a contractor changes business
address?
a. Local zoning board
b. Clients only
c. Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
d. Chamber of Commerce
c. Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
, License holders must notify LARA of address changes to
maintain current records.
9. The most common cause of construction delays is:
a. Excessive inspections
b. Material shortages
c. Poor weather and lack of planning
d. Worker vacations
c. Poor weather and lack of planning
Unforeseen weather and poor project management often lead to
delays.
10. Which trade is not eligible under the Maintenance &
Alteration license?
a. Carpentry
b. Roofing
c. HVAC
d. Masonry
c. HVAC
HVAC work requires its own mechanical license and is not
included in the M&A license scope.
11. Which safety gear is required when cutting wood with
a circular saw?
a. Steel toe boots
b. Dust mask
c. Hard hat
d. Safety glasses
d. Safety glasses
Safety glasses protect the eyes from flying wood chips and
debris.
