MHIC NASCLA CONTRACTORS EXAM REVIEW QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS

Does home improvement include work done on an individual condominium unit? correct answer: Yes Does home improvement include work done on a swimming pool? correct answer: Yes Does a home improvement contract HAVE to be in writing in order to preserve your lien rights? correct answer: Yes Contractors who can only contract with a contractor or a subcontractor are: correct answer: Subcontractors A county or municipality in Maryland _____________ require a contractor to get authorization from an official in that city to be able to contract in that municipality. correct answer: Cannot A county or municipality in Maryland _______________ regulate the character, performance and quality of home improvement. correct answer: Can How many members are there in the Maryland Home Improvement Commission? correct answer: 7 Of the 7 members on the Commission, how many are experienced in home improvement? correct answer: 3 What is the term of a member on the Commission? Associated Answers correct answer: 4 Years How long must a person be a citizen and member of Maryland before they can be appointed to the Commission? correct answer: 5 years It is illegal for a member of the Commission to receive any compensation from a person regulated by the Commission. correct answer: True How often does the Commission hold meetings at a minimum? correct answer: 12 times a year The _______________ is a full time employee of the State. correct answer: Executive Director People hired to investigate complaints about home improvement projects work under: correct answer: the Director of the Commission If the Commission decides to sue a contractor because they believe that the contractor has or will cause h