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This document contains essential study materials and exam questions for the Virginia Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) Licensing Exam. Covering key topics such as state regulations, building codes, contract management, and safety protocols, this resource is designed to help candidates prepare effectively. Whether you're reviewing critical legal requirements or construction best practices, this exam guide ensures a thorough understanding of the knowledge required for certification.

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1. The MOST speci�c information about the size and lo- Floor plan
cation of windows would be found in a

2. What direction does heat ow? Hot to cold

3. What are batter boards stakes and ledger boards
marking building lines

4. What is the MAXIMUM distance between a ventilating 3 feet
opening in an under- oor space and each corner of
the building?

5. What is NOT required in exterior nonbearing walls? Load-bearing headers

6. A lengthwise grain separation between or through the Shake (c 326)
growth rings of lumber is called a

7. The abbreviation "d" in "16d" means Penny

8. Notches may not be located in the ____________ of a Middle 1/3
joist span

9. How should board and batten be installed? 1 inch overlap 10d nails

10. What is the maximum allowable notch in ceiling joists 1/6 the depth of the mem-
ber

11. How MUST rafters be framed to each other Gusset plate (R802.3)

12. What is used to prevent buckling at points of high Squash blocks
stress?

13. Prior to the installation of wood oor how long for 4-5 days
acclimation?



, 14. Where do you start laying parquet ooring Centerline

15. What is the �rst step in carpet installation? Tackless strip

16. What type of nail is used in oor installation 7d or 8d threaded/Cut
steel

17. What should be applied to crevices in wood ooring? Filling

18. What is the best nail for hardwood Ring shank nail

19. What is the maximum size of a oor frame opening? 5 sq ft (62) (R310.2.1)/
4 ft header joist (130)
(R502.10)

20. When installing a string of wall cabinets, the cabinets Be attached to the adja-
should cent cabinets before to the
wall

21. What is the MINIMUM height for a stairway handrail 34 inches

22. A third stairway stringer should be used when the 30 inches
stair width exceeds

23. What type of nail are best for general construction? Smooth shank

24. What is the MAXIMUM ame spread index for insula- 25 (R302.10.1)
tion materials

25. What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation 1/4 inch (R 408.2)
coverings for under- oor space

26. Flexible insulation placed in oor joists above an un- Be well supported be-
heated crawl space should tween joists/using a wire

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