Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
What is the 1st offense penalty for engaging in the practice of residential building without a license?
- ansNot less than $5K and not more than $25K and/or 1 year
What is the penalty for engaging in the practice of residential building, resulting in a death? - ansNot
less than $5K and not more than $50K and/or 4 years
On your individual builder's license application, what should you write as your "business address"? -
ansYour personal address
What is the cost of the individual builder's license? - ans$195
After receiving your residential builder's license, what are the only trades that are not covered by
your license? - ans-Plumbing
-Electrical
-HVAC
Who is the TESTING company for the State of Michigan? - ansPSI
What is the name of the DEPARTMENT that regulates your license? - ansLARA
Before you may test, what must you do? - ansPresent 2 forms of ID
How should you schedule your test with PSI? - ans-Online
-Mail
-Phone/Fax
When will you receive your test score? - ansImmediately following the completion of the test
What are the 2 parts of the Residential Builder's Exam? - ans-Business & Law
-Practice & Trade
How long will you have to complete the Practice & Trade portion of the exam? - ans180 mins
What is a quick asset ratio? - ans1 to 1
Under the carpentry section of the test, what does a "span table" tell us? - ansWhat species and
what grade of lumbar a floor joist has to be to span a certain distance
Which topics will be covered on the Practice & Trade portion of the exam? - ans-Carpentry
,Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
-Roofing
-Insulation
Do you need a Residential Builder's License to work on commercial projects? - ansNo
Where does the most fraud occur? - ansThe residential market
As a builder, your license falls under the regulation of what? - ans-Rules by the director & board
-Laws of The State of Michigan
What is the make up of the 9 members of the board? - ans-6 individuals that have a
license/registration in the occupation in which the board monitors
-3 members of the general public
Under the definition of occupation code, what does the word "limitation" refer to? - ansA condition,
stricture, restraint or probation attached to a license relative to the scope of practice
Who, upon completing a hearing, shall assess a penalty(ies)? - ansThe Board
If you fail to renew your license/registration on or before the expiration date, how many days do you
have to resubmit with the proper payment and late fee? - ans60 Days
When the department is investigating a complaint and finds evidence of a violation, what actions
can be brought against them? - ans-Cease & desist order
-Formal complaint
-Citation
How many days after the administrative law hearings examiner hears the report, must a
determination of penalties be made by the board? - ans60 Days
What is a compliance conference? - ansA meeting where the respondent meets with the department
to discuss the complaint against them
What is a possible penalty for operating without a residential builder's license? - ans-A placement of
a limitation on the license
-Probation
-Suspension of license
,Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
What does a residential structure mean? - ansA premise used or intended to be used for a residence
purpose and related facilities appurtenant to the premises used or intended to be used as an adjunct
of residential occupancy
When can an employee other than the listed salesperson make a sale? - ansWhen it's occasional and
incidental to the person's principle employment
Why would someone be allowed to operate without a residential builder's license? - ans-They are an
authorized representative of the US Government
-They are the owner of a rental property with reference to the maintenance and alteration of that
rental property
-An owner of property with reference to a structure on the property for the owner's own use and
occupancy
Beginning the license cycle after Dec 21st, 2007, the department shall issue the license of a
residential builder and residential maintenance and alteration contractor for a period of how many
years duration? - ans3 years
After receiving your initial residential builder's license, how many hours of continuing competency
are required within the next 3 years? - ans21 hours
How is the salesperson license changed when the salesperson desires to change employment from 1
residential builder to another? - ans-License will be forwarded to the department
-An application for transfer is made
-New license under the new employer will be issued
Regarding workmanship, how long does a client have to file a "verified complaint"? - ans18 months
If a licensed residential builder or licensed residential maintenance and alteration contractor wishes
to change the control or direction of the business, how long do they have to report that change to
the department? - ans10 days
The department shall conduct a review upon the notice that the licensee has violated the asbestos
abatement contractors licensing act, what is a possible consequence for this violation? - ans-The
department may suspend/revoke that person's license
-Fines may be issued
, Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
When the board issues the findings of a verified complaint, what happens? - ans-Department will
post on its website any final order of the board and the date it was issued
According to the Administrative Rules, what does and application for a license include? - ans-The
residence address of all individuals, partners, officers and/or members as requested by the board
-The address if the principle place of business in Michigan
Upon final order of license suspension/revocation, the licensee shall surrender the license to the
department within how many days of the date of suspension/revocation? - ans10 days
According to the Administrative Rules, what shall a licensee include on all advertising? - ans-Name
on license
-License number
-Actual business address as shown on license
According to the purchase & sales agreement, the builder/contractor shall make certain that the
written agreement clearly states the terms of the transaction, including what? - ans-Specifications &
cost
-Type & quality of materials
-Type & amount of work to be done
After investigation, the department may request a licensee to appear at such ________________ as
is necessary to determine whether there is cause for a complaint that would require a hearing or
dismissal of the complaint. - ansInvestigative Conference
Who can represent a respondent in a complaint? - ans-Attorney
-His/Her own self
What act was created to collect fees for the regulation of certain occupations, professions, and for
certain agencies and businesses; to create certain funds; and to prescribe certain powers and duties
of certain states agencies adepts? - ansState License Fee Act
What act encourages and contributes to the rehabilitation of former offenders and to assist them in
the assumption of the responsibilities of citizenship - ansOccupational License for Former Offenders
Act
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
What is the 1st offense penalty for engaging in the practice of residential building without a license?
- ansNot less than $5K and not more than $25K and/or 1 year
What is the penalty for engaging in the practice of residential building, resulting in a death? - ansNot
less than $5K and not more than $50K and/or 4 years
On your individual builder's license application, what should you write as your "business address"? -
ansYour personal address
What is the cost of the individual builder's license? - ans$195
After receiving your residential builder's license, what are the only trades that are not covered by
your license? - ans-Plumbing
-Electrical
-HVAC
Who is the TESTING company for the State of Michigan? - ansPSI
What is the name of the DEPARTMENT that regulates your license? - ansLARA
Before you may test, what must you do? - ansPresent 2 forms of ID
How should you schedule your test with PSI? - ans-Online
-Phone/Fax
When will you receive your test score? - ansImmediately following the completion of the test
What are the 2 parts of the Residential Builder's Exam? - ans-Business & Law
-Practice & Trade
How long will you have to complete the Practice & Trade portion of the exam? - ans180 mins
What is a quick asset ratio? - ans1 to 1
Under the carpentry section of the test, what does a "span table" tell us? - ansWhat species and
what grade of lumbar a floor joist has to be to span a certain distance
Which topics will be covered on the Practice & Trade portion of the exam? - ans-Carpentry
,Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
-Roofing
-Insulation
Do you need a Residential Builder's License to work on commercial projects? - ansNo
Where does the most fraud occur? - ansThe residential market
As a builder, your license falls under the regulation of what? - ans-Rules by the director & board
-Laws of The State of Michigan
What is the make up of the 9 members of the board? - ans-6 individuals that have a
license/registration in the occupation in which the board monitors
-3 members of the general public
Under the definition of occupation code, what does the word "limitation" refer to? - ansA condition,
stricture, restraint or probation attached to a license relative to the scope of practice
Who, upon completing a hearing, shall assess a penalty(ies)? - ansThe Board
If you fail to renew your license/registration on or before the expiration date, how many days do you
have to resubmit with the proper payment and late fee? - ans60 Days
When the department is investigating a complaint and finds evidence of a violation, what actions
can be brought against them? - ans-Cease & desist order
-Formal complaint
-Citation
How many days after the administrative law hearings examiner hears the report, must a
determination of penalties be made by the board? - ans60 Days
What is a compliance conference? - ansA meeting where the respondent meets with the department
to discuss the complaint against them
What is a possible penalty for operating without a residential builder's license? - ans-A placement of
a limitation on the license
-Probation
-Suspension of license
,Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
What does a residential structure mean? - ansA premise used or intended to be used for a residence
purpose and related facilities appurtenant to the premises used or intended to be used as an adjunct
of residential occupancy
When can an employee other than the listed salesperson make a sale? - ansWhen it's occasional and
incidental to the person's principle employment
Why would someone be allowed to operate without a residential builder's license? - ans-They are an
authorized representative of the US Government
-They are the owner of a rental property with reference to the maintenance and alteration of that
rental property
-An owner of property with reference to a structure on the property for the owner's own use and
occupancy
Beginning the license cycle after Dec 21st, 2007, the department shall issue the license of a
residential builder and residential maintenance and alteration contractor for a period of how many
years duration? - ans3 years
After receiving your initial residential builder's license, how many hours of continuing competency
are required within the next 3 years? - ans21 hours
How is the salesperson license changed when the salesperson desires to change employment from 1
residential builder to another? - ans-License will be forwarded to the department
-An application for transfer is made
-New license under the new employer will be issued
Regarding workmanship, how long does a client have to file a "verified complaint"? - ans18 months
If a licensed residential builder or licensed residential maintenance and alteration contractor wishes
to change the control or direction of the business, how long do they have to report that change to
the department? - ans10 days
The department shall conduct a review upon the notice that the licensee has violated the asbestos
abatement contractors licensing act, what is a possible consequence for this violation? - ans-The
department may suspend/revoke that person's license
-Fines may be issued
, Michigan Residential Builder’s License – Actual Exam Questions & Answers (2025
Edition) – Fully Solved, Verified Study Guide.
This document contains the complete and up-to-date collection of actual test
questions and 100% verified answers for the 2025 Michigan Residential Builder’s
License Exam. It includes both Business & Law and Practice & Trade sections,
covering key areas such as state regulations, licensing laws, building codes,
contract types, OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards, construction math, lien law,
estimating, structural components, and material science. Ideal for exam
preparation, this A+ graded resource ensures full coverage of required knowledge
for passing the licensing exam in Michigan.
100% Verified Exam Study Guide 2025
When the board issues the findings of a verified complaint, what happens? - ans-Department will
post on its website any final order of the board and the date it was issued
According to the Administrative Rules, what does and application for a license include? - ans-The
residence address of all individuals, partners, officers and/or members as requested by the board
-The address if the principle place of business in Michigan
Upon final order of license suspension/revocation, the licensee shall surrender the license to the
department within how many days of the date of suspension/revocation? - ans10 days
According to the Administrative Rules, what shall a licensee include on all advertising? - ans-Name
on license
-License number
-Actual business address as shown on license
According to the purchase & sales agreement, the builder/contractor shall make certain that the
written agreement clearly states the terms of the transaction, including what? - ans-Specifications &
cost
-Type & quality of materials
-Type & amount of work to be done
After investigation, the department may request a licensee to appear at such ________________ as
is necessary to determine whether there is cause for a complaint that would require a hearing or
dismissal of the complaint. - ansInvestigative Conference
Who can represent a respondent in a complaint? - ans-Attorney
-His/Her own self
What act was created to collect fees for the regulation of certain occupations, professions, and for
certain agencies and businesses; to create certain funds; and to prescribe certain powers and duties
of certain states agencies adepts? - ansState License Fee Act
What act encourages and contributes to the rehabilitation of former offenders and to assist them in
the assumption of the responsibilities of citizenship - ansOccupational License for Former Offenders
Act
