NYC HOME IMPROVEMENT CONTRACTOR
EXAM – STUDYGUIDE EXAM WITH
CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS
LATEST ALREADY GRADED A+ 2025 –
2026/LAWS,PERMITS,CONTRACTS
,LICENSING
H.I. Contract Schedule - ANSWERS-Schedule of payments
and the work/services to be performed if the contract calls
for incremental payments.
System Installations in H.I. - ANSWERS-Central heating/air
conditioning, Central vacuum, Doors, windows, awnings,
and Communication systems.
Guarantees or Warranties Allowed - ANSWERS-Only as long
as a defect is likely to show up.
,Guarantees or Warranties Not Allowed - ANSWERS-
"lifetime" guarantees or warranties.
H.I. Contractor License Renewal - ANSWERS-About three
months before license expiration, DCA will mail a renewal
package. It can be renewed by mail, online, or in person at
the DCA Licensing Center.
Painting Considered H.I. - ANSWERS-When there is painting
work being done as part of other home improvement work.
License Application - ANSWERS-You must submit an
application to DCA for a new or renewed license; a separate
home-improvement contractor license is required for each
place of business.
Sales Tax Handling - ANSWERS-Contractors must collect
sales tax for repairs from the consumer and pay it.
Contract Amendment - ANSWERS-The contractor should
provide a written amendment to the contract if a consumer
wants more work done beyond what's in the original
contract.
,Unlicensed Business Consequences - ANSWERS-The DCA will
padlock, close down, and confiscate tools and trucks used in
connection with unlicensed home-improvement work.
Home Improvement Contract Requirements - ANSWERS-
Every home improvement contract must be in writing and
signed by everyone involved, with a complete legible copy
given to the consumer at the time of signing.
Licensed Electrician Requirement - ANSWERS-You must use
a licensed electrician to install anything having to do with
light, heat, and power, regardless of voltage.
Written Estimate Requirement - ANSWERS-A contractor
must furnish a written estimate if the consumer requests
one, including a disclosed fee if applicable.
Consumer's Right to Cancel - ANSWERS-A contractor or sales
person must inform the consumer of their right to cancel a
home improvement contract within three business days
from the contract date.
, Notice of Cancellation - ANSWERS-A separate notice of
cancellation must be provided to the consumer at the time
they sign the contract.
Subcontractor Licensing - ANSWERS-A subcontractor must
have a DCA license to perform home improvement work in
New York City.
Contract Attachment Requirement - ANSWERS-The
contractor or sales person must attach two copies of a
separate completed form titled 'Notice of Cancellation' to
the signed contract.
Employee Obligations - ANSWERS-You must cover
employees with workers' compensation and disability
insurance.
Employee wages reporting - ANSWERS-Must report
employee wages to the Internal Revenue Service, and you
must withhold taxes.
Penalties for false representation - ANSWERS-A contractor
or sales person who lies is subject to fines of up to 500
dollars for each separate misrepresentation; additionally, a
EXAM – STUDYGUIDE EXAM WITH
CORRECT ACTUAL QUESTIONS AND
CORRECTLY WELL DEFINED ANSWERS
LATEST ALREADY GRADED A+ 2025 –
2026/LAWS,PERMITS,CONTRACTS
,LICENSING
H.I. Contract Schedule - ANSWERS-Schedule of payments
and the work/services to be performed if the contract calls
for incremental payments.
System Installations in H.I. - ANSWERS-Central heating/air
conditioning, Central vacuum, Doors, windows, awnings,
and Communication systems.
Guarantees or Warranties Allowed - ANSWERS-Only as long
as a defect is likely to show up.
,Guarantees or Warranties Not Allowed - ANSWERS-
"lifetime" guarantees or warranties.
H.I. Contractor License Renewal - ANSWERS-About three
months before license expiration, DCA will mail a renewal
package. It can be renewed by mail, online, or in person at
the DCA Licensing Center.
Painting Considered H.I. - ANSWERS-When there is painting
work being done as part of other home improvement work.
License Application - ANSWERS-You must submit an
application to DCA for a new or renewed license; a separate
home-improvement contractor license is required for each
place of business.
Sales Tax Handling - ANSWERS-Contractors must collect
sales tax for repairs from the consumer and pay it.
Contract Amendment - ANSWERS-The contractor should
provide a written amendment to the contract if a consumer
wants more work done beyond what's in the original
contract.
,Unlicensed Business Consequences - ANSWERS-The DCA will
padlock, close down, and confiscate tools and trucks used in
connection with unlicensed home-improvement work.
Home Improvement Contract Requirements - ANSWERS-
Every home improvement contract must be in writing and
signed by everyone involved, with a complete legible copy
given to the consumer at the time of signing.
Licensed Electrician Requirement - ANSWERS-You must use
a licensed electrician to install anything having to do with
light, heat, and power, regardless of voltage.
Written Estimate Requirement - ANSWERS-A contractor
must furnish a written estimate if the consumer requests
one, including a disclosed fee if applicable.
Consumer's Right to Cancel - ANSWERS-A contractor or sales
person must inform the consumer of their right to cancel a
home improvement contract within three business days
from the contract date.
, Notice of Cancellation - ANSWERS-A separate notice of
cancellation must be provided to the consumer at the time
they sign the contract.
Subcontractor Licensing - ANSWERS-A subcontractor must
have a DCA license to perform home improvement work in
New York City.
Contract Attachment Requirement - ANSWERS-The
contractor or sales person must attach two copies of a
separate completed form titled 'Notice of Cancellation' to
the signed contract.
Employee Obligations - ANSWERS-You must cover
employees with workers' compensation and disability
insurance.
Employee wages reporting - ANSWERS-Must report
employee wages to the Internal Revenue Service, and you
must withhold taxes.
Penalties for false representation - ANSWERS-A contractor
or sales person who lies is subject to fines of up to 500
dollars for each separate misrepresentation; additionally, a
