Bc Owner Builder

BC OWNER BUILDER EXAM 2026 | ALL EXAM
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS |
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Which of the following is acceptable for a single subcontractor to perform?
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a. To manage and pay all sub trades involved in the construction of the
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owner-built
b. To complete the entire build if they provided their references and have
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experience
c. To manage and complete all structural components of the newly built
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home
d. To complete the foundation, framing, roofing, cladding, windows, door,
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not interior ---------CORRECT ANSWER -----------------c
N N N




If a room is 12m x 9m, what diagonal measurement confirms the room is squ
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are?
a. 15m
b. 12m
c. 9m
d. 13m CORRECT ANSWER -----------------a
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Which of the following statements is false regarding pellet stoves?
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a. Can operate without electric or battery power
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b. One of cleanest forms combustion, very low emissions
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c. Require little attention as pellets fed into stove automatically
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d. Typically more efficient than traditional wood stove
N N CORRECT N N N N N ----------------------------


ANSWER a



How are step flashings installed on a shingle
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d roof?
N


a. In pieces overlapping like shingles
N N N N

, b. A continuous single piece under shingles
N N N N N

c. Top edge of flashing let into a kerf
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d. A continuous single piece over shingles ---------CORRECT ANSWER-----
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a



What is the result if end closers are not installed on a concrete tile roof?
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a. Snow and moisture would enter the structure
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b. It would detract from aesthetics
N N N N


c. It would reduce the fire-retardant classification
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d. Ventilation needs would be surpassed ---------CORRECT ANSWER-------
N N N N N N


a



Which statement regarding general contracting activities is false?
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a. Owner builders can select and hire construction workers for the project
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b. Owner builders can hire family members to work on construction projects
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c. Owner builders can delegate this role to licensed residential home
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builder
d. Owner builders are expected to manage all or substantially all
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construction ---------CORRECT ANSWER -----------------c
N N




At what depth of excavation is a ladder required to be provided?
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a. 8 ft
N


b. 4 ft
N


c. 16 ft N


d. 25 ft ---------CORRECT ANSWER -----------------b
N N N




What kind of window has a side attachment/hinge?
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a. Sash
b. Casement
c. Awning
d. Other CORRECT ANSWER ---------------- b
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