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Virginia Home Improvement Contracting Exam Q&A 2025/26, Exams of Contract Law

Questions and answers for the 2025/26 Virginia home improvement contracting exam, covering insulation, ventilation, codes, and masonry, based on sources like the insulation handbook, IRC 2018, modern masonry 9th edition, and the PDCA craftsman manual. These questions test knowledge of requirements and best practices, aiding exam preparation. Topics include building materials, safety, and construction. It helps contractors prepare for licensing by reviewing relevant topics and codes. A valuable study aid for passing the exam, it facilitates learning with clear answers and references, mastering required knowledge. A practical guide for understanding key concepts and regulations for Virginia home improvement projects, it is essential for contractors enhancing expertise and ensuring compliance.

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VIRGINIA HOME IMPROVEMENT
CONTRACTING EXAM WITH QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS 2025/26
Which type of floors should insulation be installed? - ✔✔✔
Correct Answer > Floors in heated rooms located over
unheated areas
Insulation Handbook - Page 57
What is the minimum number of bags that would be required
for a 2000 SF home to achieve an insulation resistance of R-19.
- ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 37
Insulation Handbook - Page 162
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VIRGINIA HOME IMPROVEMENT

CONTRACTING EXAM WITH QUESTIONS

AND ANSWERS 2025/

Which type of floors should insulation be installed? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > Floors in heated rooms located over

unheated areas Insulation Handbook - Page 57 What is the minimum number of bags that would be required for a 2000 SF home to achieve an insulation resistance of R-19.

  • ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 37 Insulation Handbook - Page 162

When the air is considered saturated, how much relative

humidity would be present? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 1

Insulation Handbook - Page 34 Where would mandated specifications for ventilation guidelines

be located? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > In locally adopted

building codes Insulation Handbook - Page 95

Dense-packing refers to: - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > A

blow-in method of installing cellulose Insulation Handbook - Page 82 - 83 What density is generally recommended for cellulose insulation

in walls? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 3.0 lb/ft

Insulation Handbook - Page 91

What is the center-to-center spacing of metal veneer ties around the perimeter of a wall opening measuring 36" H x 48"

W? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 36 inches

IRC 2018 - Page 376 What is minimum specified compressive strength of concrete basement walls, foundations, and other concrete not exposed

to the weather with moderate weathering potential? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > 2500

IRC 2018 - Page 90 In what section of the span of a floor joist is it permitted to cut

a notch? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > The outer third of the

span when less than one-sixth the depth of the joist IRC 2018 - Page 141 A comparative measure, expressed as a dimensionless number, derived from visual measurements of the spread of flame

versus time for a material tested in accordance with ASTM E 84

or UL 723 is: - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > FLAME SPREAD

INDEX

IRC 2018 - Page 17 What is the presumed load bearing value in pounds per square

foot of silty sand? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 2000

IRC 2018 - Page 89 Floor cantilevers in cold-formed steel framing shall not exceed

inches. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 24

IRC 2018 - Page 156 The IRC defines a concrete masonry unit as a building unit or block larger in size than inches by 4 inches by 4 inches made of

cement and suitable aggregates. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer

What is the maximum stud spacing for nominal panel thickness of 7/16 inch wood structural panel wall sheathing used to resist

wind pressures? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 24

IRC 2018 - Page 180

What is the minimum thickness of metal flashing? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > 0.019"

IRC 2018 - Page 437 Wood joists exceeding a nominal must be supported laterally by solid blocking, diagonal bridging (wood or metal), or a continuous 1 - inch-by- 3 - inch strip nailed across the bottom of joists perpendicular to joists at intervals not exceeding 8 feet.

Exceptions ignored. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 2 x 12

IRC 2018 - Page 141 Portions of basements that do not contain habitable space or

hallways shall have a ceiling height of not less than: - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > 6 feet, 8 inches

IRC 2018 - Page 65

What is the slope allowance for the bottom of a footing? -

✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 1 in 10

IRC 2018 - Page 99 What is the minimum wall thickness in inches for a plain masonry foundation wall with a height of 7 feet with a unbalanced backfill height of 7 feet constructed in soil

classification GW? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 12

IRC 2018 - Page 112 Where would a certificate NOT be displayed to indicate the R-

values of the dwelling? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Inside

of the garage door IRC 2018 - Page 478

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 105 When abrasive blasting brick, how many pounds of pressure is

suggested? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 60 - 100 psf

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 254 ASTM C94 requires that concrete must be delivered and discharged from a truck mixer within hours after the water

has been added to the mix. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 1 ½

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 393

Curing is the process of controlling: - ✔✔✔ Correct

Answer > Moisture Loss

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 200 On sills, what type of stone is best to protect against

dampness? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Limestone

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 181

Loadbearing tile and nonloadbearing tile are examples of: -

✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Structural clay tile

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 134 In cold weather, what should the curing temperature of normal

concrete be for five days? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 50°

F

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 440 are used in residential veneer construction to anchor

the veneer to frame or masonry backing. - ✔✔✔ Correct

Answer > Galvanized steel ties

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 262

Which of the following is not a part of a masonry arch? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > Radius

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 353 Which specific type of mortar must be used in hurricane winds?

  • ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Type M Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 192 Welded wire reinforcement should be lapped at least one full

stay spacing plus. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 2"

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 396

Which of the following is not a type of masonry mortar? -

✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Type P

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 153

If you have 12 cubic yards of sand, at least how many cubic

yards of cement would you need? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer

> 2 cubic yards

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 302 What is the preferred type of CMU for reinforced concrete

walls? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Two-core block

Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 262

FTX and FTS are types of: - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >

Unglazed facing tile Modern Masonry, 9th Edition - Page 137 Higher molecular weight synthetic resins are generally referred

to as. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Polymers

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 9

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 303

What is the purpose of a solvent? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer

> To dissolve or suspend solid paint constituents and to reduce

viscosity PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 10 Which type of additive can adjust coating properties such as

film build, sag control, flow, and leveling? - ✔✔✔ Correct

Answer > Thixotropes

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 17

Material hazards associated with paint materials include. -

✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Toxicity, fire, and explosion

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 194 Before painting drywall, a skim coat of is recommended before priming to assure a smooth, even finish and conceal

joints & fasteners. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Joint

compound PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 301 What are OSHA's requirements for workers who face fall

hazards on the job? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Training to

recognize and minimize hazards, how to use and maintain safety systems PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 188 Epoxies, catalyzed urethanes, and other alkali-resistant coatings

are most often used to paint which surface? - ✔✔✔ Correct

Answer > Concrete

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 246 According to ASTM, what does the Plastic Sheet method test

for in concrete? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > Moisture

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 7 Before wallcovering is hung on a new, unpainted drywall, it

should be primed with. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer >

Latex or acrylic PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 301

What color has the highest light reflectance value? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > White

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 227

What is one OSHA load requirement for ladders? - ✔✔✔

Correct Answer > Four times their maximum intended

load PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 164 What is the ratio of portland cement to sand when repairing

poured concrete? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > 1:

PDCA Craftsman Manual and Textbook, 8th Edition - Page 40 The bottom of a siding or soffit panel, or accessory piece, opposite the nail hem, which locks onto the preceding panel is

called the: - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > buttlock

Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 1 Where installing a soffit on an open rafter, a soffit panel is to be cut to fit into the slots of the F-channel. How much should be

allowed per side for expansion? - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer

Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly Vinyl Siding & Soffit - Page 9 Corrosion resistant, self-tapping type, truss head or pan head length sufficient to penetrate wall thickness of steel stud or 3⁄4 in. into framing or furring should be used with rigid

PVC siding. - ✔✔✔ Correct Answer > No. 8