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Top virginia hic exams revised 2026, Exams of Construction

George Mason University (GMU)Construction

Prepare for the Virginia Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) Construction Exam with this comprehensive study resource designed for contractors, remodelers, and construction professionals. This exam prep material helps candidates review key topics such as home improvement regulations, residential construction, framing, drywall, roofing, siding, safety, windows and doors, and contractor licensing requirements in Virginia. Ideal for anyone preparing for the Virginia HIC specialty exam and looking to improve confidence before test day.

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Part 1 : questions
1. The MINIMUN length drywall screw for installing 1/2 inch gypsum board to wood
studs is
2. What is the MINIMUM breaking strength required of safety belt lanyards
3. What is the MINIMUM clearance that combustible insulation MUST other heat-
producing devices
4. What is the MAXIMUM flame spread index for insulation materials
5. The amount of water per sack of cement is what controls all EXCEPT
6. The escape device for a trench over 4 feet deep MUST be within a MAXIMUM of
7. What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door
8. What is the MINIMUM height for a stairway handrail
9. How MUST rafters be framed to each other
10. The nailing holes in aluminium and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for
11. What are batter boards
12. The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is
13. What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the top
of a masonry partition wall
14. What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a reinforced concrete
foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches thick on type SP soil
15. A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds
16. Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing contraction joints is to
space them in feet
17. What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding
18. For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what is the MINIMUM
thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements?
19. What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under-floor space
20. The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be
found in a
21. What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting in drywall
3 trim is used to
22. in drywall 3 trim is used to
23. What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for anchoring a 12 foot
section of wood still plate to a foundation
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exam questions and answers

Part 1 : questions

  1. The MINIMUN length drywall screw for installing 1/2 inch gypsum board to wood studs is
  2. What is the MINIMUM breaking strength required of safety belt lanyards
  3. What is the MINIMUM clearance that combustible insulation MUST other heat- producing devices
  4. What is the MAXIMUM flame spread index for insulation materials
  5. The amount of water per sack of cement is what controls all EXCEPT
  6. The escape device for a trench over 4 feet deep MUST be within a MAXIMUM of
  7. What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door
  8. What is the MINIMUM height for a stairway handrail
  9. How MUST rafters be framed to each other
  10. The nailing holes in aluminium and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for
  11. What are batter boards
  12. The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is
  13. What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the top of a masonry partition wall
  14. What is the MINIMUM vertical reinforcement spacing for a reinforced concrete foundation wall that is 7 feet high and 10 inches thick on type SP soil
  15. A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds
  16. Unless otherwise specified, the standard guideline for spacing contraction joints is to space them in feet
  17. What is the MINIMUM lap of riveted horizontal lap siding
  18. For multiple-width masonry (mampostería de ancho múltiple) what is the MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements?
  19. What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under-floor space
  20. The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be found in a
  21. What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting in drywall 3 trim is used to
  22. in drywall 3 trim is used to
  23. What is the MINIMUM number of anchor bolts REQUIRED for anchoring a 12 foot section of wood still plate to a foundation
  1. What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area for an egress window in a second floor sleeping area
  2. Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide vertically in the side jambs
  3. Damp proofing on below-grade masonry foundation walls shall extend from the top of the footing to
  4. Scaffolds MUST remain a MINIMUM of how many feet from a 50-kV power line
  5. The REQUIREMENT for the thickness of masonry unit bed joints for the second course shall be
  6. What is not REQUIRED in exterior non bearing walls
  7. What is the typical exposure of 3-tab asphalt shingles
  8. A lengthwise grain separation between or through the growth rings of lumber is called a
  9. What is the MINIMUM roof slope REQUIRED for modified biturmen roofing
  10. Flexible insulation placed in floor joists above an unheated crawl space should
  11. When lumber dries in tends to shrink
  12. What is the MAXIMUM thickness for an 8 foot high hollow masonry foundation wall that is 4 feet below finish grade on the exterior
  13. When MUST a saddle be installed on a chimney
  14. What is the MAXIMUM recommended spacing for 5/8 inch drywall installed on a wall at right angles to framing members
  15. increasing the slump of concrete
  16. In a Vinyl soffit installation what type of accessory is used
  17. In a crawl space how far from the floor joints do you need to place vapor retarder
  18. What is the maximum lateral distance to egress when working in a trench? 10 - 15 – 25
  19. What type of latex coating will not chalk when applied to exterior walls
  20. Employee brought his own tools to work, who's responsible for the tools safety Employer or the employee
  21. What is the maximum thickness of bed joint
  22. What is first step in finishing concrete
  23. Ice dam protection needs to be _________ from the edge of eaves
  24. Prior to the installation of wood floor how long for acclimation
  25. Where to install radiant heat barrier in attic
  26. High wind area how many fasteners per shingle
  27. what kind of siding can be vertically installed
  28. space ties on concrete walls distance between ties
  29. When building a block foundation where does one start
  30. What is the maximum area for a window glazing panel in a 1 hr fire rated door installation on interior wall
  31. A door frame consists of what parts
  1. 1/4 inch
  2. Floor plan
  3. 5 foot candles
  4. provide a finish edge
  5. two bolts
  6. 5.70 square feet
  7. Double hung windows
  8. 6 inches above the finished grade
  9. 10 feet
  10. 3/8 inches
  11. a singles flat 2" x 4 member for opening up to 8 feet wide
  12. 5 inches
  13. Shake
  14. 1/4 inch in 12
  15. Be well supported between joists
  16. More in width than length
  17. 8 inches
  18. When the chimney is greater than 30 inches wide
  19. 24 inches
  20. increases the wetness
  21. J & F Chanel
  22. Top Soil
  23. 25
  24. Latex
  25. Employer
  26. 3.8 joint
  27. Screeding
  28. 24 inch
  29. 4 - 5 days
  30. Rafters
  31. 6 fasteners
  32. Panel Boarden
  33. 24 inch
  34. Corners
  35. 100 sq
  36. one head, two sidejob
  37. mineral surfaced asphalt
  38. 6 feet
  39. Blueboard
  40. Centerline
  41. 3 feet about roof
  1. Flatwork
  2. Penny
  3. Glazing
  4. Fast expansion
  5. 1/2 inches
  6. Nailed to trimmer stud and then chalked to the wall
  7. Be butted tightly
  8. Be attached to the adjacent cabinets before to the wall
  9. type S
  11. between joists
  12. 8 inches

Virginia HIC Exam with provided questions and

answers

  1. The MOST specific information about the size and location of windows would be found in a Floor plan
  2. What direction does heat flow? Hot to cold
  3. What are batter boards stakes and ledger boards marking building lines
  4. What is the MAXIMUM distance between a ventilating opening in an under-floor space and each corner of the building? 3 feet
  5. What is NOT required in exterior nonbearing walls? Load-bearing headers
  1. What is the maximum size of a floor frame opening? 5 sq ft (62) (R310.2.1)/ 4 ft header joist (130) (R502.10)
  2. When installing a string of wall cabinets, the cabinets should Be attached to the adjacent cabinets before to the wall
  3. What is the MINIMUM height for a stairway handrail 34 inches
  4. A third stairway stringer should be used when the stair width exceeds 30 inches
  5. What type of nail are best for general construction? Smooth shank
  6. What is the MAXIMUM flame spread index for insulation materials 25 (R302.10.1)
  7. What is the MAXIMUM dimension of the ventilation coverings for under-floor space 1/4 inch (R 408.2)
  8. Flexible insulation placed in floor joists above an unheated crawl space should Be well supported between joists/using a wire mesh or rigid board (c 904-5)
  9. In a crawl space how far from the floor joints do you need to place vapor retarder Top Soil
  10. Ice dam protection needs to be _________ from the edge of eaves 24 inches (R905.1.2)
  11. Where to install radiant heat barrier in attic Rafters
  12. What is the major advantage of icynene over polyurethane foam Can be poured instead of sprayed
  13. In a crawl space, what kind of vapor retarder should be used? 6 mil or 8 mil
  14. When batt insulation is installed a vapor retarder that __________ is commonly

4 mil polyethylene

  1. What is the minimum amount of space that is allowed between roof sheeting and insulation to allow the passage of air? 1 1/2 in
  2. In a ceiling batt insulation where is the vapor retarder placed? Against the back of ceiling finish
  3. A vapor retarder on blanket installation MUST Face the warm side of the wall
  4. How should radiant heat barrier be installed Either rafters (1st choice)/ perforated
  5. The nailing holes in aluminum and vinyl siding are elongated to allow for Expansion and contraction
  6. What is the MINIMUM lap of rabbeted horizontal lap siding 1/2 inches (R703.5.3)
  7. In a Vinyl soffit installation what type of accessory is used J or F Channel (c 677)
  8. What kind of siding can be vertically installed Board and Batten/Plywood
  9. Fiber cement siding for exterior weather wall, the minimum thickness should be 5/16 inches (R703.3)
  10. What is the clearance for an exterior wood siding and finish grade where the wood is untreated 8 inches
  11. How is furring installed on horizontal vinyl siding? Strips should be installed vertically and completely around doors and windows
  12. What is not a siding accessory? Z-channel
  13. The MINIMUN length drywall screw for installing 1/2 inch gypsum board to wood studs is

Turpentine

  1. Where should you start painting a room? Ceilings
  2. What controls the flow of paint in an airless sprayer? Orifice
  3. What causes cracking or allegatoring? Not enough drying-time in between coats
  4. What is the typical exposure of 3-tab asphalt shingles? 5 inches (c 644)
  5. What is the MINIMUM roof slope REQUIRED for modified bitumen roofing? 1/4 inch in 12 (R905.11)
  6. When MUST a saddle be installed on a chimney When the chimney is greater than 30 inches wide
  7. High wind area how many fasteners per shingle 6 fasteners
  8. What material is acceptable for valley on asphalt shingle roof installation mineral surfaced asphalt
  9. What is the minimum slope required of asphalt shingle roof? 2 1/2 in 12
  10. Nails used to fasten concrete roofing tiles must penetrate the deck a MINIMUM of how many inches? 3/4 inch
  11. What is the correct sequence for installing a bi-fold door Top track, lower track, insert bottom pivot, insert upper pivot
  12. What is the MINIMUM square footage of net clear opening area for an egress window in a second floor sleeping area 5.70 square feet
  1. Which window type consists of an upper and a lower sash that slide vertically in the side jambs? Double hung
  2. What is the maximum area for a window glazing panel in a 1 hr fire rated door installation on interior wall 100 sqft
  3. A door frame consists of what parts? 2 side jambs, One head, & surrounding assembly
  4. What is the maximum threshold height for R-3 egress door (non sliding) 1/2 inches
  5. Door casing should be Nailed to trimmer stud and then chalked to the wall
  6. What is the MINIMUM width of a main entrance door in residential construction? 3 ft
  7. On a fire rated exterior door the hardware including latching force may not exceed _______ Ibs 15 lbs
  8. Building codes requires a window area not less than ______ percent of total floor area? 8
  9. The lowest part of the clear opening of a window shall be a minimum of 24 inches above the finished floor
  10. How is the hand of a door determined? By the location of the hinges when the door is viewed from the inside.
  11. What is the MAXIMUM distance horizontal reinforcement can be placed from the top of a masonry partition wall 16 inches
  12. For multiple-width masonry what is the MINIMUM thickness of grout between masonry units and reinforcements

increases the wetness

  1. What is first step in finishing concrete Screeding
  2. space ties on concrete walls distance between ties 24 inches
  3. Concrete with a clump of 4" can be used for _______ Flatwork
  4. Which type of mortar is used for lower grade foundation Type M
  5. To facilitate handing most specifications will allow adding ___________ to concrete admixture
  6. In a mortar mixture an example of a component in hydrated lime is

Chalk

  1. How long must concrete cure before installing wood floors? 60 days
  2. What is the diameter of #5 Rebar? 5/8 inch
  3. What is the diameter of #3 rebar? 3/8 inch
  4. What is used to remove air pockets from plain concrete Vibration
  5. Timing for floating and trowling is critical in producing A smooth and durable surface
  6. Work sites may allow more water to be added to the concrete mixture if Maintain the slump, without exceeding the allow water - cement ratio
  7. What is the minimum requirement for the compressive strength of concrete used in a garage floor in a severe exposure area

3,500 PSI

  1. Actual standard size of a concrete block? 7 5/8 x 7 6/8 x 13 5/
  2. What is the MINIMUM breaking strength required of safety belt lanyards 5,400 pounds
  3. What is the MINIMUM clearance that combustible insulation MUST other heat-producing devices 1 inch
  4. The escape device for a trench over 4 feet deep MUST be within a MAXIMUM of 25 feet of the worker
  5. What is the MINIMUM illumination for general constructions area lighting 5 foot candles
  6. Employee brought his own tools to work, who's responsible for the tools safety Employer or the employee Employer
  7. The first step that needs to be taken prior to starting any excavation work is contracting the local utility companies
  8. Scaffolds MUST remain a MINIMUM of how many feet from a 50-kV power line 10 feet
  9. Guards on open sided walking surfaces need to be located more than________measured vertically to the floor 6 feet
  10. The top of the ladder shall extend at least _______ above the edge of the roof 3 feet about roof
  11. OSHA requires that guardrails be placed between __________ and _________ above scaffold planks