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Maryland Home Improvement Contractor License Exam (MHIC)

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Can You Take the Maryland MHIC Contractor Exam?

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Age
Education
Qualifying construction/home improvement experience and related education are considered under MHIC requirements; no separate academic degree requirement is stated on the cited requirements page.
Experience
At least two years of qualifying trade experience or related education, subject to MHIC review and permitted substitutions.
Background Check
Disclose applicable felony convictions and home-improvement-related misdemeanors and provide records as required by MHIC.
Additional Requirements
  • •Obtain PSI approval and pass the MHIC contractor examination.
  • •Provide proof of financial solvency; a surety bond or indemnitor may address failure to meet the solvency guidelines.
  • •Maintain at least $50,000 liability insurance and submit proof with the license application.
  • •Complete business registration and good-standing documentation when applicable.

Maryland MHIC Contractor Quick Facts

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Retake Policy

Wait 30 days after an initial failure; each subsequent retest requires 60 days. Pay the examination fee for every attempt.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$63
Total Estimated Cost$63 exam fee plus references and separately applicable licensing, insurance, or financial-responsibility costs
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Maryland MHIC Contractor Exam Details

Maryland Home Improvement Contractor License Exam (MHIC)

Administered by Maryland Home Improvement Commission

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39 of 55 scored items (70% minimum)
Passing Score
55
Questions
150
Minutes
$63 examination fee; license application and insurance costs are separate
Exam Fee
Study time: Varies with experience; no official preparation duration published
Prerequisites: At least two years of qualifying home improvement, construction, or related experience/education; PSI approval before testing.
Valid for: Apply for licensure within two years of passing or the examination score expires. The initial MHIC license period is two years.

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Maryland Home Improvement Commission content outline

Home Improvement Law41 of 55 items

Maryland home improvement licensing law, Commission authority, business responsibilities, and homeowner protections.

Door-to-Door Sales Act4 of 55 items

Maryland door-to-door sales requirements and cancellation protections.

Labor Laws3 of 55 items

Labor-law requirements in the PSI-approved content outline.

Safety Regulations4 of 55 items

Safety requirements in the PSI-approved content outline.

Estimating3 of 55 items

Estimating principles in the PSI-approved content outline.

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