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Prac Exam 5
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Soil surface adjacent to the foundation should be | sloped away to provide proper drainage. |
| During an inspection of a gas dryer, you observe no exhaust vent. Your report should | recommend installing a metal dryer duct vented to the exterior. |
| Looking into an open electric service panel you see a wire with evidence of burning. What should you do? | Report on the condition, and inform the homeowner that an electrician should review. |
| The following plumbing fixture valves should all be operated EXCEPT: | Shut-off valves |
| The joints on the exterior of the brick chimney should be | concaved. |
| An electrical wire that is hanging loose with a bare end is seen in the attic of a home. The homeowner says it is an abandoned circuit and is not being used. The quickest way to check the wire is to | use a voltage "sniffer." |
| Which statement BEST describes the action a home inspector should take when a safety issue is found in a home? | Determine the degree of immediacy, and report to the appropriate parties. |
| Generally, which type of item is NOT included in a home inspection? | Cosmetic |
| You are approached by a real estate agent/broker to advertise in their office brochure for a fee. In turn, they will promote your firm as a preferred vendor and recommend you. You should | refuse since it is a violation of ethical practice. |
| You complete your inspection and deliver the report to the client. The seller calls and asks what you found on the inspection. What is your response? | You are not allowed to discuss your findings with them. |
| While inspecting the furnace you detect very high levels of carbon monoxide at the supply air registers. You should | open windows, shut down systems, and advise immediate evaluation by an HVAC contractor. |
| On a previous workday, you left a crawl space access cover off of the access to the pantry. A party fell the next day and was injured. Which of the following insurance types will be used to pay damages? | General liability and homeowners' coverage |
| What should you do in this scenario? You are on a home inspection and you detect a possible gas leak. | Vacate the property Note the problem on the inspection report Notify all those involved and the authorities All of the above |
| When completing the home inspection report, what are you required to do? | Analyze geological hazards Comment on cosmetic features Give an opinion of the property location None of the above |
| While inspecting the air conditioning system, you notice the return air ducts are inadequate. How do you document this on the home inspection report? | Recommend installation of additional return air ducts, including bedrooms |
| Home inspectors are required to describe temperature when inspecting unfinished spaces. | TRUE |
| You are required to comment on which aspects regarding windows? | Absence of window panes Absence of window screens Condition of window screens All of the above |
| If a home has no rain gutters, what should you say on the home inspection report? | There are no rain gutters. |
| It is best to include which statement in your home inspection report after inspecting a vacant property? | Pre-closing inspection recommended. |
| How do you present your findings to a client after completing the home inspection? | In a written report In a digital report Verbally and in a written report Any of the above |
| Do home inspectors comment in home inspection reports about the life expectancy of appliances? | No |
| Rust is found inside the electrical service panel, near the wiring. What should you do? | Use your report to describe what you saw and recommend an electrician to look at the panel. |
| Home inspectors have the ability to make appropriate suggestions for remedies to correct problems. | TRUE |
| What does EIFS stand for? | Exterior insulation and finish system |
| During your inspection of the electrical system, you realize there is an electrical problem. What should you do? | Note the electrical problem in your report. Recommend the client contact a certified electrician. Photograph the problem area. All of the above |
| If you are testing for carbon monoxide accumulation during a home inspection, your report should reflect the equipment you used, test findings in each room and recommendations if anything is found in need of correction. | TRUE |
| If your client requests a “technically exhaustive” inspection, you should | explain you are only able to perform a standard inspection. |
| All deficiencies found during a home inspection should be summarized in your home inspection report and should include repair recommendations. | TRUE |
| Are any of the following comments acceptable to include in a home inspection report? | Home is structurally sound Roof will last for at least another five years Electrical system is perfectly safe None are acceptable in a report |
| Why do weather conditions need to be noted on a home inspection report? | Snow and/or ice could prevent proper inspection of the exterior of the home. |
| If you cannot inspect a particular component for some reason, what should you do? | Mark the item as "not inspected" on the report and provide an explanation. |
| How do you address squeaky floors in your home inspection report? | Simply note it in the report. |
| Basement is dry and is in good condition is an example of what type of statement? | Conclusion |
| If you see bugs in a room, how do you document this in your home inspection report? | Note the observation and recommend the client hire a pest control expert. |
| Home inspection reports include which of the following? | Defects Hazards Missing components All of the above |
| If a client wants to know if the home appliances are properly working, you should | Inform your client in advance that you do not inspect appliances. Inform you client that you do inspect appliances and that you will include your findings in the report. B or C are acceptable responses. |
| Foliage is covering part of the home outside. How should you write this up in your report? | Conclude it may damage the wall of the home. |
| It is appropriate to guess the age of siding on a home and document in your home inspection report. | False |
| Which of the following is not a recreational facility? | Walk-in shower |
| Your job as a home inspector requires you to determine what home components are safe. Which can cause a component to be unsafe? | Damage Improper installation Deterioration All of the above |
| A standard home inspection includes the inspection of hidden components and systems. | False |
| 42. It is proper procedure to include recommendations to correct deficiencies and/or to monitor deficiencies in your home inspection report if they are found in a component or system. | TRUE |
| What does PEX stand for in regards to heating systems? | Cross-linked polyethylene |
| Inspection reports must contain details on which of the following? | Unsafe components or systems Improper functioning of components or systems Components or systems that are nearing the end of their service life All of the above |
| Are you required to inspect sheds, docks and fences? | No |
| Your client is going to run a business from his home. He asks you if the home is suitable for the type of business planned, how do you respond? | "It is not appropriate for me to make a recommendation either way." |
| Can a home inspector make determinations regarding adequacy for any specific component or system? | Yes |
| Home inspectors are required to make determinations in regards to compliance with town and/or city ordinances. | False |
| Home inspectors are required to include information about property values in their home inspection reports. | False |
| Which devices are you required to include in your inspection report? | Carbon monoxide detectors Smoke detectors Only A and B |
| Home inspection reports are required to include the location of both the main water shut-off valve and the fuel shut-off valve. | TRUE |
| You notice the foundation walls have major cracks during an inspection. How do you discuss this in your inspection report? | Describe the cracks and recommend the client hire a structural engineer. |
| You see the heat exchanger is rusted. What do you state in your inspection report? | Describe your findings and recommend the furnace be replaced. |
| Vinyl siding should last approximately how long? | 25 years |
| Bulging plaster is a possible safety concern. | TRUE |
| If you find that existing gutters are pitted you should always recommend the client replace them with copper gutters. | False |
| When including photographs in a home inspection report, including a disclaimer stating that photographs may not reflect all found deficiencies is good practice. | TRUE |
| Roof deck can also be described as __________? | Sheathing |
| Are you required to inspect patios, walkways and driveways? | Yes |
| Narrative reports and checklist reports are acceptable formats for a home inspection report. | TRUE |
| Which of the following are common tools used by home inspectors? | Marble Flashlight Awl All of the above |
| What can you use a magnet for during a home inspection? | To test pipes for iron |
| “Representative number” during an inspection means one of similar components in each room. | TRUE |
| 64. When inspecting a pitched roof, you should include information about possible cleaning, patching and/or sagging on your home inspection report if needed. | TRUE |
| If a flat roof shows evidence of ponding water, there is absolutely no problem with the roof. | False |
| White mineral deposits that often coat brick chimneys is called? | Efflorescence |
| Chimneys can be built of which types of materials? | Stone Concrete block Brick All of the above Incorrect |
| HVAC stands for what in regards to home components? | Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning |
| Home inspectors should inspect solar water heaters, water conditioners and lawn sprinklers. | False |
| Why aren’t home inspectors required to inspect window air conditioning units? | Units do not involve ductwork or vents |
| As a home inspector you must inspect porches, steps with railings, balconies and steps without railings. | TRUE |
| Do home inspectors test water supply quality? | No |
| Are you required to operate manual stop valves as a home inspector? | No |
| Home inspectors are not required to describe fireplaces. | False |
| You see that the temperature and pressure relief valves on the water heater is leaking. You should | recommend the relief valve be replaced. |
| Knob-and-tube wiring is considered obsolete. | TRUE |
| If you use a three light electrical tester during an inspection, you should also use a multimeter. | TRUE |
| Perforated hardboard panels in a garage can appear to be sufficiently fire resistant. | TRUE |
| You should put information about drainage tile in what section of the home inspection report? | Drainage system section |
| Clients need to be told when there are receptacles that have reversed polarity because ______? | the chance of getting shocked is increased. |
| What device should you use to test an electrical wire to determine if it is live? | a voltage detector |
| What is a representative number of outlets to be inspected in every room in a home? | One 2-prong outlet in every room in the home. |
| If you have to deconstruct or dismantle a component before it can be inspected, it is considered _____? | Not readily accessible |
| What does “significantly deficient” mean to a home inspector? | Unsafe |
| The expected service life of a component or system is an average. | TRUE |
| Generally, what causes a bulge in a water service pipe? | Lead |
| All descriptions given in a home inspection report should include your personal opinions. | False |
| Which safety hazard is considered the worst to a home inspector when it comes to safety? | Pinhole in a heat exchanger |
| An arc fault circuit interrupter (AFCI) cuts off power after identifying arcing in wiring. | TRUE |
| All inspection reports should include which of the following disclaimers? | This report is a professional opinion. |
| A proper disclaimer to include in your inspection report is “regardless of inspection findings, client should plan for unexpected repairs.” | TRUE |
| It is imperative to provide your client with a home inspection report that describes the major requirements of any found deficiencies during a home inspection. | TRUE |
| Inspection reports should include what two elements when discussing a basement? | Whether or not it is finished and type |
| When describing the condition of a waste pipe, which of the following observations is appropriate? | Appears to be functional |
| Minor cracks in the foundation walls of a home are generally typical. How do you report these findings? | "Observed common cracks with no leaking at this time." |
| Finished basements have concealed areas. It is appropriate to try to obtain a disclosure statement from the seller to determine the condition of those areas. | TRUE |
| Is it possible to inspect a heating system properly when the pilots aren’t lit? | No |
| Maintenance, materials and installation are all factors that can influence the life expectancy of components and home systems. | TRUE |
| The main benefit of galvanized steel pipes is ______? | they are resistant to corrosion. |
| The most important information to include in your home inspection report about a thermostat is ______? | Location |
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