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Combined Tests
Combined the module unit tests into one place to practice!
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A roof is only considered defective if it A) is buckling B) is beyond its life expectancy C) is leaking D) is missing shingles | C) is leaking |
| The two components of a roof are A) Trusses and vents B) Gutters and flashing C) Rafters and collar ties D) Deck and the covering | D) The Deck and the covering |
| Two types of roof construction are A) Truss and rafter B) Post and beam C) Slab on grade D) A & C | A) Truss and rafter |
| TRUE or FALSE The purpose of gutters is to direct water away from the Foundation? | TRUE |
| The air passages underneath the fascia boards that work in conjunction with the ridge vent to circulate air through the attic are A) Roof vents B) Soffit vents C) Valley flashing D) A & C | B) Soffit vents |
| TRUE or FALSE The Standards of Practice for inspecting roofs says all home inspectors must walk on roofs when the pitch is less than 40 degrees | FALSE |
| The disadvantages to walking on a roof include A) Damaging Roof covering B) Close inspection of Flashing and Chimney C) Risk of injury D) A & C | D) A & C |
| Masonry chimneys usually show deterioration due to A) Old mortar B) Too large and too hot of fire in the firebox C) Water infiltration and freeze cycle D) Wind erosion | C) Water infiltration and the freeze cycle |
| Chimneys located within 10 feet of the ridge of the roof must extend __________ above the ridgeline in order to prevent downdrafts A) 2' B) 3' C) 10' D) There is no height requirement | A) 2' |
| The main purpose of the wall covering on the exterior of the house is to A) Beautify the house B) Provide a surface to paint upon C) Protect the interior from the weather D) Bear the weight of the Roof | C) Protect the interior from the weather |
| No matter what components or systems of the house you are inspecting you should always be considering SOC, which stands for A) Same Order and Care B) Safety Operation and Condition C) Stay On Course D) Substance over Caution | B) Safety Operation and Condition |
| When performing the inspection of the exterior of the house one penetration of particular note should be the high efficiency piping {if present}. The exhaust pipe should be directed _______ and the air intake directed ________ | A) Downward and upward B) Upward and downward C) Both horiztonal D) It does not matter ANSWER, B |
| The entire exterior grounds are part of the home inspection. The aspects of the grounds and property that are of concern to the inspector are those that relate to | A) Safety and conditions that will affect the structure of the house B) Extensive landscaping C) Maintenance and yard work D) Property lines ANSWER, A |
| Grading for newer construction should be given an even larger than 1 to 10 ratio of slope away from the foundation because | A) New homes are more easily damaged by water B) Environmental concerns prevent the use of older, more effective materials C) Weepers in new construction are not broken in yet D) Backfill around foundation has yet to settle ANSWER, D |
| A swale is A) A bump in a sidewalk that may be a trip hazard B) A porch with no footers C) A ditch to help with drainage away from the foundation D) A bubble in vinyl siding caused by heat | C) A ditch to help with drainage away from the foundation |
| When inspecting trees near the foundation of the house it is good to remember that A) Trees will draw water away from the foundation B) Roots help stabilize the soil from erosion C) Where the branches extend so do the roots below D) A and B | C) Where the branches extend so do the roots below |
| The main difference between a deck and a porch is A) A porch is in front of the house B) Decks are raised C) Porches have steps leading to them D) Porches are covered | D) Porches are covered |
| The proper fastening method for the ledger board of a deck or porch to be attached to a house with A) Screws B) Lag bolts C) Nails D) Joist hangers | B) Lag bolts |
| TRUE or FALSE Stairs should be pitched at an angle between 20 and 38 degrees to ensure that people of all ages can safely navigate them | TRUE |
| The electric service lateral must be a minimum of __________________ above the driveway to be considered safe A) 18 feet B) 12 meters C) 12 feet D) 6 feet | C) 12 feet |
| The Standards of Practice state that home inspectors are not required to inspect retaining walls. Under what circumstances might a retaining wall be included in a home inspection report? | A) The retaining wall is impacting the structure of the house B) The retaining wall is unsightly C) The retaining wall is impacting the driveway D) A and C ANSWER, D |
| TRUE or FALSE The main difference between inspecting a detached and an attached garage is the inspection of an attached garage does not begin until you enter the garage itself | TRUE |
| The main objective when inspecting an attached garage is | A) Making sure there is room for automobiles B) Finding potential fire hazards that may affect the main dwelling C) Operating the windows and doors D) Checking for storage areas for tools and power equipment ANSWER, B |
| Some common defects associated with garages are A) Heaving concrete slab B) No GFCI protected outlets C) Missing photoelectric sensor device D) All of the above | D) All of the above |
| To inspect a detached garage the same procedure is followed as the attached garage plus | A) You must inspect the roof, exterior walls, and electrical B) The common wall between the garage and the main house C) The possibility of conversion to a living space for the in-laws D) Whether it is within the property line ANSWER, A |
| TRUE or FALSE Inspecting apartment buildings and multi-family dwelling is radically different than inspecting a single family house | FALSE |
| An example of foundation style (design) is A) Stone B) Poured-in-place concrete C) IFC's (insulated concrete forms) D) Crawl space | D) Crawl space |
| When inspecting a crawl space ventilation is an important concern. ___________________ per 100 square feet of area is recommended | A) 10 square inches of ventilation B) 20 square inches of ventilation C) 100 square inches of ventilation D) 150 square inches of ventilation ANSWER, D |
| The main purpose of a foundation is to transfer the entire load of the house to the bottom of A) The footer B) Pier C) The slab D) None of the above | A) The footer |
| Home inspectors should be looking to see if the foundation A) Is below the frost line B) Matches the footprint of the house C) Is moving or has moved D) A and B | C) Is moving or has moved |
| Some exterior indicators of foundation movement are A) Distortion or sags in the ridge line of the roof peak B) Angle other than 90 degrees for the walls to the foundation (aka racking) C) Chimney out of plumb D) All of the above | D) All of the above |
| TRUE or FALSE If you are unsure about the seriousness of a foundation crack you should make your best guess in order not to seem less than professional as a home inspector | FALSE |
| TRUE OR FALSE Cracks that do not pierce the wall or show displacement in any direction should not be considered structural | TRTUE |
| Cracks _____ or larger should be considered serious and warrant further investigation A) 1/32 in B) 1/16 in C) 1/8 in D) 3/8 in | D) 3/8 in |
| Step cracks are usually seen in _________ types of foundations A) Pier B) Stone/rubble C) Block D) Slab on grade | C) Block |
| The type of crack that should raise most concern is a A) Displaced horizontal crack B) Displaced vertical crack C) Plumber's crack D) Step crack | A) Displaced horizontal crack |
| Efflorescence found on block walls in the basement is an indication of A) Mold B) Water infiltration C) Poor masonry D) All of the above | B) Water infiltration |
| A dry basement will have A) Mold or mildew B) Pools of water on floor C) Condensation on walls D) None of the above | D) None of the above |
| To tell if a horizontal crack is displaced an inspector can use A) A plumb bob B) A compass C) A 4 foot level D) Nothing, displacement does not matter in horizontal cracks | C) A 4 foot level |
| The mechanisms that transfer moisture from the outside of the house to the basement interior include A) Air movement B) Capillary action C) Tidal force D) A and B | D) A and B |
| TRUE or FALSE A sump pump is used to send water away from the basement | TRUE |
| As a home inspector you should write in your report that a sump pump has a GFCI outlet or it does not; but not report either situation as a defect. Why? | A) A GFCI outlet tripped by water will not allow the sump pump to work when needed B) An unprotected outlet near a water source is an electrical shock hazard C) The industry cannot agree on a common opinion in this matter D) All of the above ANSWER, D |
| TRUE or FALSE An attic is defined as a livable space above the ceiling | FALSE |
| TRUE or FALSE Attics show little about the overall condition of the house | FALSE |
| Information about the house that can be found in the attic includes A) Electrical issues B) Roof operation C) Insulation adequacy D) All of the above | D) All the above |
| Home inspectors are not required to A) Enter an attic that is not readily accessible or poses a safety risk B) Inspect insulation in unfinished spaces C) Inspect the ventilation in attic spaces D) All of the above | A) Enter an attic that is not readily accessible or poses a safety risk |
| TRUE or FALSE The home inspector is required to calculate the R value of the insulation in the attic | FALSE |
| Of the four main types of roof vents the combination considered most effective is A) Gable and soffit B) Ridge and roof C) Gable and roof D) Soffit and ridge | D) Soffit and ridge |
| Proper ventilation is only important during A) The hot summer months B) The cold winter months C) Never D) All seasons | D) All seasons |
| If a house you are inspecting has no attic access you should | A) Advise your client to do everything possible to gain access B) Be happy you don't have to inspect the attic C) Cut a hatch to gain access D) Tell you client to back out of the deal because you can't see the attic today ANSWER, A |
| According to the Standards of Practice (SOP's) for home Inspectors; the home inspector shall observe and report on all of the following except | A) Steps, stairways, and railings B) Paint, wallpaper, and other finished treatments C) Bath or kitchen vent fan and ductwork D) Walls, ceilings, floors ANSWER, B |
| Regarding Inspecting doors, a home inspector would be most concerned with A) The door is out of plumb B) Paint is peeling C) The doorknob is on the left D) No deadbolt | A) The door is out of plumb |
| All of the following are considered defects in regard to an electrical outlet except A) Cracked or missing faceplate B) Old and ungrounded two prong outlet C) No current to outlet D) Reverse polarity | B) Old and ungrounded two prong outlet |
| When inspecting a fireplace the inspector should never A) Look at firebox for cracks B) Open and close the damper C) Light a fire to determine the adequacy of the draft D) Recommend a level 2 inspection from a different professional | C) Light a fire to determine the adequacy of the draft |
| TRUE or FALSE When inspecting a bathroom sink and tub the hot water taps should be located on the left | TRUE |
| A loose toilet is considered a defect A) Sometimes; it may be due to a leak B) Never; it is usually due to a loose anchor bolt C) Always; the inspector never knows what is the cause | C) Always; the inspector never knows what is the cause |
| Kitchen outlets should not GFCI protected because A)Of the proximity to water B)The excess heat from cooking C)Tripping outlets may turn off oven and reset clocks on other appliances D)This statement is false, kitchen outlets should be GFCI protected | D) This statement is false, kitchen outlets should be GFCI protected |
| The SOP's - Standards of Practice for the electrical portion of a home inspection require the home inspector to remove the main electrical panel cover unless | A) There are objects blocking access B) It appears unsafe C) There is water on the floor surrounding the panel D) All of the above ANSWER, D |
| Regarding a home inspection a service drop refers to A) A disconnected phone call B) Electrical service cut off for non-payment C) A wire from the weatherhead to the meter D) A wire from the meter to the main panel | C) A wire from the weatherhead to the meter |
| A drip loop simply A) Helps prevent water infiltration to the electrical service B) Gives slack to the service lateral C) Secures wires to the weatherhead D) Protects electrical wires from overheating and causing fires | A) Helps prevent water infiltration to the electrical service |
| When conducting an inspection on the electrical panel the service size refers to the | The lowest rated component among the service drop, main breaker and service entrance |
| The primary purpose of the main electrical panel is A) Fire prevention B) Electrical distribution C) Electrical billing D) Point of restoration for tripped breakers and fuses | A) Fire prevention |
| Circuit breakers protect A) Electrical appliances B) Fuses C) Branch wiring D) Grounding | C) Branch wiring |
| A(n) ________ is a safety defect A) 14 gauge wire protected by a 15 amp breaker B) 8 gauge wire protected by an 80 amp breaker C) 12 gauge wire protected by a 20 amp breaker D) 10 gauge wire protected by a 15 amp breaker | B) 8 gauge wire protected by an 80 amp breaker |
| TRUE or FALSE A larger gauge wire on a smaller rated breaker is not a safety concern - example: 12 gauge wire on 15 amp breaker | TRUE |
| A double tap refers to A) Two breakers protecting the same branch wire B) A branch wire that exceeds its breaker's amperage by twice C) Two branch wires protected by the same breaker D) Two draft beer choices | C) Two branch wires protected by the same breaker |
| Aluminum wiring will be most commonly found in houses constructed during which decades? A) 1940's & 1950's B) 1960's & 1970's C) 1980's & 1990's D) 2000's & 2010's | B) 1960's & 1970's |
| Aluminum wiring is a safety concern because | A)Aluminum cannot carry as much amperage as copper B)Aluminum overheats easily C)Aluminum expands and contracts differently than other metals causing micro arcing D)Rats, mice, and other rodents will chew aluminum more readily than copper ANSWER, C |
| Rust in a main electrical panel is a defect | A)Sometimes; a small amount of rust in the bottom of a panel is normal B) Always; rust anywhere in the panel is an indicator of rust on the electrical components C) Never; rust conducts as well as the metal it is on ANSWER, C |
| Knob and tube refers to A) A pre 1980's television set B) Commercial type wiring in a residential setting C)A type of door lock construction D) The ceramic posts and cylinders that hold the first type of residential wiring | D) The ceramic posts and cylinders that hold the first type of residential wiring |
| Micro arcing is a safety problem because A) It leads to breaker failure B) The tiny sparks catch wood or other materials on fire C) It causes deterioration of appliances D) It shocks people who turn on switches | A) It leads to breaker failure |
| Live Knob and tube wiring in a house is considered a safety defect because | A) People often hang clothes on the exposed wires B) It will not carry a steady current C) It is old and has a cloth coat D) Micro arcing ANSWER, C |
| TRUE or FALSE Fuse boxes are considered a safety defect because they are outdated and not as effective as circuit breakers | FALSE |
| Fuse box systems can be hazardous due to A) Age B) Glass casings C) Lack of double taps D) Improper use by homeowners | D) Improper use by homeowners |
| Informing the client that the electrical system is protected with a fuse box is important because | A) Because the house could be unsafe B) Because fuses will be hard to find C) Because it may be an insurance problem D) All of the above ANSWER, D |
| BX refers to A) Aluminum wire B) Unsheathed wire C) Metallic sheathed wire D) Non metallic sheathed wire | C) Metallic sheathed wire |
| As a home inspector it is important to recognize BX wire due to A) Its relation to identifying aluminum wire B) Its inherent safety problems C) Its simplicity to use D) All of the above | A) Its relation to identifying aluminum wire |
| GFCI refers to a _______ protected circuit A) Galvanized For Correct Input B) Gold Finished Common Inductor C) Good For Certain Inhibitors D) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter | D) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter |
| GFCI outlets should be installed A) Anywhere near water B) Outdoors C) Bathrooms D) All of the above | D) All of the above |
| Federal Pacific panels should be A) Written up as a safety defect due to the withdrawing of their UL Label B) Coated to prevent rust C) Valued as antique and hard to find D) Shut down on the spot and the house evacuated | A) Written up as a safety defect due to the withdrawing of their UL Label |
| The life expectancy for a CO detector is A) 1 yr. B) 2 yrs C) 8 - 10 years D) They last indefinitely | B) 2 yrs |
| Radon is A) Released naturally from the ground B) A radioactive gas C) A known carcinogen D) All of the above | D) All of the above |
| Homes with radon levels above ___ are considered by the EPA as in need of remediation A) 1.3 pCi/L B) .4 pCi/L C) 4.0 pCi/L D) 1.0 pCi/L | C) 4.0 pCi/L |
| TRUE or FALSE Only home inspectors who are certified to test for radon may charge to perform this service | FALSE |
| The EPA guidelines for placing radon test canisters states that canisters should be placed | A) On the highest livable floor B) Near water C) In a well ventilated area D) None of the above ANSWER, D |
| The EPA directs that the radon test canisters will be placed no lower than _ from the floor and no closer than _ to an exterior wall | A) 20 in. and 10 ft. B) 2 ft. and 2 ft. C) 3 ft. and 3 ft. D) 4 ft. and 4 ft. ANSWER, C |
| Radon canisters can be open for a period of ___ and give an accurate test A) 6 days B) 1 day C) Less than 24 hours D) 3 days | D) 3 days |
| Radon mitigation systems work by A) Drawing the radon away through the creation of negative pressure B) Neutralizing the radiation with beta particles C) Blocking the holes through which radon enters the house D) A & C | A) Drawing the radon away through the creation of negative pressure |
| ______ is a type of WDI (Wood Destroying Insects) A) Carpenter Bee B) Paper Wasp C) Borer Grub D) A & C | A) Carpenter Bee |
| When conducting a home inspection evidence of WDI infestation might be A) Mud tunnels B) Insect body parts C) Damaged wood D) All of the above | D) All of the above |
| In regard to a home inspection, frass refers to A) Wings left behind by swarming termites B) Saw dust debris from carpenter ants building a nest C) The sound of powder post beetles devouring wood D) The new termite queen larva | B) Saw dust debris from carpenter ants building a nest |
| Subterranean termites create mud tunnels to A) Hide from predators B) Incubate their larvae C) Protect their bodies from exposure to air D All of the above | C) Protect their bodies from exposure to air |
| A WDI that eats the wood for sustenance A) Powder post beetle B) Carpenter Bee C) Termite D) Carpenter ant | C) Termite |
| A WDI that is likely to be visible while out crawling around is A) Adult Powder Post Beetle B) Adult worker Termite C) Carpenter Bee Larvae D) Adult Carpenter Ant | D) Adult Carpenter Ant |
| Subterranean Termites are most likely to be found A) In high moisture wood B) In dry untreated wood C) Pressure treated kiln dried wood D) All of the above | A) In high moisture wood |
| The only standard for home inspectors to report possible WDI infestation is A) A wood probe test B) Visible evidence C) A captured live termite D) Moisture readings below 5% | B) Visible evidence |
| Moisture levels above 20%, as read on a moisture meter, indicate A) Good conditions for WDI Infestation B) A moisture intrusion problem C) New construction D) A & B | D) A & B |
| Powder Post Beetle larvae can remain inside wood for A) Hours B) Days C) Weeks D) Years | D) Years |
| Visible evidence of Powder Post Beetle infestation is A) Wings & body parts B) A swarm C) Mud tunnels D) Shot-holes in wood | D) Shot-holes in wood |
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