Question 1

What type of material is MOST likely to develop mold when exposed to moisture?

Accepted Answer

A) Cotton 
B) Paper 
C) Wool 
D) All of the above 
A) Cotton 
B) Paper 
C) Wool 
D) All of the above

Question 2

Following is an example of an inspection finding: "Fans in the bathroom are not vented properly. The attic may develop moisture/mold problems as a result of the improper venting in the bathroom. Fans should be vented to outside of the home." Is this an appropriate description to include in the inspection report?

Accepted Answer

A) No, it is too complicated for the client to understand. 
B) No, it does not include the name of a technician who can make the repair. 
C) Yes, it is an expected finding in the bathroom. 
D) Yes, it covers the major requirements of a finding. 
A) No, it is too complicated for the client to understand. 
B) No, it does not include the name of a technician who can make the repair. 
C) Yes, it is an expected finding in the bathroom. 
D) Yes, it covers the major requirements of a finding.

Question 3

After inspecting a vacant property, which of the following is the BEST statement to include in your report?

Accepted Answer

A) Unable to determine overall condition of electrical system at this time. 
B) Pre-closing inspection is recommended. 
C) Plumbing system is not available to inspect at this time. 
D) Heating and cooling systems are not functional at this time. 
A) Unable to determine overall condition of electrical system at this time. 
B) Pre-closing inspection is recommended. 
C) Plumbing system is not available to inspect at this time. 
D) Heating and cooling systems are not functional at this time.

Question 4

While inspecting the foundation walls of a home, you notice minor cracks. Since these are typical in homes, what is the BEST way to report your findings?

Accepted Answer

A) There is no need to write anything in your report. 
B) Suggest that the "Foundation walls are dangerous and need to be repaired." 
C) Recommend that the "Cracks need to be filled using mortar-based caulking." 
D) Indicate that you "Observed common cracks with no leaking at this time." 
A) There is no need to write anything in your report. 
B) Suggest that the "Foundation walls are dangerous and need to be repaired." 
C) Recommend that the "Cracks need to be filled using mortar-based caulking." 
D) Indicate that you "Observed common cracks with no leaking at this time."

Question 5

While inspecting the furnace, you notice the heat exchanger is rusted. What is the proper way to describe this in your inspection report?

Accepted Answer

A) Describe your findings and submit the report. 
B) Describe your findings and recommend the furnace be replaced. 
C) Describe your findings and suggest the furnace not be used. 
D) Describe your findings and indicate the furnace is no longer effective. 
A) Describe your findings and submit the report. 
B) Describe your findings and recommend the furnace be replaced. 
C) Describe your findings and suggest the furnace not be used. 
D) Describe your findings and indicate the furnace is no longer effective.

Question 6

Your inspection report must contain details on which of the following problems?

Accepted Answer

A) Unsafe components or systems 
B) Improper functioning of components or systems 
C) Components or systems that are nearing the end of their service life 
D) All of the above 
A) Unsafe components or systems 
B) Improper functioning of components or systems 
C) Components or systems that are nearing the end of their service life 
D) All of the above

Question 7

Which of the following recommendations should be included in inspection reports on homes with chimneys?

Accepted Answer

A) Have a certified chimney sweep inspect the chimney. 
B) Ask the seller to have the chimney cleaned by a professional. 
C) Request a city code inspector review the chimney's condition. 
D) Ignore the chimney's condition until there is an apparent problem. 
A) Have a certified chimney sweep inspect the chimney. 
B) Ask the seller to have the chimney cleaned by a professional. 
C) Request a city code inspector review the chimney's condition. 
D) Ignore the chimney's condition until there is an apparent problem.

Question 8

While inspecting the water heater, you notice rust at the unit's base. Which of the following descriptions is the BEST analysis of your finding?

Accepted Answer

A) Water heater is working fine so it should be operational for several more years. 
B) Water heater is beginning to deteriorate and may need to be replaced soon. 
C) Water heater appears to be leaking but the leak is slow and not harmful. 
D) Water heater appears to be functional despite the possible leaking taking place. 
A) Water heater is working fine so it should be operational for several more years. 
B) Water heater is beginning to deteriorate and may need to be replaced soon. 
C) Water heater appears to be leaking but the leak is slow and not harmful. 
D) Water heater appears to be functional despite the possible leaking taking place.

Question 9

What should you do if you are not able to inspect a particular component for some reason?

Accepted Answer

A) Mark the item as "not inspected" on the report and provide an explanation. 
B) Mark the item as "failed" on the report and provide an explanation. 
C) Mark the item as "good" on the report and assume everything is fine. 
D) Leave the item blank on the report. 
A) Mark the item as "not inspected" on the report and provide an explanation. 
B) Mark the item as "failed" on the report and provide an explanation. 
C) Mark the item as "good" on the report and assume everything is fine. 
D) Leave the item blank on the report.

Question 10

Which of the following elements is generally required in inspection reports?

Accepted Answer

A) Industry standards used to perform inspection 
B) Industry standards used to prepare report 
C) All of the above 
D) None of the above 
A) Industry standards used to perform inspection 
B) Industry standards used to prepare report 
C) All of the above 
D) None of the above

Question 11

Which one of the following statements about stucco siding is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

A) It can only be applied to straight surfaces. 
B) It requires at least four coats. 
C) It should only be used in southern states. 
D) All of the above 
A) It can only be applied to straight surfaces. 
B) It requires at least four coats. 
C) It should only be used in southern states. 
D) All of the above

Question 12

Which of the following is the BEST reason why home inspectors are not required to inspect window air conditioning units?

Accepted Answer

A) There are too many types of units to know 
B) Units are treated similar to appliances 
C) Units do not involve ductwork or vents 
D) Units are considered to be optional 
A) There are too many types of units to know 
B) Units are treated similar to appliances 
C) Units do not involve ductwork or vents 
D) Units are considered to be optional

Question 13

Home inspection reports include all of these findings EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

A) When a component is defective 
B) When a component is cosmetic 
C) When a component is hazardous 
D) When a component is not present 
A) When a component is defective 
B) When a component is cosmetic 
C) When a component is hazardous 
D) When a component is not present

Question 14

What should your client expect from you specific to the inspection report?

Accepted Answer

A) Reports will always be distributed at the conclusion of the inspection. 
B) If it is not to their liking, you will refund their money. 
C) What is written in the report is the same as your verbal summary. 
D) It will be shared with the owner and real estate agents. 
A) Reports will always be distributed at the conclusion of the inspection. 
B) If it is not to their liking, you will refund their money. 
C) What is written in the report is the same as your verbal summary. 
D) It will be shared with the owner and real estate agents.

Question 15

If a home is occupied when you conduct an inspection, which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Able to perform a complete inspection. 
B) Unable to perform a technically exhaustive inspection. 
C) Unable to perform a standard inspection. 
D) Able to perform a limited inspection. 
A) Able to perform a complete inspection. 
B) Unable to perform a technically exhaustive inspection. 
C) Unable to perform a standard inspection. 
D) Able to perform a limited inspection.

Question 16

Your client wants to know about the quality of the water supply. How should you respond?

Accepted Answer

A) Explain that home inspectors do not test water supply quality. 
B) Explain that it costs extra for you to test water supply quality. 
C) Explain that there is no need to test water supply quality. 
D) Explain that there is no way to test water supply quality. 
A) Explain that home inspectors do not test water supply quality. 
B) Explain that it costs extra for you to test water supply quality. 
C) Explain that there is no need to test water supply quality. 
D) Explain that there is no way to test water supply quality.

Question 17

During your inspection, you use a three light electrical tester to test outlets. This is acceptable as long as

Accepted Answer

A) You use the most expensive tester available. 
B) You also use a multimeter. 
C) You provide details about the tester make and model in your report. 
D) You know how to read tester results. 
A) You use the most expensive tester available. 
B) You also use a multimeter. 
C) You provide details about the tester make and model in your report. 
D) You know how to read tester results.

Question 18

What are common safety dangers of chimneys that are too short?

Accepted Answer

A) Improper venting 
B) Potential fire hazard 
C) CO poisoning 
D) All of the above 
A) Improper venting 
B) Potential fire hazard 
C) CO poisoning 
D) All of the above

Question 19

Heating systems often use PEX tubing. What does PEX stand for?

Accepted Answer

A) Polyethylene exchange 
B) Polyvinyl exchange 
C) Cross-linked polyethylene 
D) Cross-linked polyvinyl 
A) Polyethylene exchange 
B) Polyvinyl exchange 
C) Cross-linked polyethylene 
D) Cross-linked polyvinyl

Question 20

Which one of the following actions is NOT required of home inspectors?

Accepted Answer

A) Identifying gas shut-off valves 
B) Finding water shut-off valves 
C) Operating manual stop valves 
D) Describing location of shut-off valves 
A) Identifying gas shut-off valves 
B) Finding water shut-off valves 
C) Operating manual stop valves 
D) Describing location of shut-off valves

What type of material is MOST likely to develop mold when exposed to moisture?

After inspecting a vacant property, which of the following is the BEST statement to include in your report?

While inspecting the foundation walls of a home, you notice minor cracks. Since these are typical in homes, what is the BEST way to report your findings?

While inspecting the furnace, you notice the heat exchanger is rusted. What is the proper way to describe this in your inspection report?

Your inspection report must contain details on which of the following problems?

Which of the following recommendations should be included in inspection reports on homes with chimneys?

While inspecting the water heater, you notice rust at the unit's base. Which of the following descriptions is the BEST analysis of your finding?

What should you do if you are not able to inspect a particular component for some reason?

Which of the following elements is generally required in inspection reports?

Which one of the following statements about stucco siding is NOT true?

Which of the following is the BEST reason why home inspectors are not required to inspect window air conditioning units?

Home inspection reports include all of these findings EXCEPT which one?

What should your client expect from you specific to the inspection report?

If a home is occupied when you conduct an inspection, which of the following statements is true?

Your client wants to know about the quality of the water supply. How should you respond?

During your inspection, you use a three light electrical tester to test outlets. This is acceptable as long as

What are common safety dangers of chimneys that are too short?

Heating systems often use PEX tubing. What does PEX stand for?

Which one of the following actions is NOT required of home inspectors?

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What type of material is MOST likely to develop mold when exposed to moisture?

After inspecting a vacant property, which of the following is the BEST statement to include in your report?

While inspecting the foundation walls of a home, you notice minor cracks. Since these are typical in homes, what is the BEST way to report your findings?

While inspecting the furnace, you notice the heat exchanger is rusted. What is the proper way to describe this in your inspection report?

Your inspection report must contain details on which of the following problems?

Which of the following recommendations should be included in inspection reports on homes with chimneys?

While inspecting the water heater, you notice rust at the unit's base. Which of the following descriptions is the BEST analysis of your finding?

What should you do if you are not able to inspect a particular component for some reason?

Which of the following elements is generally required in inspection reports?

Which one of the following statements about stucco siding is NOT true?

Which of the following is the BEST reason why home inspectors are not required to inspect window air conditioning units?

Home inspection reports include all of these findings EXCEPT which one?

What should your client expect from you specific to the inspection report?

If a home is occupied when you conduct an inspection, which of the following statements is true?

Your client wants to know about the quality of the water supply. How should you respond?

During your inspection, you use a three light electrical tester to test outlets. This is acceptable as long as

What are common safety dangers of chimneys that are too short?

Heating systems often use PEX tubing. What does PEX stand for?

Which one of the following actions is NOT required of home inspectors?

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