Question 1

What is another way to describe the roof deck?

Accepted Answer

A) Trussing 
B) Joisting 
C) Sheathing 
D) Shingling

Question 2

Which of the following disclaimers should you include in all inspection reports?

Accepted Answer

A) That the report is a professional opinion 
B) That the report is a warranty for services 
C) That the report is a guarantee of findings 
D) That the report replaces the inspection agreement

Question 3

When a basement is finished, you are only able to conduct a limited inspection. What is the BEST recommendation you can include in your inspection report?

Accepted Answer

A) Assume all foundation, plumbing, and electrical elements are safe 
B) Obtain disclosure statement from seller to determine conditions in concealed areas 
C) Hire a qualified contractor to determine conditions of concealed elements 
D) None of the above

Question 4

Single-ply membranes are associated with which of the following systems?

Accepted Answer

A) Roofing system 
B) Plumbing system 
C) Electrical system 
D) Ventilation system

Question 5

After completing the home inspection, how should you give your findings to the client?

Accepted Answer

A) In a written report 
B) In a written report with photographs 
C) Verbally and in a written report 
D) Any of the above

Question 6

What section of your inspection report will contain details about drainage tile?

Accepted Answer

A) Section on plumbing system 
B) Section on electrical system 
C) Section on roofing system 
D) Section on drainage system

Question 7

While conducting an inspection, you notice a noise from the water heater tank. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the noise?

Accepted Answer

A) Iron buildup 
B) Sediment accumulation 
C) Mercury increase 
D) Salt deposits

Question 8

While conducting an inspection, you notice what you believe to be a gas leak. Which of the following actions should you NOT take?

Accepted Answer

A) Vacate the home 
B) Indicate the problem in the inspection report 
C) Continue with the inspection 
D) Notify all parties and the appropriate authorities

Question 9

While inspecting, you notice that the floorboards squeak throughout the home. How do you address this in your report?

Accepted Answer

A) Recommend wall-to-wall carpeting as a remedy. 
B) Recommend dehumidifiers in multiple rooms to eliminate water vapor. 
C) Make note of it but make no recommendation for repairs. 
D) Make note of it and recommend a structural engineer take a look at the home.

Question 10

Which of the following components has the SHORTEST expected service life?

Accepted Answer

A) Steel boiler 
B) Gas furnace 
C) Electric furnace 
D) Cast iron boiler

Question 11

You notice an electrical wire is hanging from the ceiling in the basement. The owner says it has always been like that and believes it is not connected to anything. How do you determine if the wire is live?

Accepted Answer

A) Reach up and touch it. 
B) Throw water on it. 
C) Assume it is hot. 
D) Use a voltage detector.

Question 12

While completing the inspection of the electrical system, you realize there is an electrical problem. Which of the following actions do you NOT take?

Accepted Answer

A) Identify the cause of the electrical problem. 
B) Make a note of the electrical problem in your report. 
C) Recommend the client contact a certified electrician. 
D) Take a picture of the problem area.

Question 13

Your client is interested in starting a home-based business in the home you are inspecting. When asked if the home is suitable for the type of business planned, how do you respond?

Accepted Answer

A) "I believe it is a suitable use for the property." 
B) "I am unable to determine the suitability of the property." 
C) "It is not appropriate for me to make a recommendation either way." 
D) "I believe you should find another type of home-based business."

Question 14

What are home inspectors NOT required to describe when inspecting unfinished spaces?

Accepted Answer

A) Ventilation 
B) Insulation 
C) Temperature 
D) Vapor retarders

Question 15

Which of the following components has the LONGEST expected service life?

Accepted Answer

A) Heat pump 
B) Pressure relief valve 
C) Heat exchanger 
D) Circulating pump

Question 16

Which of the following are you required to inspect?

Accepted Answer

A) Driveways 
B) Patios 
C) Adjacent walkways 
D) All of the above 
E) Only A and B
F)Balconies
G)Porches
H)Steps with railings
I)Steps without railings

Question 17

Which of the following statements about knob-and-tube wiring is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

A) It always has to be removed if identified. 
B) It is not permissible in new homes. 
C) It has no inherent safety risks. 
D) All of the above

Question 18

While inspecting a home that was built in the last 20 years, you notice the garage walls are covered with perforated hardboard panels. What should your report reflect?

Accepted Answer

A) The garage walls are quite functional. 
B) The garage walls appear to be quite attractive. 
C) The garage walls appear to be sufficiently fire resistant. 
D) The garage walls are a fire hazard.

Question 19

When you notice a problem with a component or system during an inspection, which of the following should you include in your report?

Accepted Answer

A) Recommendations to ignore the deficiency 
B) Recommendations to correct the deficiency 
C) Recommendations to monitor the deficiency 
D) Both A and B are acceptable recommendations 
E) Both B and C are acceptable recommendations

Question 20

What is required of home inspectors specific to fireplaces?

Accepted Answer

A) Inspectors are required to ignore fireplaces. 
B) Inspectors are required to test fireplaces. 
C) Inspectors are required to describe fireplaces. 
D) Inspectors are required to move logs to inspect fireplaces.

Exam 1: Analysis Reporting