Question 1

While performing an inspection of the basement, it appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace. You cannot adequately determine if this poses a potential fire hazard throughout the home unless walls are removed. What do you tell the client?

Accepted Answer

A) "It appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace." 
B) "It appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace. I believe the lack of insulation poses a fire hazard." 
C) "It appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace. Walls will need to be removed to determine if this poses a potential fire hazard." 
D) "It appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace. You should not purchase this home."

Question 2

During an inspection, you notice a ceiling fan does not work when the switch is turned on. Which of the following actions should you take?

Accepted Answer

A) Determine the cause of the problem. 
B) Recommend an electrician who can repair the problem. 
C) Make the repair yourself and bill the client. 
D) Note the problem in the inspection report.

Question 3

A home inspection is part of which of the following processes?

Accepted Answer

A) Due diligence 
B) Discovery 
C) Disclosure 
D) Declaration

Question 4

Which of the following acronyms does NOT represent a leading industry association that home inspectors should join?

Accepted Answer

A) NAHI 
B) ASHI 
C) NACHI 
D) NLIHC

Question 5

When you get to the home that is to be inspected, you realize it is your cousin's home. What do you do?

Accepted Answer

A) Greet your cousin and conduct the inspection. 
B) Inform your client of the situation and refund their money. 
C) Ignore your cousin and conduct the inspection. 
D) Inform your client of the situation and conduct the inspection.

Exam 3: Business Operations

While performing an inspection of the basement, it appears there is not sufficient insulation between the wood stairs and piping from the furnace. You cannot adequately determine if this poses a potential fire hazard throughout the home unless walls are removed. What do you tell the client?

During an inspection, you notice a ceiling fan does not work when the switch is turned on. Which of the following actions should you take?

A home inspection is part of which of the following processes?

Which of the following acronyms does NOT represent a leading industry association that home inspectors should join?

When you get to the home that is to be inspected, you realize it is your cousin's home. What do you do?