NHIE Exterior Components 2021 Actual Questions and Correct
Answers
Q1
what exterior components are in scope of a home inspection?
Answer: the visible and accessible wall coverings (cladding)
trim
eaves
wall penetration flashing and sealants
windows and doors, including the garage vehicle door and any operator
decks
balconies
stoops
porches, with associated steps, handrails and guards
Q2
exterior components such as wall coverings and trim, that are made from wood or wood composite
materials should be covered with
_____
Answer: paint
stain
some other type of coating
Q3
what is the purpose of coatings on wood or wood composite materials used as wall coverings and
trim?
Answer: perform as a protection against deterioration and as an aesthetic feature
Q4
when is the coatings of wood and wood composite materials in scope of a home inspection?
Answer: when a coating appears not to be performing it's intended protective function
home inspectors are not required to report about the condition of coatings unless they are visibly
and significantly failing to perform
Q5
is an exterior wall covering
(cladding) a load-bearing material or assembly?
Answer: no, exterior wall coverings are non-load bearing
, Q6
wall coverings are often referred to as veneers. there are three
categories of veneers, what are they?
Answer: attached veneers, most wall coverings
anchored veneers, brick and natural stone
adhered veneers, attached to walls with mortar
Q7
all types of siding, and exterior
insulation and finish system (EIFS) are what kind of veneer?
Answer: attached veneers, because they are attached to the house with fasteners
Q8
anchored veneers are ____
Answer: supported directly on the foundation or on
reinforced framing and are anchored to the house walls to prevent the veneer from rotating away
from the structure
Q9
adhered veneers are ____
Answer: stucco and artificial/natural stone that are attached to the house walls with mortar that
acts as "glue"
Q10
exterior wall covering serve two functions
Answer: shed liquid water and keep it from entering the home
protect any water resistive barrier (WRB)
Q11
when the water resistant barrier and flashing are properly installed ____
Answer: water that gets behind the wall covering should drain down the water resist the barrier
and out of the
weep holes or other openings
Answers
Q1
what exterior components are in scope of a home inspection?
Answer: the visible and accessible wall coverings (cladding)
trim
eaves
wall penetration flashing and sealants
windows and doors, including the garage vehicle door and any operator
decks
balconies
stoops
porches, with associated steps, handrails and guards
Q2
exterior components such as wall coverings and trim, that are made from wood or wood composite
materials should be covered with
_____
Answer: paint
stain
some other type of coating
Q3
what is the purpose of coatings on wood or wood composite materials used as wall coverings and
trim?
Answer: perform as a protection against deterioration and as an aesthetic feature
Q4
when is the coatings of wood and wood composite materials in scope of a home inspection?
Answer: when a coating appears not to be performing it's intended protective function
home inspectors are not required to report about the condition of coatings unless they are visibly
and significantly failing to perform
Q5
is an exterior wall covering
(cladding) a load-bearing material or assembly?
Answer: no, exterior wall coverings are non-load bearing
, Q6
wall coverings are often referred to as veneers. there are three
categories of veneers, what are they?
Answer: attached veneers, most wall coverings
anchored veneers, brick and natural stone
adhered veneers, attached to walls with mortar
Q7
all types of siding, and exterior
insulation and finish system (EIFS) are what kind of veneer?
Answer: attached veneers, because they are attached to the house with fasteners
Q8
anchored veneers are ____
Answer: supported directly on the foundation or on
reinforced framing and are anchored to the house walls to prevent the veneer from rotating away
from the structure
Q9
adhered veneers are ____
Answer: stucco and artificial/natural stone that are attached to the house walls with mortar that
acts as "glue"
Q10
exterior wall covering serve two functions
Answer: shed liquid water and keep it from entering the home
protect any water resistive barrier (WRB)
Q11
when the water resistant barrier and flashing are properly installed ____
Answer: water that gets behind the wall covering should drain down the water resist the barrier
and out of the
weep holes or other openings
