Inspection Module 1 Site Conditions with
Complete Solutions
______________ are exterior structures that project from the building structure at least
one story above grade - ANSWER-balcony
a balcony can be supported by columns and the house wall - ANSWER-true
A difference between a gas range and an electric range is that electric ranges_______.
- ANSWER-Require a 240-volt electrical supply
a guideline for the appropriate slope of a lot away from a house is - ANSWER-six inches
over ten feet
a low depression used in the soil for drainage - ANSWER-Swale
A masonry chimney serving a wood fireplace should be at least _______. - ANSWER-
12 feet
a maximum rise for steps is commonly _______ inches - ANSWER-7 3/4
A notch cut in the bottom edge of a beam is more likely to result in failure then one cut
in the top edge, although as a general rule, notches and holes should not be cut in
beams. - ANSWER-True
A plug-in cord serving a built-in dishwasher must be - ANSWER-Between 36 and 48
inches in length.
A popular bathroom countertop that is not used in the kitchen is cultured marble -
ANSWER-True
A reliable _____ connection for purposes of a smart home is usually defined as a high-
speed _____ connection. - ANSWER-Internet, broadband
A smart home is one that is equipped with network- connected products? - ANSWER-
True
a vapor retarder is designed to restrict vapor diffusion - ANSWER-true
A wood sill is typically used to connect the top of the foundation to the wood floor
system above. - ANSWER-True
, Absence of kick out flashing is a reportable defect regardless of the age of the house. -
ANSWER-True
All are included in the inspection of a microwave oven EXCEPT - ANSWER-Check for
radiation
All modern food waste disposers: - ANSWER-are of the continuous feed or batch type
All of the following are basic components of a masonry wood-burning fireplace EXCEPT
- ANSWER-a heat circulator
All of the following are common problems with masonry chimneys EXCEPT - ANSWER-
Not continuous through roof
All of the following are common problems with walks and driveways EXCEPT -
ANSWER-control joints
All of the following could indicate spreading rafters EXCEPT - ANSWER-Cracks in
interior ceilings running perpendicular to the outside wall
All residences must have at least one exit that is a: - ANSWER-side hinged door
an inspector can think of purlins as small beams that run under the midpoint of all
rafters - ANSWER-true
an inspector should check for the presence and proper operation of the door release
catch and pull cord, intended to allow quick, _______ of the door from the mechanized
traveler in the event of power failterm-5ure, malfunction, or emergency. - ANSWER-
manual operation
An inspector should not walk on a roof if? - ANSWER-If it could cause damage or is
unsafe
Asbestos cement shingles should be removed from homes. - ANSWER-False
At the top and bottom edges of sheathing, support may be provided by ______ clips. -
ANSWER-H clips
Automatic motorized garage door operators are required to: - ANSWER-Reverse
direction automatically if there is an obstruction in the path of a closing door. & Be at
least 1/3 horsepower when used with 16 foot doors (A and B)
Automatic motorized garage operators must be checked for _______ and proper
operation. - ANSWER-secure mounting
B vents are typically used for what fuels - ANSWER-Natural gas and propane