CONNECTICUT HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE EXAM PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025 Q&A | INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF

CONNECTICUT HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE
EXAM PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS)
PLUS RATIONALES 2025 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF


1. What is the minimum required headroom for stairways in residential
homes?

 A. 6 feet

 B. 6 feet 4 inches

 C. 6 feet 8 inches

 D. 7 feet
The International Residential Code (IRC), adopted in Connecticut,
requires a minimum stairway headroom of 6 feet 8 inches.

2. Which of the following would typically not be inspected during a
standard home inspection?

 A. Roof covering

 B. Cosmetic wall paint condition

 C. Foundation

, D. HVAC system
Cosmetic conditions like paint are outside the scope of a standard
home inspection, which focuses on systems and structures.

3. Aluminum branch circuit wiring is most commonly found in homes
built between:

 A. 1940–1950

 B. 1965–1973

 C. 1980–1990

 D. 2000–2010
Aluminum wiring was commonly used during 1965–1973 due to
copper shortages.

4. What is the primary concern with double tapping a circuit breaker?

 A. Overvoltage

 B. Overheating and loose connections

 C. Low voltage delivery

 D. Increased resistance
Double tapping can cause loose connections that may lead to arcing
and overheating.

5. Which roof material typically has the shortest lifespan?

 A. Metal

 B. Asphalt shingles

 C. Slate

, D. Clay tile
Asphalt shingles typically last 15–30 years, shorter than other
materials.

6. What is the purpose of a drip edge on a roof?

 A. To anchor shingles

 B. To support gutters

 C. To direct water away from fascia and roof deck

 D. To ventilate the attic
A drip edge helps prevent water infiltration behind the fascia and
into the roof deck.

7. A home inspector in Connecticut is required to:

 A. Be licensed by the Department of Consumer Protection

 B. Submit to annual physical exams

 C. Work under a general contractor

 D. Provide engineering reports
Licensing is managed by the Connecticut Department of Consumer
Protection.

8. Which plumbing material is most susceptible to pinhole leaks?

 A. PVC

 B. Copper

 C. PEX

 D. Galvanized steel
Copper pipes can develop pinhole leaks due to corrosion over time.

, 9. What should be reported if a water heater is missing a TPR
(Temperature Pressure Relief) valve?

 A. Minor maintenance item

 B. Safety hazard

 C. Code violation only

 D. Age-related issue
A missing TPR valve is a serious safety hazard that can lead to
explosion.

10. What is the minimum slope required for proper drainage away
from a home’s foundation?

 A. 1% (1/8 inch per foot)

 B. 5% (6 inches over 10 feet)

 C. 10% (1 foot over 10 feet)

 D. 0% (flat)
A slope of 6 inches over the first 10 feet is recommended to ensure
proper drainage.

11. What is considered an acceptable reading for moisture content
in wood framing?

 A. Less than 19%

 B. 25–30%

 C. 35%

 D. 45%
Moisture levels above 19% increase the risk of fungal growth and
wood rot.