ICA Exam 6 Questions and Answers | 2026 Updated
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Which part of the air conditioner can generally be expected to last the longest?
Air filter
Coolant container
Condenser coil
Motor
Condenser coil
If you notice that a water heater is rusting, it may be appropriate to state in your report
that it is beginning to deteriorate and may need to be replaced soon.
True
False
True
Flue liners are used to protect chimneys from ______, _______ and _______?
rain, condensation and excess fuel
bugs, excess fuel and debris
rain, bugs and debris
excess fuel, rain and lightening
rain, condensation and excess fuel
,A home inspector should recommend that a home's chimney be looked at by whom?
The seller's agent
A certified chimney sweep
A code inspector
No recommendation is needed
A certified chimney sweep
The operation and safety concerns regarding washers and dryers are not included in a
standard inspection so long as that is outlined in your pre-contract agreement.
True
False
True
Noise in a water heater tank is generally caused by ______?
Boiling water
Sediment accumulation
Salt dissolving
Iron growth
Sediment accumulation
Your written home inspection report should be the same as the verbal summary you
provide your client.
,True
False
True
You will use which instrument during a home inspection?
Flashlight
Voltage sniffer
Thermal image camera
All of the above
All of the above
Walking on a roof could void roofing warranties.
True
False
True
"Further inspection is needed" should be written in your report if you believe the standard
inspection is insufficient for a certain component or system.
True
False
, True
Draining and grading do not impact the structural integrity of a home.
True
False
False
What component redirects rainwater expelled by a downspout?
Water brush
Water guard
Splash block
Splash guard
Splash block
Thermal pane windows should be replaced when?
When the window squeaks
When the window is wet
When the window is cloudy
When the window is painted
When the window is cloudy
| 100% CORRECT
Which part of the air conditioner can generally be expected to last the longest?
Air filter
Coolant container
Condenser coil
Motor
Condenser coil
If you notice that a water heater is rusting, it may be appropriate to state in your report
that it is beginning to deteriorate and may need to be replaced soon.
True
False
True
Flue liners are used to protect chimneys from ______, _______ and _______?
rain, condensation and excess fuel
bugs, excess fuel and debris
rain, bugs and debris
excess fuel, rain and lightening
rain, condensation and excess fuel
,A home inspector should recommend that a home's chimney be looked at by whom?
The seller's agent
A certified chimney sweep
A code inspector
No recommendation is needed
A certified chimney sweep
The operation and safety concerns regarding washers and dryers are not included in a
standard inspection so long as that is outlined in your pre-contract agreement.
True
False
True
Noise in a water heater tank is generally caused by ______?
Boiling water
Sediment accumulation
Salt dissolving
Iron growth
Sediment accumulation
Your written home inspection report should be the same as the verbal summary you
provide your client.
,True
False
True
You will use which instrument during a home inspection?
Flashlight
Voltage sniffer
Thermal image camera
All of the above
All of the above
Walking on a roof could void roofing warranties.
True
False
True
"Further inspection is needed" should be written in your report if you believe the standard
inspection is insufficient for a certain component or system.
True
False
, True
Draining and grading do not impact the structural integrity of a home.
True
False
False
What component redirects rainwater expelled by a downspout?
Water brush
Water guard
Splash block
Splash guard
Splash block
Thermal pane windows should be replaced when?
When the window squeaks
When the window is wet
When the window is cloudy
When the window is painted
When the window is cloudy
