Roofing Quiz | 182 Questions and
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade
A (2026/2027)
This roofing quiz covers essential knowledge on roof framing, materials, and
inspection, designed to test knowledge of steep-slope and low-slope roofing
systems. Key topics include structural components like rafters, installation best
practices for asphalt and metal, and maintenance techniques for longevity.
Quiz_________________?
Can you be too specific in identifying the roofing material? If so, when and why? -
Answer
It is dangerous to be too specific in identifying the roof material. Some roofing
materials look similar to others. We say asphalt shingles rather than fiberglass
shingles, fiber cement rather than asbestos cement, metal rather than tin, and
single ply rather than PVC.
Quiz_________________?
If you don't actually get up on the roof, you should: -
Answer
1
, Document your limitations in the written report.
Quiz_________________?
Is the roof inspection done only from the outside? -
Answer
No. You should also inspect the roof from the underside, usually from the attic.
Quiz_________________?
List 4 things you have to look at as part of a standard roof inspection. -
Answer
1. Roof covering
2. Drainage system
3. Flashings
4. Skylights
Quiz_________________?
List the 3 main functions of roofs. -
Answer
1. Protect the building from rain, snow, wind, hail and fire.
2. Support some of the mechanical equipment for the house.
3. Make an architectural statement.
2
, Quiz_________________?
List 2 things about the roof that must be described or included in a standard
report. -
Answer
1. Roof covering
2. Method used to inspect the roof.
Quiz_________________?
Most home inspections start with the roof. How many minutes are typically spent
here? -
Answer
15 to 25 minutes
Quiz_________________?
Name 3 things not required as part of the roofing inspection. -
Answer
1- Antennae
2- interior of flues or chimneys that are not readily accessible
3-other installed accessories.
Quiz_________________?
Problems are most common with what aspects of a roof? -
3
, Answer
Flashings and changes in slope and material
Quiz_________________?
Roof inspections include other house systems. List 8. -
Answer
1. Electrical mast and service wires
2. Chimneys,
3. Attic vents
4. Plumbing stacks
5. Exhaust vents
6. Air conditioning or heating equipment including combustion air intakes and
overflow
7. TV towers and satellite dishes
8. Skylights.
Quiz_________________?
Do the Standards require you to give cost estimates for repair/replacement?
Select one:
a. Yes
b. No -
Answer
No the Standards do not require you to give cost estimates for
repair/replacement.
4
Verified Answers | 100% Correct | Grade
A (2026/2027)
This roofing quiz covers essential knowledge on roof framing, materials, and
inspection, designed to test knowledge of steep-slope and low-slope roofing
systems. Key topics include structural components like rafters, installation best
practices for asphalt and metal, and maintenance techniques for longevity.
Quiz_________________?
Can you be too specific in identifying the roofing material? If so, when and why? -
Answer
It is dangerous to be too specific in identifying the roof material. Some roofing
materials look similar to others. We say asphalt shingles rather than fiberglass
shingles, fiber cement rather than asbestos cement, metal rather than tin, and
single ply rather than PVC.
Quiz_________________?
If you don't actually get up on the roof, you should: -
Answer
1
, Document your limitations in the written report.
Quiz_________________?
Is the roof inspection done only from the outside? -
Answer
No. You should also inspect the roof from the underside, usually from the attic.
Quiz_________________?
List 4 things you have to look at as part of a standard roof inspection. -
Answer
1. Roof covering
2. Drainage system
3. Flashings
4. Skylights
Quiz_________________?
List the 3 main functions of roofs. -
Answer
1. Protect the building from rain, snow, wind, hail and fire.
2. Support some of the mechanical equipment for the house.
3. Make an architectural statement.
2
, Quiz_________________?
List 2 things about the roof that must be described or included in a standard
report. -
Answer
1. Roof covering
2. Method used to inspect the roof.
Quiz_________________?
Most home inspections start with the roof. How many minutes are typically spent
here? -
Answer
15 to 25 minutes
Quiz_________________?
Name 3 things not required as part of the roofing inspection. -
Answer
1- Antennae
2- interior of flues or chimneys that are not readily accessible
3-other installed accessories.
Quiz_________________?
Problems are most common with what aspects of a roof? -
3
, Answer
Flashings and changes in slope and material
Quiz_________________?
Roof inspections include other house systems. List 8. -
Answer
1. Electrical mast and service wires
2. Chimneys,
3. Attic vents
4. Plumbing stacks
5. Exhaust vents
6. Air conditioning or heating equipment including combustion air intakes and
overflow
7. TV towers and satellite dishes
8. Skylights.
Quiz_________________?
Do the Standards require you to give cost estimates for repair/replacement?
Select one:
a. Yes
b. No -
Answer
No the Standards do not require you to give cost estimates for
repair/replacement.
4
