Home Inspection (Property and Building Inspection/Site Review) Questions & Answers

Which type of wall is driven into the ground and resists loads on both sides? A) Gravity Wall B) Piling Wall C) Cantilever Wall D) Anchored Wall - ANSWER-B) A piling wall is driven into the ground and resists loads on both sides. What is the minimum grading needed to securely deflect water away from a house? A) 6inches for every 5ft B) 10 inches for every 10ft C) 6 inches for every 10ft D) 5 inches for every 6ft - ANSWER-C) Grading should at min, slope 6 inches for every 10ft away from home. How far apart should weep holes be placed? A) 12 to 18 inches B) 10 to 15 inches C) 15 to 20 inches D) 12 to 24 inches - ANSWER-A) Weep holes should be 12 to 18 inches apart and near the bottom of the wall. What is the purpose of exterior covering materials? A) To provide an alluring aesthetic for the house B) To be a secondary source of structure and support C) To act as a second layer of protection from inclement weather D) To shed water away from the internal systems and components - ANSWER-D) to shed water away from internal systems and components