AHIT Structural Inspection (2)
Footings are - ANS-Base where foundation rests
A foundation transmits the weight of a structure from ___________ to __________ . -
ANS-Above grade walls, footings
Columns are vertical supports that carry weight from ________ to __________ - ANS-Girders,
ground
Girders are horizontal structural members used to carry the weight of the floor and wall loads to
the foundation and columns. (true/false) - ANS-True
Joists are horizontal structural members used to support __________ and __________. -
ANS-Ceiling, floor
Compression __________ on a structural member tending to make member ___________ -
ANS-Pushes, shorter/smaller
Tension _________ on a structural member, tending to make member __________ - ANS-Pulls,
longer/larger
Shearing is stress resulting from forces being applied on either side from opposite directions
(true/false) - ANS-True
Bending is movement of a structural member out of its original position without shearing
(true/false) - ANS-True
Name five causes of vertical cracks. (SURFS) - ANS-1. Settlement of structure
2. Uneven settlement
3. Remodeling (new load)
4. Failure of materials
5. Soil compacting/washing away
Angled Cracks appear when the upload and download __________________ - ANS-Offset
each other
Horizontal cracks are an indication of _____________ - ANS-Pressure being applied from the
outside
V-cracks indicate ____________ - ANS-Wall is settling more at the ends than the middle.
, A step-crack is an angled crack that might appear along ___________ - ANS-Mortar block joints
in an angled direction
Spalling - ANS-Crumbling or falling away of surface
Racking - ANS-Leaning/twisting
In platform framing, one story is build on top of the other and the subfloor goes under
___________ - ANS-Sole plate
In balloon framing, long vertical studs and corner posts run from foundation to roof. Subfloor
goes to inner edge of ___________ - ANS-Wall stud
Rafters are designed to ______________ - ANS-Support roof sheathing and transmit load of
the roof to bearing walls and beams.
Rafter Spread is a phenomenon where ___________ - ANS-Roof load bearing on the rafters
forces them outward
Collar ties connect opposite pairs of rafters together to prevent sag and spread (true/false) -
ANS-True
What type of wall runs from ceiling joists to rafters prevent sag? - ANS-Knee walls
Perlins run ___________ to the rafters - ANS-Perpendicular
What is the overall purpose of a structural inspection?
a. To check for code compliance
b. To identify major structural deficiencies
c. To recommend inspection by an engineer
d. To report signs of water penetration - ANS-B
What part of a home's structure is least likely to be visible to a home inspector?
a. Attic
b. Crawl space
c. Footings
d. Foundation - ANS-C
When should the home inspector not enter the crawl space?
a. When access is obstructed
b. When dangerous or adverse situations are suspected
c. When entry could damage property
d. All of the above - ANS-D
Footings are - ANS-Base where foundation rests
A foundation transmits the weight of a structure from ___________ to __________ . -
ANS-Above grade walls, footings
Columns are vertical supports that carry weight from ________ to __________ - ANS-Girders,
ground
Girders are horizontal structural members used to carry the weight of the floor and wall loads to
the foundation and columns. (true/false) - ANS-True
Joists are horizontal structural members used to support __________ and __________. -
ANS-Ceiling, floor
Compression __________ on a structural member tending to make member ___________ -
ANS-Pushes, shorter/smaller
Tension _________ on a structural member, tending to make member __________ - ANS-Pulls,
longer/larger
Shearing is stress resulting from forces being applied on either side from opposite directions
(true/false) - ANS-True
Bending is movement of a structural member out of its original position without shearing
(true/false) - ANS-True
Name five causes of vertical cracks. (SURFS) - ANS-1. Settlement of structure
2. Uneven settlement
3. Remodeling (new load)
4. Failure of materials
5. Soil compacting/washing away
Angled Cracks appear when the upload and download __________________ - ANS-Offset
each other
Horizontal cracks are an indication of _____________ - ANS-Pressure being applied from the
outside
V-cracks indicate ____________ - ANS-Wall is settling more at the ends than the middle.
, A step-crack is an angled crack that might appear along ___________ - ANS-Mortar block joints
in an angled direction
Spalling - ANS-Crumbling or falling away of surface
Racking - ANS-Leaning/twisting
In platform framing, one story is build on top of the other and the subfloor goes under
___________ - ANS-Sole plate
In balloon framing, long vertical studs and corner posts run from foundation to roof. Subfloor
goes to inner edge of ___________ - ANS-Wall stud
Rafters are designed to ______________ - ANS-Support roof sheathing and transmit load of
the roof to bearing walls and beams.
Rafter Spread is a phenomenon where ___________ - ANS-Roof load bearing on the rafters
forces them outward
Collar ties connect opposite pairs of rafters together to prevent sag and spread (true/false) -
ANS-True
What type of wall runs from ceiling joists to rafters prevent sag? - ANS-Knee walls
Perlins run ___________ to the rafters - ANS-Perpendicular
What is the overall purpose of a structural inspection?
a. To check for code compliance
b. To identify major structural deficiencies
c. To recommend inspection by an engineer
d. To report signs of water penetration - ANS-B
What part of a home's structure is least likely to be visible to a home inspector?
a. Attic
b. Crawl space
c. Footings
d. Foundation - ANS-C
When should the home inspector not enter the crawl space?
a. When access is obstructed
b. When dangerous or adverse situations are suspected
c. When entry could damage property
d. All of the above - ANS-D
