Home Inspection Test 1
The home inspector's job does not include: - ANSWERSproviding an opinion on value
A typical home inspection: - ANSWERStakes two to three hours
A home inspection usually includes: - ANSWERSelectrical, plumbing and insulation
Which of these is not a real inspection association? - ANSWERSProfessional Association of Degreed Home
Inspectors
Which statement is false? - ANSWERShome inspectors are building code inspectors
Which of these is included in a typical home inspection? - ANSWERScarport
The home inspector's job is finished: - ANSWERSafter the report is delivered
Most inspectors provide a report: - ANSWERSwithin 24 to 48 hours
Inspection reports do not usually include: - ANSWERSa plat of survey
Standards of Practice - ANSWERSallow the client to know what to expect
Which of the following is a real company legal structure? - ANSWERSlimited liability company (LLC)
A sole proprietor: - ANSWERShas no separation of liability if a claim is filed against you
A typical general liability insurance policy provides: - ANSWERS$1 to 2 million in coverage
,Which of these additional services is licensed in most (or all) states? - ANSWERStermites
The pre-inspection agreement (inspection contract): - ANSWERSshould be signed by the client before the
inspection begins
Things you need to market your business: - ANSWERSbusiness cards, brochures, email and a decent website
To promote your business, you should spend: - ANSWERS3-7% of your gross fees
You should consider doing a mailing to all past clients: - ANSWERSa couple of times a year
Which of these marketing methods is not effective for home inspectors? - ANSWERSyellow pages ads
Which of the following is not a common method of establishing an inspection fee? - ANSWERSoverall
condition of the house
Licensing curriculums teach: - ANSWERStechnical competency
Home inspectors offer expert opinions that are: - ANSWERSnot legally binding
The oldest and most recognized Standards of Practice are from: - ANSWERSASHI
The ASHI definition of "installed": - ANSWERSAttached such that removal requires tools
The ASHI Standards of Practice are applicable to buildings: - ANSWERSwith four or fewer dwelling units and
their garages or carports
Which of the following tools is not required to meet the Standards of Practice? - ANSWERSa gas leak detector
Every good home inspector is a: - ANSWERSgood communicator
, The inspection order as taught in this course: - ANSWERStop down, outside-in
Never start an oven or dishwasher: - ANSWERSwithout checking the interior first
If any rooms or areas are blocked by stored items: - ANSWERSbe sure to note this on the report as "restricted
view"
Dormers are: - ANSWERS"bump outs" in the roof to gain space
Traditional underlayment has been: - ANSWERS15 or 30 pound felt
A cricket is required on the high side of any chimney wider than: - ANSWERS30 inches
The top edge of counter flashing is either covered by siding or inserted into: - ANSWERSreglets
Which of the following is not a valley type? - ANSWERSstacked
The most common roofing material in North America is: - ANSWERSasphalt
A valley style unique to slate: - ANSWERSrounded
Three typical top applications on a flat roof: - ANSWERSgravel, flood coat, seal coat
A flat roof is less than: - ANSWERS2:12 slope
If you see broken chimney tiles: - ANSWERSrecommend a masonry contractor
With "dead end" valleys you should: - ANSWERScheck the attic or ceilings below for leaks or stains
Failed rubber at plumbing vents: - ANSWERSis common
The home inspector's job does not include: - ANSWERSproviding an opinion on value
A typical home inspection: - ANSWERStakes two to three hours
A home inspection usually includes: - ANSWERSelectrical, plumbing and insulation
Which of these is not a real inspection association? - ANSWERSProfessional Association of Degreed Home
Inspectors
Which statement is false? - ANSWERShome inspectors are building code inspectors
Which of these is included in a typical home inspection? - ANSWERScarport
The home inspector's job is finished: - ANSWERSafter the report is delivered
Most inspectors provide a report: - ANSWERSwithin 24 to 48 hours
Inspection reports do not usually include: - ANSWERSa plat of survey
Standards of Practice - ANSWERSallow the client to know what to expect
Which of the following is a real company legal structure? - ANSWERSlimited liability company (LLC)
A sole proprietor: - ANSWERShas no separation of liability if a claim is filed against you
A typical general liability insurance policy provides: - ANSWERS$1 to 2 million in coverage
,Which of these additional services is licensed in most (or all) states? - ANSWERStermites
The pre-inspection agreement (inspection contract): - ANSWERSshould be signed by the client before the
inspection begins
Things you need to market your business: - ANSWERSbusiness cards, brochures, email and a decent website
To promote your business, you should spend: - ANSWERS3-7% of your gross fees
You should consider doing a mailing to all past clients: - ANSWERSa couple of times a year
Which of these marketing methods is not effective for home inspectors? - ANSWERSyellow pages ads
Which of the following is not a common method of establishing an inspection fee? - ANSWERSoverall
condition of the house
Licensing curriculums teach: - ANSWERStechnical competency
Home inspectors offer expert opinions that are: - ANSWERSnot legally binding
The oldest and most recognized Standards of Practice are from: - ANSWERSASHI
The ASHI definition of "installed": - ANSWERSAttached such that removal requires tools
The ASHI Standards of Practice are applicable to buildings: - ANSWERSwith four or fewer dwelling units and
their garages or carports
Which of the following tools is not required to meet the Standards of Practice? - ANSWERSa gas leak detector
Every good home inspector is a: - ANSWERSgood communicator
, The inspection order as taught in this course: - ANSWERStop down, outside-in
Never start an oven or dishwasher: - ANSWERSwithout checking the interior first
If any rooms or areas are blocked by stored items: - ANSWERSbe sure to note this on the report as "restricted
view"
Dormers are: - ANSWERS"bump outs" in the roof to gain space
Traditional underlayment has been: - ANSWERS15 or 30 pound felt
A cricket is required on the high side of any chimney wider than: - ANSWERS30 inches
The top edge of counter flashing is either covered by siding or inserted into: - ANSWERSreglets
Which of the following is not a valley type? - ANSWERSstacked
The most common roofing material in North America is: - ANSWERSasphalt
A valley style unique to slate: - ANSWERSrounded
Three typical top applications on a flat roof: - ANSWERSgravel, flood coat, seal coat
A flat roof is less than: - ANSWERS2:12 slope
If you see broken chimney tiles: - ANSWERSrecommend a masonry contractor
With "dead end" valleys you should: - ANSWERScheck the attic or ceilings below for leaks or stains
Failed rubber at plumbing vents: - ANSWERSis common
