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Question and answers correctly
solved 2025/2026
Which of the following is the LEAST important to report when inspecting through the wall air
conditioning units? - correct answer ✔There was only a 15 degree temperature spread
Which type overcorrect devices are not allowed in new construction? - correct answer ✔Edison base
fuses
What is the MOST likely indication that an electric water heater lower element has failed? - correct
answer ✔Some hot water, then warm water at all faucets.
Ivy has grown across the entire exterior brick wall surfaces of a one-family house. The home inspector
should report that the ivy: - correct answer ✔Could cause damage to the surface and recommend
removal.
Generally, which type of item is NOT included in a home inspection? - correct answer ✔Cosmetic
When inspecting the structural system, the inspector is required to - correct answer ✔report all
structural deficiencies observed.
The inspector is required to o[erate all of the following EXCEPT - correct answer ✔shutoff valves.
While inspecting a heat pump in the cooling mode, you measure a 28 degree F differential between the
interior supply and return air. When the ambient outdoor conditions are 92 degrees and 50% humidity,
you should suspect - correct answer ✔a dirty air handler filter.
, The MINIMUM clearance for an electric serive above the roadway is: - correct answer ✔18 feet
Upon viewing the interior of an electrical panel you understand the MINIMUM size copper conductor
allowed on a 15-amp rated circuit breaker is: - correct answer ✔14 AWG
Electrical receptacles in bathrooms should be - correct answer ✔GFCI protected.
For a swimming pool barrier, of the choices below, what is the largest ball you should be able to pass
through the barrier. - correct answer ✔3.75 inches
What piece of equipment is pictured here? (outside of house box with pipe going up) - correct answer
✔Radon suction fan and vent.
Asphalt shingles are NOT allowed to be installed on a roof with a slope of less than - correct answer ✔2
in 12
Which of the following is currently required to be GFCI protected? - correct answer ✔Hydromassage
tub
Overhead electrical service should be a MINIMUM of how many feet above 2:12 roof subject to foot
traffic? - correct answer ✔8 feet
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a safety device that - correct answer ✔disconnects the
power if there is an imbalance of current between the grounded and ungrounded conductors.
Creosote is most likely to be created in a chimney when burning: - correct answer ✔unseasoned wood.
What material has been used in the repair pictured here? (some kind of black fill on a gap) - correct
answer ✔Epoxy carbon fiber
Question and answers correctly
solved 2025/2026
Which of the following is the LEAST important to report when inspecting through the wall air
conditioning units? - correct answer ✔There was only a 15 degree temperature spread
Which type overcorrect devices are not allowed in new construction? - correct answer ✔Edison base
fuses
What is the MOST likely indication that an electric water heater lower element has failed? - correct
answer ✔Some hot water, then warm water at all faucets.
Ivy has grown across the entire exterior brick wall surfaces of a one-family house. The home inspector
should report that the ivy: - correct answer ✔Could cause damage to the surface and recommend
removal.
Generally, which type of item is NOT included in a home inspection? - correct answer ✔Cosmetic
When inspecting the structural system, the inspector is required to - correct answer ✔report all
structural deficiencies observed.
The inspector is required to o[erate all of the following EXCEPT - correct answer ✔shutoff valves.
While inspecting a heat pump in the cooling mode, you measure a 28 degree F differential between the
interior supply and return air. When the ambient outdoor conditions are 92 degrees and 50% humidity,
you should suspect - correct answer ✔a dirty air handler filter.
, The MINIMUM clearance for an electric serive above the roadway is: - correct answer ✔18 feet
Upon viewing the interior of an electrical panel you understand the MINIMUM size copper conductor
allowed on a 15-amp rated circuit breaker is: - correct answer ✔14 AWG
Electrical receptacles in bathrooms should be - correct answer ✔GFCI protected.
For a swimming pool barrier, of the choices below, what is the largest ball you should be able to pass
through the barrier. - correct answer ✔3.75 inches
What piece of equipment is pictured here? (outside of house box with pipe going up) - correct answer
✔Radon suction fan and vent.
Asphalt shingles are NOT allowed to be installed on a roof with a slope of less than - correct answer ✔2
in 12
Which of the following is currently required to be GFCI protected? - correct answer ✔Hydromassage
tub
Overhead electrical service should be a MINIMUM of how many feet above 2:12 roof subject to foot
traffic? - correct answer ✔8 feet
A ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a safety device that - correct answer ✔disconnects the
power if there is an imbalance of current between the grounded and ungrounded conductors.
Creosote is most likely to be created in a chimney when burning: - correct answer ✔unseasoned wood.
What material has been used in the repair pictured here? (some kind of black fill on a gap) - correct
answer ✔Epoxy carbon fiber
