Which part of the air conditioner can generally be expected to last the longest?
Air filter
Coolant container
Condenser coil
Motor - Answers Condenser coil
If you notice that a water heater is rusting, it may be appropriate to state in your report that it is
beginning to deteriorate and may need to be replaced soon.
True
False - Answers True
Flue liners are used to protect chimneys from ______, _______ and _______?
rain, condensation and excess fuel
bugs, excess fuel and debris
rain, bugs and debris
excess fuel, rain and lightening - Answers rain, condensation and excess fuel
A home inspector should recommend that a home's chimney be looked at by whom?
The seller's agent
A certified chimney sweep
A code inspector
No recommendation is needed - Answers A certified chimney sweep
The operation and safety concerns regarding washers and dryers are not included in a standard
inspection so long as that is outlined in your pre-contract agreement.
,True
False - Answers True
Noise in a water heater tank is generally caused by ______?
Boiling water
Sediment accumulation
Salt dissolving
Iron growth - Answers Sediment accumulation
Your written home inspection report should be the same as the verbal summary you provide
your client.
True
False - Answers True
You will use which instrument during a home inspection?
Flashlight
Voltage sniffer
Thermal image camera
All of the above - Answers All of the above
Walking on a roof could void roofing warranties.
True
False - Answers True
"Further inspection is needed" should be written in your report if you believe the standard
inspection is insufficient for a certain component or system.
, True
False - Answers True
Draining and grading do not impact the structural integrity of a home.
True
False - Answers False
What component redirects rainwater expelled by a downspout?
Water brush
Water guard
Splash block
Splash guard - Answers Splash block
Thermal pane windows should be replaced when?
When the window squeaks
When the window is wet
When the window is cloudy
When the window is painted - Answers When the window is cloudy
Chimneys that are too short can be dangerous due to improper venting and the potential for CO
poisoning.
True
False - Answers True
Engineered glulam beams and wood I-joists can carry greater loads over longer spans than is
possible with solid sawn wood of the same size.