ICA Home Inspector Exam Prep 6 Questions With Complete
Solutions
Slate shingles have the longest expected service life.
True
Home inspectors are required to inspect chimney interiors and
antennas on the roof.
False
Jalousie is a type of front door.
False
You are not required to inspect the connections of a washing
machine.
True
The kitchen, the laundry room and all bathrooms must be
inspected during a home inspection due to the need to identify
deficiencies in their plumbing systems.
True
Which of the following are a part of the overall plumbing
system?
Ventilation system, waste system, drain system
The hot water supply system and water heating equipment are
considered part of the plumbing inspection.
True
, When inspecting the plumbing system you should inspect the
following:
vent systems, flues, chimneys
It is possible that aluminum siding might need to be grounded.
True
Wood decay is most often caused by which of the following?
Excessive exposure to moisture
Deficient systems or components may need to be repaired
regardless of the duration of the problem.
True
What is the maximum acceptable height difference between
risers for stair safety?
1/4"
If you notice that the homeowner has erected additional walls,
including divider walls, it is appropriate to ask for
documentation that the addition was approved by an engineer.
True
Picture windows are most commonly found in homes older than
30 years.
False
In the hallway outside of bedrooms is the best location for
smoke detectors.
True
Solutions
Slate shingles have the longest expected service life.
True
Home inspectors are required to inspect chimney interiors and
antennas on the roof.
False
Jalousie is a type of front door.
False
You are not required to inspect the connections of a washing
machine.
True
The kitchen, the laundry room and all bathrooms must be
inspected during a home inspection due to the need to identify
deficiencies in their plumbing systems.
True
Which of the following are a part of the overall plumbing
system?
Ventilation system, waste system, drain system
The hot water supply system and water heating equipment are
considered part of the plumbing inspection.
True
, When inspecting the plumbing system you should inspect the
following:
vent systems, flues, chimneys
It is possible that aluminum siding might need to be grounded.
True
Wood decay is most often caused by which of the following?
Excessive exposure to moisture
Deficient systems or components may need to be repaired
regardless of the duration of the problem.
True
What is the maximum acceptable height difference between
risers for stair safety?
1/4"
If you notice that the homeowner has erected additional walls,
including divider walls, it is appropriate to ask for
documentation that the addition was approved by an engineer.
True
Picture windows are most commonly found in homes older than
30 years.
False
In the hallway outside of bedrooms is the best location for
smoke detectors.
True
