ICA Home Inspector Exam Prep 6
Which part of the air conditioner can generally be expected to last the longest?
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
Flue liners are used to protect chimneys from_________, __________, and _______?
rain, condensation and excess fuel
A home inspector should recommend that a home's chimney be looked at by
whom?
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
Noise in a water heater tank is generally caused by__________?
Sediment accumulation
Your written home inspection report should be the same as the verbal summary
you provide your client.
True
, You will use which instrument during a home inspection?
All of the above: Flashlight, voltage sniffer, thermal image camera
Walking on a roof could void roofing warranties.
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
Draining and grading do not impact the structural integrity of a home.
False
What component redirects rainwater expelled by a downspout?
Splash block
Thermal pane windows should be replaced when?
When the window is cloudy
Chimneys that are too short can be dangerous due to improper venting and the
potential for CO poisoning.
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.
True
Indicating an attic's insulation to have a high R-value is a preferred finding to
include on your report.
True
Which of the terms below are associated with masonry?
All of the above: Apron, travertine, anthropic
Which part of the air conditioner can generally be expected to last the longest?
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
Flue liners are used to protect chimneys from_________, __________, and _______?
rain, condensation and excess fuel
A home inspector should recommend that a home's chimney be looked at by
whom?
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
Noise in a water heater tank is generally caused by__________?
Sediment accumulation
Your written home inspection report should be the same as the verbal summary
you provide your client.
True
, You will use which instrument during a home inspection?
All of the above: Flashlight, voltage sniffer, thermal image camera
Walking on a roof could void roofing warranties.
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
Draining and grading do not impact the structural integrity of a home.
False
What component redirects rainwater expelled by a downspout?
Splash block
Thermal pane windows should be replaced when?
When the window is cloudy
Chimneys that are too short can be dangerous due to improper venting and the
potential for CO poisoning.
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.
True
Indicating an attic's insulation to have a high R-value is a preferred finding to
include on your report.
True
Which of the terms below are associated with masonry?
All of the above: Apron, travertine, anthropic
