Home Inspector National Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027

Home Inspector National Questions and Correct Answers 2026/2027 It is important to maintain a positive grade away from the structure of at LEAST _______ inch drop per foot for six feet. - Correct Answer 1 What BEST describes the report statement shown below? "The roof is in good condition for its age." - Correct Answer Conclusion Which of the following conditions would be LEAST critical to your client's safety? A. A pin hole in the heat exchanger B. No handrails on an interior stairway C. Lack of a pressure and temperature relief valve on the water heater D. A non-reversing garage door opener - Correct Answer A pin hole in the heat exchanger The normal MINIMUM run for a residential stair tread is: A. 7 in. B. 8 in. C. 9 in. D. 11 in. - Correct Answer 9 inches Standard three light electrical testers are NOT always reliable because: - Correct Answer Three light testers will not detect multiple wiring problems Bulging plaster is observed high up on several bedroom walls. The primary concern is the bulging plaster is a(n): - Correct Answer Potential safety issue EIFS is a siding material that: - Correct Answer Looks like stucco but lacks a wire mesh While inspecting a home, you observe a large ceiling fan with built-in lamps. This installation requires a(an): - Correct Answer Approved brace or box What are the types of heat that must be taken into account when calculating the cooling loads for an HVAC system? - Correct Answer Sensible and latent heat Which of the following would be most likely to have the highest R-value?