AHIT: Exam-INTERNACHI HOME
INSPECTOR – 2- Study Guide
QUESTIONS Fully Solve 2026/2027
Elaborated.
Inspectors should evaluate roof decks by _____ - Answer looking for signs of failure
There are two common types of perimeter duct systems: perimeter _____ and perimeter radial.
- Answer loop
A "hammer test" checks for ______. - Answer loose fasteners
A "hammer test" checks for ______. - Answer loose fasteners
Hailstones striking rain-cooled, hard asphalt are more likely to _____ granules, while hailstones
striking hot, dry, softer asphalt are more likely to _____ granules. - Answer loosen, embed
Structures built far above street level may have _____ water pressure and water flow. - Answer
low
There are basically two types of steam heating systems: _________________. - Answer low-
pressure and high-pressure
If particleboard is used as wall sheathing, the grade mark with Type _____ or _____ should be
stamped on it. - Answer M-1... M-2
If a crawlspace was accessible and free from inspection restrictions, an inspector will likely be
responsible for the _________ located in the crawlspace that were not reported. - Answer
major defects
Kenton discovered ___________________ at the particleboard flooring at the rear corner of the
second crawlspace. - Answer major water damage
The _____ typically has final say on how asphalt shingles are installed. - Answer
manufacturer
,If the roof lasts beyond the first few years, but fails prematurely, it's usually _____-related. -
Answer manufacturer
An inspection does not determine _____________ value of a property. - Answer market
Glass block is considered ________. - Answer masonry
Glass block is considered ________. - Answer masonry
Kenton describes how ducts should be sealed with _______, not ________, which lasts only a
few years. - Answer mastic, duct tape
An inspection will not deal with which type of concern? - Answer matters or taste or
aesthetics
Door weather-stripping is generally of three types, what are they? - Answer Metal, Foam
Plastic, or Plastic Stripping
A home inspector is required to describe the heating ____________. - Answer method
A home inspector is required to describe the heating _____. - Answer method
The inspector may choose not to inspect which of the following: - Answer microwave oven
radiation leaks
A clothes washer standpipe should have a _________________ height above the trap of 18
inches. - Answer minimum
1/8-inch per foot is the _______________ slope required for a horizontal drain pipe that is sized
between 3 and 6 inches. - Answer minimum
3/4-inch is the _________________ diameter of a water service pipe. - Answer minimum
The image shows _________________, and a very dangerous condition exists, especially to the
unwary home inspector. - Answer missing insulation
Rodents tend to enter electrical panels primarily because of ______________. - Answer
missing knockouts
,Debris accumulated on the roof causes problems related to _____. - Answer moisture
During the heating season when a home is kept warm and the doors and windows are kept
closed, attic ventilation helps prevent problems related to_____. - Answer moisture
Crawlspaces with excessive ___________ can be valid inspection restriction. - Answer
moisture
Tiny cracks that follow the plaster surface that look like spider veins may be indicative of a
______ problem behind the plaster itself. - Answer moisture
Expansion and contraction of roof sheathing is most heavily influenced by _____. - Answer
moisture
Homes with high profile tiles with headwall flashing that is not bent to the tile profile may suffer
_____. - Answer moisture intrusion
A _________ comes in both invasive and non-invasive models. - Answer moisture meter
You should not document and report the presence of _____ without having a test performed. -
Answer mold
The inspector is not required to determine the presence of: - Answer mold, mildew or fungus
The inspector is not required to determine the presence of: - Answer mold, mildew or fungus
Shingles installed during cold times of the year may take _____ to fully bond. - Answer
months
Which of the following IS NOT an indication of intentional damage? - Answer more hail
damage to slopes facing south
Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate crown constructed from common _____. -
Answer mortar mix
Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate cap constructed from common _____ -
Answer mortar mix
, Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate cap constructed from common _____ -
Answer mortar mix
Tiny cracks that follow the plaster surface that look like spider veins may be indicative of a
______ problem behind the plaster itself. - Answer Mositure
The ________ effective venting system for most type of roofs is ridge and soffit vents - Answer
most
The ________ effective venting system for most type of roofs is ridge and soffit vents - Answer
most
Clay tile is the _____ common type of material used for masonry chimney liners. - Answer
most
Clay tiles are the _____ common type of masonry chimney liner - Answer most
Clay tiles are the _____ common type of masonry chimney liner - Answer most
During your inspection, it is important to press on the clay or slate shingles with your hand to
check for __________. - Answer movement
Asphalt roofs with _____ will get hotter, hold heat longer, and may void the manufacturer's
warranty. - Answer multiple layers
The lites in a window sash are divided horizontally and vertically by narrow strips of wood or
metal called _________. - Answer muntins
The lites in a window sash are divided horizontally and vertically by narrow strips of wood or
metal called _______. - Answer muntins
Outdoor cooking equipment that is connected to the home's fuel and electrical systems
________ be inspected for the same safety issues as those affecting the cooking areas and
kitchen of the main structure. - Answer must
Electrical panels _________ fully enclosed with no openings. - Answer must be
INSPECTOR – 2- Study Guide
QUESTIONS Fully Solve 2026/2027
Elaborated.
Inspectors should evaluate roof decks by _____ - Answer looking for signs of failure
There are two common types of perimeter duct systems: perimeter _____ and perimeter radial.
- Answer loop
A "hammer test" checks for ______. - Answer loose fasteners
A "hammer test" checks for ______. - Answer loose fasteners
Hailstones striking rain-cooled, hard asphalt are more likely to _____ granules, while hailstones
striking hot, dry, softer asphalt are more likely to _____ granules. - Answer loosen, embed
Structures built far above street level may have _____ water pressure and water flow. - Answer
low
There are basically two types of steam heating systems: _________________. - Answer low-
pressure and high-pressure
If particleboard is used as wall sheathing, the grade mark with Type _____ or _____ should be
stamped on it. - Answer M-1... M-2
If a crawlspace was accessible and free from inspection restrictions, an inspector will likely be
responsible for the _________ located in the crawlspace that were not reported. - Answer
major defects
Kenton discovered ___________________ at the particleboard flooring at the rear corner of the
second crawlspace. - Answer major water damage
The _____ typically has final say on how asphalt shingles are installed. - Answer
manufacturer
,If the roof lasts beyond the first few years, but fails prematurely, it's usually _____-related. -
Answer manufacturer
An inspection does not determine _____________ value of a property. - Answer market
Glass block is considered ________. - Answer masonry
Glass block is considered ________. - Answer masonry
Kenton describes how ducts should be sealed with _______, not ________, which lasts only a
few years. - Answer mastic, duct tape
An inspection will not deal with which type of concern? - Answer matters or taste or
aesthetics
Door weather-stripping is generally of three types, what are they? - Answer Metal, Foam
Plastic, or Plastic Stripping
A home inspector is required to describe the heating ____________. - Answer method
A home inspector is required to describe the heating _____. - Answer method
The inspector may choose not to inspect which of the following: - Answer microwave oven
radiation leaks
A clothes washer standpipe should have a _________________ height above the trap of 18
inches. - Answer minimum
1/8-inch per foot is the _______________ slope required for a horizontal drain pipe that is sized
between 3 and 6 inches. - Answer minimum
3/4-inch is the _________________ diameter of a water service pipe. - Answer minimum
The image shows _________________, and a very dangerous condition exists, especially to the
unwary home inspector. - Answer missing insulation
Rodents tend to enter electrical panels primarily because of ______________. - Answer
missing knockouts
,Debris accumulated on the roof causes problems related to _____. - Answer moisture
During the heating season when a home is kept warm and the doors and windows are kept
closed, attic ventilation helps prevent problems related to_____. - Answer moisture
Crawlspaces with excessive ___________ can be valid inspection restriction. - Answer
moisture
Tiny cracks that follow the plaster surface that look like spider veins may be indicative of a
______ problem behind the plaster itself. - Answer moisture
Expansion and contraction of roof sheathing is most heavily influenced by _____. - Answer
moisture
Homes with high profile tiles with headwall flashing that is not bent to the tile profile may suffer
_____. - Answer moisture intrusion
A _________ comes in both invasive and non-invasive models. - Answer moisture meter
You should not document and report the presence of _____ without having a test performed. -
Answer mold
The inspector is not required to determine the presence of: - Answer mold, mildew or fungus
The inspector is not required to determine the presence of: - Answer mold, mildew or fungus
Shingles installed during cold times of the year may take _____ to fully bond. - Answer
months
Which of the following IS NOT an indication of intentional damage? - Answer more hail
damage to slopes facing south
Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate crown constructed from common _____. -
Answer mortar mix
Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate cap constructed from common _____ -
Answer mortar mix
, Most masonry chimneys are built with an inadequate cap constructed from common _____ -
Answer mortar mix
Tiny cracks that follow the plaster surface that look like spider veins may be indicative of a
______ problem behind the plaster itself. - Answer Mositure
The ________ effective venting system for most type of roofs is ridge and soffit vents - Answer
most
The ________ effective venting system for most type of roofs is ridge and soffit vents - Answer
most
Clay tile is the _____ common type of material used for masonry chimney liners. - Answer
most
Clay tiles are the _____ common type of masonry chimney liner - Answer most
Clay tiles are the _____ common type of masonry chimney liner - Answer most
During your inspection, it is important to press on the clay or slate shingles with your hand to
check for __________. - Answer movement
Asphalt roofs with _____ will get hotter, hold heat longer, and may void the manufacturer's
warranty. - Answer multiple layers
The lites in a window sash are divided horizontally and vertically by narrow strips of wood or
metal called _________. - Answer muntins
The lites in a window sash are divided horizontally and vertically by narrow strips of wood or
metal called _______. - Answer muntins
Outdoor cooking equipment that is connected to the home's fuel and electrical systems
________ be inspected for the same safety issues as those affecting the cooking areas and
kitchen of the main structure. - Answer must
Electrical panels _________ fully enclosed with no openings. - Answer must be
