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NHIE 100 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 1. Buckling in horizontal vinyl siding is generally caused by A. reflected sunlight. B. improper fastening. C. condensation in walls. D. improper house wrap. - Answer-improper fastening 2. At what level would water pressure within a single-family dwelling begin to be considered excessive and require correction? A. 60 psi B. 80 psi C. 100 psi D. 120 psi - Answer-80 psi 3. A newer home with electric heat is being inspected. It has a below grade ...

Which is most likely to be considered an ethical breach by a home inspector? A. gross negligence. B. negligent misrepresentation. C. ordinary negligence. D. fraud. Correct Answer: gross negligence. Feedback: NHIE 2015 p.602 NHIE 2019 Vol.2 p.399 Electric dryer receptacles in older houses: A. work with four-wire cords and plugs. B. may share a wire with a 120-volt receptacle C. require their own circuit D. are rated for at least 50 amps Correct Answer: require their own circuit ...

A poured concrete retaining wall with weep holes is rotating. What is the most likely reason for the rotation? - Answer- There is no gravel behind the wall. A poured concrete basement wall has a 1/4" wide crack where the wall is bowing slightly. Brown stains are below the crack. What is the most likely reason for this condition? - Answer- The gutters are blocked. A concrete block basement wall has significant efflorescence. What is the most likely reason for this condition? - Answer- The ...

Which is most likely to be considered an ethical breach by a home inspector? A. gross negligence. B. negligent misrepresentation. C. ordinary negligence. D. fraud. Correct Answer: gross negligence. Feedback: NHIE 2015 p.602 NHIE 2019 Vol.2 p.399 Electric dryer receptacles in older houses: A. work with four-wire cords and plugs. B. may share a wire with a 120-volt receptacle C. require their own circuit D. are rated for at least 50 amps Correct Answer: require their own circuit ...

NHIE Practice Test's Questions and Answers What describes partial vapor pressure? A. Water Vapor has a tendency to disperse itself equally in the available air B. Water vapor causes new homes to require house wrap C. Water vapor is a common with forced induction natural gas furnaces D. Water vapor ia an indication of sick house syndrome. - Answer-A. Water vapor has a tendency to disperse itself equally in the available air. To measure carbon monoxide, you should use a(n): A. OC detec...

NHIE Electrical Part 1 Questions and Answers What is the danger of a fused neutral? - Answer-Circuit remains hot if fixture stops working. What is the ampacity of copper #8? - Answer-40 amps. What is the minimum service required for new single family houses? - Answer-100 amps. What is the appropriate breaker for a 30 amp appliance? - Answer-30 amp breaker. What is the issue with aluminum wire? - Answer-Prone to differential expansion with copper wire. What outlets can aluminum wire be ter...

NHIE – Electrical Exam Practice Questions and Answers What is the min service amperage for a single family dwelling? - Answer-100A All other services, min 60A. How many services allowed per dwelling? - Answer-One All underground raceways must be sealed when what? - Answer-When they enter the main panel. What is a warning ribbon and where should it be? - Answer-It is an identifier for the service lateral. It must be buried 12" or more above service conductors. What wires are allowe...

NHIE Study Guide Questions with Correct Answers Connections of dissimilar metal in a plumbing system, such as galvanized steel pipe and copper pipe will usually cause - Answer-electrolysis An electrical system with a fuse on the neutral conductor and on the energized (hot) conductors - Answer-is hazardous and should be corrected Brick chimneys on older properties with oil heat sometimes curve above the roof line, with no visible cracks. What is a possible cause of this curving? - Answer-E...

Professional Home Inspector Exam NHIE / TREC #2 Questions and Answers Rated A What type of roof requires on interlayment of felt between courses? a. Wood shakes b. Roll roofing c. Wood shingles d. Slate shingles a. Wood shakes In an older home, a forced hot air furnace is replaced by a heat pump. The heat coming out of the register is: a. Hotter b. Cooler c. Same d. Depends on the air duct layout Cooler When inspecting kitchen cabinets: a. Observe that they are securely attached t...

Professional Home Inspector Exam NHIE / TREC #2 Questions and Answers Rated A Document Content and Description Below Professional Home Inspector Exam NHIE / TREC #2 Questions and Answers Rated A What type of roof requires on interlayment of felt between courses? a. Wood shakes b. Roll roofing c. Wood shingles d. Slate shingles a. Wood shakes In an older home, a forced hot air furnace is replaced by a heat pump. The heat coming out of the register is: a. Hotter b. Cooler c. Same d. Depends on t...