Inspect the attic - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Can you be too specific in identifying the roofing material? If so, when and why? - Answer It is dangerous to be too specific in identifying the roof material. Some roofing materials look similar to others. We say asphalt shingles rather than fiberglass shingles, fiber cement rather than asbestos cement, metal rather than tin, and single ply rather than PVC. If you don't actually get up on the roof, you should: - Answer Document your limitations in the written report. Is the roof insp...

T/F: Ventilation of attic areas is intended to prevent the accumulation of moisture vapor in the attic-roof space and to dry low levels of condensation that may form on the underside of a roof deck. - ️️True There should be a minimum space of ____ provided between the insulation and the roof deck sheathing and at the location of the vent. - ️️1 inch T/F: A combination of continuous ridge vents along the peak of the roof and continuous soffit vents at the eaves provides the most eff...

Residential Building Inspector Questions and Answers 100% Pass What is the primary goal of a residential building inspection? The primary goal is to ensure the property meets safety and structural standards. Why is it important to inspect a building’s foundation early in the inspection? The foundation supports the entire structure; early inspection helps identify any major stability issues. What could uneven floors indicate in a home inspection? Uneven floors may indicate foundat...

NHIE EXAM 100 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ALL CORRECT 2024 NEWEST VERSION Which of the following is NOT a component of wood stairs? A. riser B. header C. stringer D. tread - Answer- B When inspecting the structural system, the inspector is required to A. inspect only the visible components in the attic and crawl space. B. specify method of structural repairs to the system. C. report all structural deficiencies observed. D. determine the cause and origin of the damage. - Answer- C ...

T/F: Ventilation of attic areas is intended to prevent the accumulation of moisture vapor in the attic-roof space and to dry low levels of condensation that may form on the underside of a roof deck. Answer True There should be a minimum space of ____ provided between the insulation and the roof deck sheathing and at the location of the vent. Answer 1 inch T/F: A combination of continuous ridge vents along the peak of the roof and continuous soffit vents at the eaves provides the most effec...

NHIE Questions And Answers Rated A+. Which of the following best describes the statement shown below that appears in a typical home inspection report? "the water heater is in good condition for its age." - correct answer. Conclusion Which of the following conditions would be least critical to your client's safety? - correct answer. A pin hole inn the heat exchanger It is important to maintain a positive grade away from a structure of at least _____ inch drop p...

EXAM PREP 7 HOME INSPECTING PRACTICE TEST WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS 100% 2023/2024 Joists are used to attach decks to homes. What is the BEST way to secure joists? - correct answer With metal brackets When concrete is not installed properly, defects inevitably become apparent. What cause do most concrete problems have in common? - correct answer Excess water is added If the garage is attached, what type of door is required between the house and garage? - correct answer Self-closing door ...

An aversion to new objects is the behavioral trait of a roof rat that makes it necessary to pre-bait traps at the beginning of a control program. Exclusion is trimming back foliage and sealing holes as a non-chemical control method. Norway rats would most likely be found in a __________of a structure. sub-area The first action to take in response to consumer complaints of rats in the attic is to inspect the attic and adjacent areas for pest activity. The application procedure for...

Professional Home Inspector Exam 2 NHIE/TREC - Q & A (Complete Solutions) What type of roof requires on interlayment of felt between courses? a. Wood shakes b. Roll roofing c. Wood shingles d. Slate shingles 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 When inspecting kitchen cabinets: a. Observe that they are securely attached to the wall b. Remove everything from th...

Internachi Florida State Exam prep Questions With Complete Solutions. The typical electrical service for homes in North America is a_____? 120240 Volt The 240 Volt circuit is used for? Appliances The return conductor (a.k.a. the neutral) is at ___ volts because it is grounded to the electric panel Zero Most 120 Volt circuits are wired to deliver ___ or ___ Amps of current 15, 20 Most ___ Buildings are supplied with 120240 Volt services. This means that the cable assembly is made u...