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A comprehensive set of questions and answers related to the nc home inspector exam, covering essential topics such as hvac systems, safety controls, components, and inspection procedures. It is a valuable resource for individuals preparing for the exam, offering insights into common questions and their correct answers.
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inspector enters a home and notices a strong smell of gas. What should he do? Vacate the home and call appropriate people The expansion device Changes refrigerant from high temperature high pressure liquid to low temperature low pressure liquid The condensing coil Refrigerant changes from high temperature high pressure gas to high temperature high pressure liquid The evaporator coil
Refrigerant changes from a low pressure low temperature liquid to a low temperature low pressure gas The compressor Refrigerant changes from a low pressure low temperature gas to a high temperature high pressure gas Automatic safety controls Devices designed and installed to protect systems and components from excessively high or low pressures and temperatures, excessive electrical current, loss of water, loss of ignition, fuel leaks, fire, freezing, or other unsafe conditions Central air conditioning Means a system that uses ducts to distribute cooled or dehumidifies air to more than one room or uses pipes to distribute chilled water to heat exchangers in more than one room and that is not plugged into an electrical convenience outlet
Describe Report in writing a system or component by its type or other inspected characteristics to distinguish it from other systems or components used for the same purpose Dismantle To take apart or remove any component device or piece of equipment that is bolted screwed or fastened by other means and that would not be dismantled by a homeowner in the course of normal household maintenance enter To go into an area to inspect all visible components Functional drainage A drain that empties in a reasonable amount of time and does not overflow when another fixture is drained at the same time
Functional flow A reasonable flow at the highest fixture in a dwelling when another fixture is operated simultaneously Habitable Space A space in a building for living sleeping eating or cooking. It does not mean bathroom toilet room closet or any space used for storage inspect The act of making a visual inspection installed Attached or connected such that an item requires tools for removal
readily visible Seen by using natural or artificial light without the use of equipment or tools other than a flashlight Representative number Means for multiple identical components such as windows and electrical outlets one such component per room and for multiple identical exterior components one such component on each side of building Roof drainage system Gutters downspouts leaders splash blocks and similar components used to carry water off a roof and away from a building shut down
A piece of equipment or a system which cannot be operated by the device or control that a homeowner should normally use to operate it. If it's safety switch or circuit breaker is in the off position or it's fuse is missing or blown the inspector is not required to reestablish the circuit for the purpose of operating the equipment or system Solid fuel heating device Any wood coal or other similar organic fuel burning device including fireplaces whether masonry or factory built fireplace inserts and stoves wood stoves room heaters central furnaces and combinations of these devices Structural component A component that supports non variable forces or weights dead loads and variable forces or weights live loads System A combination of interacting or independent components assembled to carry out one or more functions
Provide a written contract signed by the client before the inspection is performed. State the home inspection is in accordance with the standards of practice of the North Carolina home inspector licensure board. Describe the services performed and the cost. State when an inspection is is for only one or a limited number of systems or components that the inspection is limited to those items DDIR Describe this systems and components required to be described in rule .1106, state which systems and components present at the home and designated for inspection where not inspected and why, state any systems or components that do not function as intended allowing for normal wear and tear or appear to not function as intended based on documented tangible evidence. Describe the system or component state how it is defective explain the implications of conditions listed in the summary and direct the client to a course of action Home inspections Done in accordance with this section are not technically exhaustive
home inspectors do not report on Cause or need for repair, methods and costs of corrections, suitability of property, code compliance or non compliance, market value of property, advisability or in advisability to purchase property, any system not inspected, presence or absence of pests, cosmetic damage, underground items, not permanently installed items, Home inspectors are not required to Offer warranties or guarantees, calculate the strength or efficiency of a system, operate a system that is shut down or inoperable, operate a system that does not respond to normal operating procedures, move personal items that obstruct visibility or access, determine the effectiveness of any system installed to control or remove hazardous substances, predict future conditions, project operating costs of systems, inspect special equipment not listed as components Summary page must include
Home inspectors Must keep records of all inspections done Continuing education requirements Not less than 12 hours and no more than 20 hours Structure masonry vs frame A home built on a frame has wooden studs between the exterior material and the drywall inside. This is the most common type of home construction. A home built on masonry has brick or segment block between the exterior material and the drywall inside Seismic/wind load bracing components Metal straps are used to tie roof framing to wall framing. Earthquake areas require water heaters to be securely strapped to the structure. Flexible piping is needed for water heaters, foundation anchors are needed every 6-8 feet starting at the corners.
Foundation waterproofing and drainage Black tar is used for damp proofing not water proofing. Mortar( black plaster or parading) is used to water proof foundations. Drain tile around the perimeter of foundation running into interior drain tile via bleeders every 8 feet or directed away from the foundation. Wall cracks Vertical cracks that don not penetrate the footing are usually shrinkage cracks, signs of newer cracks are sharp edges and no paint in the crack. Dull edges indicate the crack existed for a while. Paint in the crack is a sign the the crack existed at the time the paint was applied, diagonal cracks in poured concrete basements normally indicate serious problems, sheared cracks offset at the bottom of block walls or in corners are a cause for concern, cracks less than 1/4" wide or without displacement in any direction are not likely to be signs of serious issues unless they are active, cracks over 3/8" need further evaluation Sequence of construction from footings to finish
What part holds a truss together Gusset plate The dip tube on a water heater Brings cold water to the bottom of the tank You look into the burner area of a water heater and see a twisted metal piece sitting on the burner The baffle tribulation has rusted out and dropped You turn off the GFCI in one bathroom and it kills power to the receptacles in another bathroom you report That this is an acceptable practice What is the minimum distance of a single wall vent connector for a wood burning stove to combustibles
What is spalling Pieces of brick breaking or chipping away What is the proper way to vent a condensate drain Indirect drain What is a sign of condensation in an attic Mildew on framing, frost on sheathing, rusted nails An inspector pushes on brick siding what is he looking for Missing masonry ties What is rated for 100 amp service and is unsafe
What is the minimum space between roof shingles and the siding from a former or side wall 2" You have a fireplace that has two top registers and two bottom registers what is this Heatilator Mantle and ceiling have soot Fireplace is probably not drafting properly Flue covered with creosote Safety hazard Fireplace hearth should be Distinguishable from surrounding floor
Electrical fuse panel has a bunch of 15 amp blown fuses lying around what do you tell the client It's likely that at least one circuit is carrying too much current Your ladder falls on a car while doing your inspection what type of insurance covers this General liability You find a garage floor covered in carpet You recommend it be removed Proper electrical wire height for the road, driveway, and yard 18', 12', 10'
