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National Home Inspector Exam 2025
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What is the MOST likely indication that an electric water heater lower element has failed? correct answersSome hot water, then warm water at all faucets Generally, which type of item is NOT included in a home inspection? correct answersCosmetic When inspecting the structural system, the inspector is required to correct answersReport all structural deficiencies observed The inspector is required to operate all of the following EXCEPT? correct answersShutoff valves Upon viewing the interior of an electrical panel you understand the MINIMUM size copper conductor allowed on a 15-amp rated circuit breaker is correct answers14 AWG The MINIMUM clearance for an electric service above the roadway is correct answers18 feet Electrical receptacles in bathrooms should be correct answersGFCI protected For a swimming pool barrier, what is the largest ball you should be able to pass through the barrier? correct answers3.75 inches Asphalt shingles are NOT allowed to be installed on a roof with a slope of less than correct answers2 in 12 Overhead electrical service should be a MINIMUM of how many feet above 2:12 roof subject to foot traffic? correct answers8 feet
A ground fault circuit interrupter-GFCI-is a safety device that correct answersDisconnects the power if there is an imbalance of current between the grounded and ungrounded conductors Creosote is most likely to be created in a chimney when burning correct answersUnseasoned wood A basin makes a gurgling sound at the end of draining the fixture. This may be due to correct answersInadequate venting A collar tie is found in correct answersThe upper third of the rafter length A home inspector surety bond may best be described as a promise to pay if correct answersThe inspector steals something from an inspected property During your inspection you see small white insects. What do you say to your clients? correct answersSuggest obtaining the services of a pest control operator A home inspection agreement is most likely to be interpreted using which law? correct answersState While performing a home inspection, your ladder falls over and breaks a homeowner's priceless vase. What type of insurance is needed to cover the replacement? correct answersGeneral liability Under what circumstances would it be acceptable to cut a truss? correct answersUnder approval of a structural engineer An expansion joint should be installed in brick veneer correct answersAt different structural components Condensation between the glass layers of thermal pane windows indicated the need to correct answersReplace the glazing, sash or window Buckling in horizontal strip vinyl siding is generally caused by correct answersImproper fastening
A home inspection typically includes correct answersVents, Flues and Chimneys Damage from ice dams could indicate correct answersInsufficient attic ventilation What would indicate chronic condensation issues in the attic? correct answersThere are gray/black stains on the under side of the roof decking While inspecting a home, you observe a large ceiling fan with a built-in lamps. This installation requires a(n) correct answersApproved brace or box Mortar used in brickwork may vary in composition, but always contain correct answersCement, Lime and Sand The water heater pressure relief valve discharge pipe MUST be correct answersAt least the nominal size of the relief valve outlet A toilet water supply valve is off. The BEST way to deal with this situation is to correct answersReport that the toilet was not tested because the valve was off A common place for steel enamel sinks to "rust out" and leak is the correct answersoverflow vhannel