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Exterior & Roofing Flashcards

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  1. During a home inspection, you observe step flashing at a roof-to-wall junction has separated from the wall. What is the most appropriate reporting language?

    Answer: Recommend repair by a qualified roofing contractor

    Separated step flashing is a deficiency requiring repair by a qualified contractor because it allows water intrusion at the roof-wall junction.

  2. Which type of window installation deficiency is most commonly associated with exterior water staining below the window on siding?

    Answer: Improper or missing window head flashing

    Missing or improper head flashing above a window allows water to infiltrate behind the siding and run down the exterior, leaving stain trails.

  3. A home inspector notices the fascia boards are soft and discolored directly below the gutters. What is the most likely cause?

    Answer: Overflowing or clogged gutters causing chronic moisture

    Soft, discolored fascia below gutters is a classic sign of chronic water overflow from clogged or improperly pitched gutters rotting the wood.

  4. What does 'brooming' refer to in the context of roofing inspections?

    Answer: The bending of shingles over ridges during installation

    Brooming is the process of pressing shingles down over ridges or hips during installation to ensure proper seating and adhesion.

  5. Exposed nail heads on a roof surface are most directly a concern because they:

    Answer: Create entry points for water infiltration and rust staining

    Exposed nails allow water infiltration at the penetration point and can rust, staining the shingles and leading to accelerated deck deterioration.

  6. When inspecting vinyl siding, which condition is a deficiency that should be reported?

    Answer: Panels installed without overlap at horizontal seams

    Vinyl siding panels must overlap at horizontal seams to prevent water from entering behind the cladding; no-overlap seams are a reportable deficiency.

  7. Which roof feature is designed specifically to prevent wind-driven rain from entering the attic at the gable ends?

    Answer: Gable vent screen

    Gable vent screens prevent wind-driven rain and debris from entering the attic through ventilation openings at the gable ends.