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Attics & Crawl Spaces Flashcards

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  1. According to ASHI Standards of Practice, what is the minimum access opening size required for an inspector to enter an attic?

    Answer: 16 inches by 24 inches

    ASHI Standards require an attic access opening of at least 16 inches by 24 inches for the inspector to enter.

  2. Which condition most commonly indicates inadequate attic ventilation?

    Answer: Staining or moisture damage on the underside of roof sheathing

    Staining or moisture on roof sheathing indicates condensation from warm, moist air accumulating due to poor ventilation.

  3. What is the recommended minimum depth of attic insulation (R-value) for most US climate zones per current energy standards?

    Answer: R-38 to R-49 (10–12 inches of blown insulation)

    Current energy codes recommend R-38 to R-49 in most US climate zones, typically achieved with 10–12 inches of blown insulation.

  4. An ASHI inspector observes that bathroom exhaust fans terminate in the attic space rather than at the exterior. This is considered:

    Answer: A deficiency that introduces moisture into the attic

    Exhaust fans must terminate at the exterior; terminating in the attic introduces moisture that can cause mold and structural damage.

  5. When inspecting a crawl space, which of the following ground cover conditions should an inspector report as a deficiency?

    Answer: Bare soil with no vapor retarder installed

    Bare soil in a crawl space allows ground moisture to evaporate into the space, causing wood decay, mold, and high humidity.

  6. What is the minimum headroom clearance that allows an ASHI inspector to enter and inspect a crawl space?

    Answer: 24 inches

    ASHI Standards of Practice require at least 18-inch width and 24-inch height access for crawl space entry, with 18 inches of clearance for traversal.

  7. Which type of insulation, when installed on attic floor joists with the facing material facing upward, creates a potential fire hazard?

    Answer: Kraft-faced fiberglass batt insulation

    Kraft-faced batts installed with the facing up and exposed in an attic are a fire hazard because the kraft paper is combustible and must be covered.