Home Inspection Standards & Procedures Flashcards
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According to InterNACHI standards, which of the following is the inspector REQUIRED to report on regarding the roof?
Answer: The general condition of the roof covering materials
InterNACHI standards require inspectors to report on the general condition of roof covering materials, not exact lifespan estimates or manufacturer details.
When inspecting a crawl space, what is the InterNACHI standard for entering the space?
Answer: Inspectors are required to enter unless entry would damage the space or be unsafe
InterNACHI standards require inspectors to enter crawl spaces unless doing so would be unsafe or cause damage to the property.
Which condition would make it acceptable for an InterNACHI inspector to NOT walk on a roof during inspection?
Answer: Walking the roof could damage roofing materials or cause injury
Inspectors are not required to walk on a roof if doing so could damage the roofing materials or pose a safety hazard.
Under InterNACHI standards, what does 'readily accessible' mean in the context of a home inspection?
Answer: Exposed and able to be observed without moving obstacles
Readily accessible means exposed and able to be observed without moving obstacles, personal property, or requiring disassembly.
An InterNACHI inspector finds the main electrical panel cover is secured with stripped screws. What should the inspector do?
Answer: Note the condition and report whether or not the panel was inspected
The inspector should report the condition and clearly state whether the panel was inspected or not, since obstruction limits the inspection scope.
Which of the following statements about InterNACHI's Standards of Practice regarding older homes is CORRECT?
Answer: The standards apply equally regardless of the age of the home
InterNACHI's Standards of Practice apply equally to all homes regardless of age, and inspectors are not required to identify all code violations.
During an InterNACHI inspection, the inspector notices the home has a swimming pool. What is the inspector's obligation?
Answer: Pool inspection is excluded from the standard inspection unless agreed upon in writing
Pools, spas, and hot tubs are excluded from the InterNACHI standard inspection unless a written agreement is made with the client to include them.