InterNACHI Home Inspection Standards & Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the InterNACHI standard regarding the inspection of gas fireplaces?

Accepted Answer

Inspectors inspect the visible and accessible portions of the gas fireplace

Answer

Inspectors are required to inspect the visible and accessible components of gas fireplaces but are not required to disassemble or perform invasive procedures.

Question 2

According to InterNACHI, when should an inspector recommend further evaluation by a specialist?

Accepted Answer

Whenever a system or component cannot be fully evaluated within the inspection scope

Answer

Inspectors should recommend further evaluation by a specialist whenever they encounter conditions that cannot be fully evaluated within the inspection's scope.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a required component of the InterNACHI inspection report?

Accepted Answer

Photographs of every inspected component

Answer

InterNACHI standards do not require photographs of every inspected component, though photographs of deficiencies are recommended best practice.

Question 4

An inspector discovers a sealed attic hatch that has never been opened. Under InterNACHI standards, what is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Note the limitation and inspect as much of the attic as is accessible

Answer

Inspectors should note limitations to access and inspect whatever portions of the attic are accessible without causing damage.

Question 5

Under InterNACHI standards, which heating system component is the inspector REQUIRED to inspect?

Accepted Answer

Visible portions of the heating system including the thermostat

Answer

Inspectors are required to inspect visible portions of the heating system, including operating the thermostat, but are not required to disassemble equipment.

(InterNACHI) International Association of Certified Home Inspectors Practice Test

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InterNACHI Home Inspection Standards & Procedures 3