TREC Real Estate Inspections Flashcards

Which of the following is a TREC-approved inspector specialization?

Answer: Pest and termite inspection

Wood Destroying Insect (WDI/termite) inspection is a recognized specialty area for TREC inspectors in Texas.

When may a TREC inspector accept additional compensation from a party other than their client?

Answer: Only with written consent from all parties to the transaction

A TREC inspector may accept additional compensation from another party only if all parties to the transaction provide written consent.

What is the minimum experience requirement before a Real Estate Inspector may apply for a Professional Real Estate Inspector license in Texas?

Answer: 1 year and 250 inspections

To qualify for a Professional Real Estate Inspector license, a candidate must have at least 1 year of experience and have performed a minimum of 250 inspections under supervision.

Under TREC rules, how must an inspector handle a situation where a deficiency is concealed and cannot be fully evaluated?

Answer: Report the limitation and indicate that further investigation may be needed

When a deficiency is concealed and cannot be accessed, the inspector must document the limitation and recommend further evaluation if appropriate.

A Texas real estate inspector is prohibited from:

Answer: Accepting compensation contingent on the sale of the property

Accepting compensation contingent on the outcome of a sale creates a conflict of interest and is expressly prohibited under TREC inspector rules.

What report designation does a TREC inspector use to identify an item that poses an immediate safety hazard?

Answer: Deficient (D)

TREC's promulgated report uses the 'Deficient' (D) designation for items that do not function as intended, including immediate safety hazards.