DS Home Inspection - Info Site Quiz

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Which of the following locations can be included in an inspection?

  • Southern Maryland; Southern Virginia; and Washington, D.C.
  • Maryland; Northern Virginia; and Washington, D.C. (correct)
  • Annapolis, Maryland; Alexandria, Virginia; and the heart of Washington, D.C.
  • Baltimore, Maryland; Arlington, Virginia; and the outskirts of Washington, D.C.

When might a 4-point inspection be added to an initial inspection?

  • At any time, if needed.
  • Only if the first inspection is inconclusive.
  • At the end of the first inspection. (correct)
  • During the second inspection.

If a first inspection is scheduled for 2 PM, what should happen to the other inspection block?

  • The PM slot the next day should be blocked.
  • The 10 AM slot should be blocked. (correct)
  • The 2 PM slot needs to be blocked.
  • The slot cannot be blocked.

What type of inspection might be added as a stand-alone?

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What action should be taken if a client asks for an inspection on a Saturday?

<p>Contact the company for further direction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When scheduling an inspection in Virginia that uses a Sentrilock, who should you contact for a one-day access code?

<p>The Home Owner, Seller or Builder Rep (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a property in Maryland, what is the process for obtaining access using a Sentrilock for an inspection?

<p>A one-day Sentrilock code is NOT required. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you need a one-day Sentrilock code for a property inspection, which service do you NOT use, based on the information?

<p>ShowingTime (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For a property inspection in Washington D.C., how do you get access through a Sentrilock?

<p>A one-day Sentrilock code is NOT required. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When obtaining a Sentrilock one-day code for a Virginia inspection, which of these is the least likely source of assistance?

<p>The listing agent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For which inspection types must you include a 'Free Termite Inspection' add-on?

<p>Standard Home Inspections, Elite Residential Inspection, Premium All Inclusive Residential Inspection, Pre-Listing Residential Inspection, Multi-Unit Residential Inspection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should you suggest a Lead Inspection in addition to the standard inspection types?

<p>When a client requests it or there is a suspicion of lead paint. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you do before quoting a Lead Inspection to a client?

<p>Confirm the quote price with Ditanyan. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for confirming a termite inspection with a third-party service?

<p>Wait for PestNow to confirm via email about their availability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What additional service should be included in all standard inspection types, including Elite Residential Inspection, Premium All Inclusive Residential Inspection, Multi-Unit Residential Inspection, and Pre-Listing Residential Inspection?

<p>Termite inspection add-on (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When calculating the total square footage of a property, what should you include?

<p>The square footage of the basement, regardless of whether it's finished or unfinished. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance is there no additional fee for a detached garage inspection?

<p>When the detached garage is the only garage on the property. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a client requests an inspection on a Saturday, what is the appropriate response?

<p>Contact Ditanyan for approval before accepting the request. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What types of structures are explicitly excluded from inspection?

<p>Workshops (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which days can inspections be scheduled?

<p>Monday to Thursday (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required before performing an early drop for an inspection?

<p>Payment for the order (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of assessment is included with a home inspection?

<p>Visual mold assessment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must be accessible for a sewer scope to be performed on a home with septic?

<p>An accessible cleanout (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Inspection Area

The ability to conduct home inspections in Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia.

Stand Alone Inspection

A type of home inspection that focuses on specific aspects of the property.

Walk and Talk Inspection

An informal inspection where an inspector walks through the property with a client and discusses concerns.

4 Point Inspection

An inspection format where the inspector assesses four key areas of the property.

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Blocking Inspection Slots

Preventing scheduling conflicts by blocking the opposite time slot if a client books a morning or afternoon inspection.

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Sentrilock One-Day Code

A code required for real estate inspections in Virginia, but not Maryland or Washington DC.

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ShowingTime

A scheduling system used for real estate showings, but not for Sentrilock inspections.

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BrokerBay

A scheduling system used for real estate showings, but not for Sentrilock inspections.

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Access Contact

The person responsible for granting access to properties for inspections in Virginia.

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Listing Agent

The real estate professional representing the seller of a property.

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Garage Inclusion

Includes detached garages with living space in the home's total square footage. Excludes workshops, barns, casitas, carports, and sheds.

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Mold Assessment

Visual mold assessment is included in every home inspection. The inspector will check for signs of mold and advise if testing is necessary.

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Indoor Air Quality Testing

A process of measuring and analyzing air quality inside a building, focusing on pollutants and factors affecting air health. Can be included with home inspections.

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Sewer Scope Inspection

A separate inspection service that examines the sewer system. Can be done with a home inspection or independently.

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Septic Sewer Scope

Available for homes with septic systems, as long as an accessible cleanout is available.

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Mandatory Termite Inspection

When a standard, elite, premium, multi-unit, or pre-listing inspection is booked, a termite inspection must also be included and added to the invoice for the client.

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Who Provides Termite Inspections?

PestNow, a third-party company, conducts termite inspections for Ditanyan.

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Lead Paint Inspection: Wood Windows

If a client requests a lead paint inspection in addition to another inspection type, the inspector must ask about the presence of wood windows and their approximate number.

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Basement Area Calculation

Ditanyan uses square footage of the basement in calculating the total square footage even if it's unfinished.

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Upselling Inspection Packages

If a client books a standard, elite, premium, multi-unit, or pre-listing inspection, the inspector should try to sell them the Elite Residential Inspection or Premium All Inclusive Residential Inspection packages.

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Additional Inspection Options

A 4-point inspection, a walk-and-talk inspection, and a stand-alone inspection can be offered in addition to the regular inspections. These optional extras can be added at the end of the initial inspection.

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Detached Garage Inspection Fees

A detached garage is inspected without any additional charges if it is the only garage. If there is also an attached garage, there is no charge for inspecting the detached garage. However, a fee may apply for inspecting a detached garage with living space.

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Study Notes

Inspection Procedures in Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia

  • Inspections are conducted in Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia.
  • A "Walk and Talk" 4-point add-on may be conducted at the end of the initial inspection, if needed.
  • A second inspection time slot should be blocked opposite the initial slot (e.g., 10 AM initial = PM second; 2 PM initial = AM second).
  • Saturday inspections are possible, if requested.
  • Links to relevant licenses are available on the company's information page.
  • Sentrilock requires a one-day code for Virginia inspections, but not for Maryland or DC inspections.
  • Sentrilock does not use scheduling services like ShowingTime or BrokerBay.
  • Contact the Buyer's Agent, Homeowner, Seller, or Builder's Representative for access; do not contact the Listing Agent.
  • Additional services (Elite Residential, Premium All Inclusive, Multi-Unit, Pre-Listing) must be added to all standard inspections and listed on invoices.
  • Bundle packages (Elite Residential and Premium All Inclusive) should be offered when possible.
  • Basement square footage must be included in the total, regardless of finish status.
  • Termite inspections (using PestNow) are included in Standard, Elite, Premium, Multi-Unit, and Pre-Listing Inspections. Confirm accessibility with PestNow.
  • Lead inspections are suggested, with a confirmation of the number of wooden windows present. Confirm the quote price for lead inspections.
  • HQS Inspection may be an extra fee in these cases.
  • Detached garages (only) are free to inspect. Attached or detached garages with living space have fees. Add detached garage with living space square footage to the total.
  • Workshops, barns, casitas, carports, and sheds are not inspected.
  • Inspections are available Monday through Thursday, and Friday morning only.
  • Water test results are included in the inspection timeline.
  • Radon inspections are available in Maryland, DC, and Virginia (early drops require payment prior).
  • Visual mold assessments are included (inspector advises on testing, if recommended).
  • Indoor air quality testing is available.
  • Sewer scopes can be performed with or as a standalone inspection with septic homes (accessibility of cleanout is required). Homeland Environmental is the third-party provider.
  • Online orders are not automatically acknowledged/handled (unless specifically requested by Ditanyan). Information about inspection classes should be passed to Ditanyan.
  • After providing a quote in Spectora, use the Spectora Quote Form to save; do not save/schedule in Spectora.
  • If a quote email is requested, use the appropriate email template.

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