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Which of the following describes partial vapor pressure?
Which of the following describes partial vapor pressure?
In order for soffit vents to operate properly, there MUST be:
In order for soffit vents to operate properly, there MUST be:
Home inspectors report receptacles with reversed polarity as potentially hazardous because:
Home inspectors report receptacles with reversed polarity as potentially hazardous because:
The term 'wet vent' refers to a:
The term 'wet vent' refers to a:
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EIFS is a siding material that:
EIFS is a siding material that:
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The joints on the exterior of the brick chimney should be:
The joints on the exterior of the brick chimney should be:
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When a water heater thermostat is set at 140 °F or higher, a ______ should be installed to temper the water.
When a water heater thermostat is set at 140 °F or higher, a ______ should be installed to temper the water.
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In a forced air furnace, the burners are used to generate heat in the:
In a forced air furnace, the burners are used to generate heat in the:
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While inspecting a crawl space, you should probe for decay if the _________ is dark in appearance.
While inspecting a crawl space, you should probe for decay if the _________ is dark in appearance.
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Which statement BEST describes the action a home inspector should take when a safety issue is found in a home?
Which statement BEST describes the action a home inspector should take when a safety issue is found in a home?
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Ivy has grown across the entire exterior brick wall surfaces of a one-family house. The home inspector should report that the ivy:
Ivy has grown across the entire exterior brick wall surfaces of a one-family house. The home inspector should report that the ivy:
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Which of the following is the correct termination where the sloped roof terminates with an EIFS wall?
Which of the following is the correct termination where the sloped roof terminates with an EIFS wall?
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Fireplace flues must extend AT LEAST:
Fireplace flues must extend AT LEAST:
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Damage from ice dams could indicate:
Damage from ice dams could indicate:
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Study Notes
Vapor Pressure and Home Construction
- Partial Vapor Pressure: Water vapor tends to disperse equally in air.
- House Wrap Requirement: New homes require house wrap to manage water vapor.
Soffit Vents and Airflow
- Soffit Vent Operation: Must have a clear air channel between roof boards and insulation to function properly.
Electrical Safety
- Reversed Polarity Hazard: Reversed polarity in receptacles increases the shock likelihood at connected equipment.
Plumbing and Venting Systems
- Wet Vent Definition: A waste line that also functions as a vent for proper drainage.
Siding and Construction Materials
- EIFS Characteristics: Looks like stucco but does not incorporate wire mesh.
Chimney Construction
- Chimney Joint Treatment: Joints on the exterior of brick chimneys should be concaved for water drainage.
Water Heater Safety
- Thermostat Setting: At 140 °F or higher, a mixing valve must be installed to temper water.
Furnace Mechanics
- Heat Generation Location: In forced air furnaces, burners generate heat in the heat exchanger.
Structural Inspection
- Crawl Space Inspection: Probe for decay in floor joists, indicated by a dark appearance.
Reporting Safety Issues
- Action for Safety Issues: Determine the urgency of safety issues and report to the appropriate parties rather than merely verbalizing.
Ivy and Exterior Maintenance
- Ivy Impact: Ivy can cause surface damage on brick walls and should be reported for removal.
EIFS Wall Termination
- Proper Roof Termination: Use kick-out flashing at the junction where the sloped roof meets the EIFS wall to direct water into the gutter.
Fireplace Flue Standards
- Flue Extension Requirement: Must extend at least three feet above the roof and two feet above any point within ten feet.
Ice Dams Damage Indicators
- Indicators of Insufficient Insulation: Damage from ice dams may suggest inadequate attic insulation.
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