FINAL TEST

Question 1

Define NY State Real property law article 12 B

Answer 1

Determines ethics and standards

Question 2

What should the inspector do if there is a concerned safety problem?

Answer 2

Inform all concerned parties

Question 3

True or false? They home inspection as non-invasive

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is a material defect

Answer 4

Problem with property having significant impact on value, or involves risk of people

Question 5

Article 444-B under definitions defines home inspection as?

Answer 5

Home inspector observed and provides a written report of the systems, components of a residential building including, heating and cooling, electrical and plumbing, structural and foundation, roof and masonry, exterior and interior

Question 6

Name 7 points of NY state home inspector standard of practice?

Answer 6

Identify defects, assist client with overall condition of property, identify significant problems or risks, provide a written report, deliver the report by various means

Question 7

What is article 444-A.

Answer 7

Home inspection professional licensing act

Question 8

Define residential building?

Answer 8

Consist of 1 to 4 dwelling units, garages, carport, excluding newly constructed or not previously occupied units

Question 9

What is the role of the secretary under 444-C?

Answer 9

promulgate, implement, training, requirements for CEC, develop

Question 10

What are the license requirements for home inspectors under 444D?

Answer 10

1. Be licensed
2. Be regulated by the state or political subdivision as an architect
3. Regulated by the state as an engineer acting within the scope
4. The person who is employed as a code enforcement official
5. The home inspector meeting article 444E

Question 11

What are the qualifications for licensure in the article for 444E?

Answer 11

Hi school diploma, complete 100 hours of class and 40 hours outfield experience, or performed lease 100 home inspections and pass the state test.

Question 12

How long is The license period For a home inspector?

Answer 12

Two years

Question 13

How much does it cost for a home inspection license?

Answer 13

$250

Question 14

True or false? Call inspector shell display license number on every inspection report and all advertising

Answer 14

True

Question 15

How many days after the inspection does Inspector have to provide the report?

Answer 15

Five

Question 16

It is illegal for a home inspector to do what?

Answer 16

Work on a property before closing, Inspect a home or there’s financial interest, offer to provide commission or kickbacks to the seller, inspect if there is compensation or employment contingent

Question 17

How much can the secretary find a home inspector?

Answer 17

$1000 per violation

Question 18

What is the Required liability insurance?

Answer 18

$150,000 per occurrence and $500,000 in aggregate

Question 19

How often does a home inspector have to renew his license and how and how many CECS?

Answer 19

Two years, 24 hours

Question 20

True or false? The home inspector can disclose the report to anyone that request

Answer 20

False

Question 21

Name some items a home inspector does not have to report?

Answer 21

Fences, soil, outbuildings, safety glass, property lines etc.

Question 22

Is a home inspector required to report on smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors and alarms?

Answer 22

Yes

Question 23

What is the title 19 and NYCRR?

Answer 23

New York codes rules and regulations

Question 24

What are the dimensions of the land into required at exit doors?

Answer 24

3 feet and direction of travel, wide as opening

Question 25

Explain swimming pool law?

Answer 25

As of 2006 all pools must have a water activation alarm

Question 26

What does NY state SOP say about contracts?

Answer 26

Must cover terms, conditions, limitations and be signed

Question 27

What’s report that ends up in litigation the most?

Answer 27

Simple checklist