FINAL TEST Flashcards
Define NY State Real property law article 12 B
Determines ethics and standards
What should the inspector do if there is a concerned safety problem?
Inform all concerned parties
True or false? They home inspection as non-invasive
True
What is a material defect
Problem with property having significant impact on value, or involves risk of people
Article 444-B under definitions defines home inspection as?
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
Name 7 points of NY state home inspector standard of practice?
Identify defects, assist client with overall condition of property, identify significant problems or risks, provide a written report, deliver the report by various means
What is article 444-A.
Home inspection professional licensing act
Define residential building?
Consist of 1 to 4 dwelling units, garages, carport, excluding newly constructed or not previously occupied units
What is the role of the secretary under 444-C?
promulgate, implement, training, requirements for CEC, develop
What are the license requirements for home inspectors under 444D?
- Be licensed
- Be regulated by the state or political subdivision as an architect
- Regulated by the state as an engineer acting within the scope
- The person who is employed as a code enforcement official
- The home inspector meeting article 444E
What are the qualifications for licensure in the article for 444E?
Hi school diploma, complete 100 hours of class and 40 hours outfield experience, or performed lease 100 home inspections and pass the state test.
How long is The license period For a home inspector?
Two years
How much does it cost for a home inspection license?
$250
True or false? Call inspector shell display license number on every inspection report and all advertising
True
How many days after the inspection does Inspector have to provide the report?
Five
It is illegal for a home inspector to do what?
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
How much can the secretary find a home inspector?
$1000 per violation
What is the Required liability insurance?
$150,000 per occurrence and $500,000 in aggregate
How often does a home inspector have to renew his license and how and how many CECS?
Two years, 24 hours
True or false? The home inspector can disclose the report to anyone that request
False
Name some items a home inspector does not have to report?
Fences, soil, outbuildings, safety glass, property lines etc.
Is a home inspector required to report on smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors and alarms?
Yes
What is the title 19 and NYCRR?
New York codes rules and regulations
What are the dimensions of the land into required at exit doors?
3 feet and direction of travel, wide as opening
Explain swimming pool law?
As of 2006 all pools must have a water activation alarm
What does NY state SOP say about contracts?
Must cover terms, conditions, limitations and be signed
What’s report that ends up in litigation the most?
Simple checklist
