Topic Quiz, 8 Hour, Texas Report Form/Report Writing

Question 1

[SCENARIO]
An inspector is performing an inspection on behalf of a buyer for a Realtor XYZ Real estate company that has used this inspector on several occasions & is now requesting that the inspectors report include, cost estimates & a summary page of the deficiencies as this will save them time & they won’t need to review the whole report. The agent also states that per the TREC Inspector SOP’s, Sec. 535-223 this IS NOT required (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 1

TRUE

Question 2

The inspector MAY preprint the form with ruled lines for comments (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 2

TRUE

Question 3

The inspector MAY provide an oral report to a client prior to delivery of form REI 7-5 (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 3

TRUE

Question 4

The inspector is NOT required to use the TREC report Form, for inspections performed or required by a lender or gov’t agency.

Answer 4

TRUE

Question 5

The inspector is NOT required to use the TREC report Form, for inspections of a building or addition that is NOT substantially complete (TRUE/FALSE)

Answer 5

TRUE

Question 6

Where would (Major settlement in my opinion) suggest report by structural engineer, cracks evident, be located on the inspection report form?

a. Foundations
b. Grading & Drainage
c. Roof Structure
d. Walls

Answer 6

a. Foundations

Question 7

Where would (tree limbs touching shingles) be located on the inspection report form?

a. Grading & Drainage
b. Roof Covering
c. Roof Structure
d. Doors

Answer 7

b. Roof Covering

Question 8

Where would (conduit at water heater is not secured properly) be located on the inspection report form?

a. Branch Circuits
b. Service Entrance & Panels
c. Knockouts
d. Plumbing

Answer 8

a. Branch Circuits

Question 9

Common report components include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. The plan review
b. The body of the report
c. An evaluation of physical conditions
d. A recommendation of action

Answer 9

a. The plan review

Question 10

You should use all of the following words or phrases EXCEPT:

a. Satisfactory
b. Good condition
c. Sound
d. No deficiencies noted

Answer 10

d. No deficiencies noted

Question 11

Building code references:

a. Enhance your credibility
b. Reduce your liability
c. Should be avoided
d. Are straightforward

Answer 11

c. Should be avoided