Home Inspection Test 1

The home inspector's job does not include: - Answer- providing an opinion on value A typical home inspection: - Answer- takes two to three hours A home inspection usually includes: - Answer- electrical, plumbing and insulation Which of these is not a real inspection association? - Answer- Professional Association of Degreed Home Inspectors Which statement is false? - Answer- home inspectors are building code inspectors Which of these is included in a typical home inspection? - Answer- carport The home inspector's job is finished: - Answer- after the report is delivered Most inspectors provide a report: - Answer- within 24 to 48 hours Inspection reports do not usually include: - Answer- a plat of survey Standards of Practice - Answer- allow the client to know what to expect Which of the following is a real company legal structure? - Answer- limited liability company (LLC) A sole proprietor: - Answer- has no separation of liability if a claim is filed against you A typical general liability insurance policy provides: - Answer- $1 to 2 million in coverage Which of these additional services is licensed in most (or all) states? - Answer- termites The pre-inspection agreement (inspection contract): - Answer- should be signed by the client before the inspection begins Things you need to market your business: - Answer- business cards, brochures, email and a decent website To promote your business, you should spend: - Answer- 3-7% of your gross fees You should consider doing a mailing to all past clients: - Answer- a couple of times a year Which of these marketing methods is not effective for home inspectors? - Answer- yellow pages ads