section 6: unit 2 Material Facts Related to Property Condition and Location

Which of the following can indicate an electrical problem?

A burned or discolored outlet

Mike relocated for work and learned that the region in which he planned to buy a home had many old underground mines. In fact, Mike might even need to purchase mine subsidence insurance. What might a home inspector flag for Mike if there are any concerns about undermining?

A sinkhole on the property

Which of the following could be an indication of a foundation problem?

Crack in a basement wall

Justin decided to build a privacy fence around his yard. He thought the fence was along the property line, but it turns out he built it one foot inside his neighbor's property. What will an inspector document as existing on the neighboring property?

Encroachment

______ around pipes, vents, or other protrusions is a prime spot for roof damage or water leaks.

Flashing

Wendell just listed Barb's home. Barb told him that there weren't any easements on the property, and Wendell hasn't seen a copy of the survey. What is Wendell's responsibility relative to the disclosure of any easements?

He only needs to disclose easements if they're known.

Inconsistent temperatures from room to room is a common indication of a problem with what system or home feature?

Heating and cooling

Greg and Neha are interested in buying a ranch-style home in a suburban family neighborhood. The sellers have only lived there for 19 months, so they have no information about the addition that was put on 20 or 30 years ago. Why does it matter whether the owners at the time got permits to do the addition?

If the addition WAS NOT permitted, it may need to be inspected to ensure it meets code and perhaps even be taken down.

Why is it important for buyers to ask when a chimney or fireplace was last inspected?

It could reveal important information about the unit's maintenance and function.

Which of the following could be a sign of a plumbing problem?

Low water pressure

Marshall is a home inspector who is walking the lot of the property he's inspecting with a survey in hand. Which of the following will he note as an encroachment on the inspection report?

The neighbor installed a basketball hoop next to his driveway, six inches over the property line.

Why are galvanized pipes a problem in older homes?

They can rust and cause leaks and low water pressure.

While showing your buyers through a home, you flipped on the light in the powder room and were concerned because the light switch felt warm. Why is this a concern?

Warm light switches might mean there is an electrical problem.

Missing, cracked, or displaced roof shingles can indicate ______ damage.

Wind