Texas Home Inspector Practice Exam

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Which of the following actions are inspectors prohibited from performing in connection with a real estate inspection?

Conducting repairs or maintenance
Providing legal advice
Offering financial consultations
Performing home improvements

The correct answer is: Conducting repairs or maintenance

Inspectors are prohibited from conducting repairs or maintenance in connection with a real estate inspection to maintain professionalism and avoid conflicts of interest. By not engaging in repair work, inspectors can provide an unbiased evaluation of the property’s condition. This separation ensures that they can objectively identify issues without having a financial stake in the repairs or any incentivization to overlook problems. While other actions, such as providing legal advice, offering financial consultations, or performing home improvements, may also involve ethical considerations and conflicts of interest, the core reason for the prohibition on repairs is rooted in safeguarding the integrity of the inspection process. It ensures that inspectors serve as neutral third parties helping clients make informed decisions based solely on the property’s condition rather than being influenced by their potential for profit from necessary repairs. Thus, the prohibition on conducting repairs or maintenance is a fundamental standard in the home inspection profession.