NHIE National Home Inspector Examination Vocabulary Game
Exam terms with clues and explanations by OpenExamPrep.
About the NHIE National Home Inspector Examination Vocabulary Games
4 free word games built on 18 NHIE National Home Inspector Examination terms across 8 topics. Every game deals terms at random and shows what each term means, so you can keep playing as long as you like.
How to Play
- 1.Read the clue and type the term (3 to 6 letters).
- 2.Green: right spot. Yellow: wrong spot. Gray: not in the term.
- 3.Solve it in 6 tries, then read the explanation.
- 1.Swap two neighboring tiles to line up 3 of the same term.
- 2.Longer lines, two lines at once and chains score more.
- 3.Play until no swap can make a line.
- 1.Flip two cards. A matching pair stays face up.
- 2.Each pair you find shows what the term means.
- 3.Clear the board in as few moves as you can.
- 1.Find each listed term in the letter grid.
- 2.Drag across its letters: across, down or diagonally.
- 3.Find all five as fast as you can.
Topics in the NHIE National Home Inspector Examination Vocabulary Game
Electrical systems
Life safety
Fireplaces and chimneys
Moisture control
Heating and cooling
Plumbing systems
Findings analysis
Professional conduct
Sources for these terms (17)
- Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCI) - Construction eTool · Source checked 2026-11-03
- New Technology for Preventing Residential Electrical Fires · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 1926.34 - Means of egress · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 1910.34 - Coverage and definitions · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Standards of Performance for New Residential Wood Heaters - Exhibit 9 · Source checked 2026-11-03
- A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Smoke Alarms · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Purchasing Energy-Efficient Residential Furnaces · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Incorporate Minimum Efficiency Requirements for Heating and Cooling Products into Federal Acquisition Documents · Source checked 2026-11-03
- HVAC High-R Duct Insulation · Source checked 2026-11-03
- How Septic Systems Work · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Controlling Pollutants and Sources: Indoor Air Quality Design Tools for Schools · Source checked 2026-11-03
- Glossary · Source checked 2026-11-03
- ASHI Standard of Practice · Source checked 2026-11-03
- ASHI Code of Ethics · Source checked 2026-11-03
- What's E&O insurance? · Source checked 2026-11-03
- 2021 International Residential Code, Chapter 3 Building Planning · Source checked 2026-11-03
About the NHIE Exam
The National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE) is the leading examination for home inspection professionals in the United States. The exam assesses competency in property and building inspection, analysis of findings, and professional responsibilities. Many states require the NHIE for home inspector licensure.
Exam sponsor: EBPHI (Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors). The requirements and fees below concern the certification or admission exam, separate from our free practice resources.
Questions
200 questions
Time Limit
4 hours
Passing Score
500/800 (scaled)
Reported exam pass rate: 50-60%. varies by state and candidate preparation This describes exam candidates, not OpenExamPrep users or results from using our resources. Exam sponsor website
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NHIE vocabulary game free?
Yes. The game is free to play with no sign-up. Signing in adds AI explanations for any term.
How do the NHIE vocabulary games work?
There are 4 games built on 18 NHIE terms. In Guess the Term, a clue describes one term and you have six tries to spell it, with green, yellow and gray letters showing how close you are. In Term Match, six terms appear as colored tiles; swap neighbors to line up three or more of the same term, and each match shows what the term means. In Term Pairs, twelve face-down cards hide six pairs of terms; flip two at a time to find each pair, and every pair you find shows what the term means. In Term Search, five terms hide in a grid of letters, reading across, down or diagonally; drag across a term to circle it, and each term you find shows what it means.
Where do the NHIE terms come from?
OpenExamPrep researched each term from the EBPHI (Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors) content outline and primary sources, listed under Sources on this page. The game is independent study material, not an official exam resource.
How hard is the NHIE?
The NHIE is a challenging exam with a pass rate of approximately 50-60% on the first attempt. The exam covers a broad range of building systems and professional knowledge. Success requires thorough study of home inspection standards, building codes, and professional practices. Most candidates spend 2-3 months preparing with practice exams and study materials.
What topics are covered on the NHIE?
The NHIE covers three main domains: Property & Building Inspection (70%) including roofing, structural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and interiors; Analysis & Reporting (20%) including defect recognition, report writing, and client communication; and Professional Responsibilities (10%) including ethics, standards of practice, and legal liability.