Humber/Ontario Real Estate Course 2 Exam Practice

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding eavestrough and downspouts?

1. Downspouts are unnecessary for most homes since eavestroughs manage all rainwater and runoff

2. Soffits are necessary to secure the eavestrough

3. Common issues with eavestrough include leakage and improper slope

4. Downspouts channel water toward the foundation

5. Eavestroughs are always installed without gutters

6. Soffits are decorative elements only

The correct answer is: Common issues with eavestrough include leakage and improper slope

Common issues with eavestrough include leakage and improper slope. This statement is accurate because eavestroughs are prone to problems such as leaking at the seams or joints, and having an incorrect slope can prevent water from draining properly. This can lead to water pooling, overflow, and potential damage to the property. It is essential for eavestroughs to be properly installed and maintained to ensure efficient water drainage. Regarding the other options: - Option A is incorrect because downspouts are essential in directing water from the eavestrough away from the house's foundation. - Option B is incorrect as soffits are actually the underside of the eaves, while eavestroughs are attached to the fascia board below the soffit. - Option D is incorrect because downspouts are designed to carry water away from the foundation, not towards it. - Option E is incorrect as eavestroughs are commonly known as gutters in North America. - Option F is incorrect because soffits serve a functional purpose in providing ventilation to the attic space and protecting the eavestrough from pests and debris.