An important skill for the beginning home inspector is A. familiarity with reading electric meters. B. good telephone interviewing technique. C. experience in issuing building permits. D. ability to interpret building codes.

Home inspector is an occupation where a person is responsible for examining the conditions of a home before the sales of a house. Conditions that a home inspector must ensure are in good state include (though are not limited to) : roof, heating system, general maintenance issue, plumbing and electrical conditions, as well as fire and safety status.

Thus, a person who is starting out in this occupation should have (C) experience in issuing building permits.