ASHI Code of Ethics
As a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), I adhere to a strict code of ethics as a home inspector. The code of ethics can be viewed here: http://www.homeinspector.org/Code-of-Ethics
1. Inspectors shall avoid conflicts of interest or activities that compromise, or appear to compromise, professional independence, objectivity, or inspection integrity.
| A. | Inspectors shall not inspect properties for compensation in which they have, or expect to have, a financial interest. |
| B. | Inspectors shall not inspect properties under contingent arrangements whereby any compensation or future referrals are dependent on reported findings or on the sale of a property. |
| C. | Inspectors shall not directly or indirectly compensate realty agents, or other parties having a financial interest in closing or settlement of real estate transactions, for the referral of inspections or for inclusion on a list of recommended inspectors, preferred providers, or similar arrangements. |
| D. | Inspectors shall not receive compensation for an inspection from more than one party unless agreed to by the client(s). |
| E. | Inspectors shall not accept compensation, directly or indirectly, for recommending contractors, services, or products to inspection clients or other parties having an interest in inspected properties. |
| F. | Inspectors shall not repair, replace, or upgrade, for compensation, systems or components covered by ASHI Standards of Practice, for one year after the inspection. |
2. Inspectors shall act in good faith toward each client and other interested parties.
| A. | Inspectors shall perform services and express opinions based on genuine conviction and only within their areas of education, training, or experience. |
| B. | Inspectors shall be objective in their reporting and not knowingly understate or overstate the significance of reported conditions. |
| C. | Inspectors shall not disclose inspection results or client information without client approval. Inspectors, at their discretion, may disclose observed immediate safety hazards to occupants exposed to such hazards, when feasible. |
3. Inspectors shall avoid activities that may harm the public, discredit themselves,
or reduce public confidence in the profession.
| A. | Advertising, marketing, and promotion of inspectors’ services or qualifications shall not be fraudulent, false, deceptive, or misleading. |
| B. | Inspectors shall report substantive and willful violations of this Code to the Society. |