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American Society of Home Inspectors® General Information
The American Society of Home Inspectors® (ASHI®) was formed in 1976 as a not-for-profit organization to build public awareness of home inspection and to enhance the technical and professional performance of home inspectors. It is the oldest and most respected professional association of home inspectors in North America, representing its membership and the profession as a whole in areas of education, marketing, and communications.
ASHI's Standards of Practice are the most widely accepted home inspection guidelines in use today. They include all of the home's major systems and components including the exterior, roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating. central air conditioning, interiors, insulation and ventilation, and describe what the home inspector is required, and not required, to inspect. The ASHI Standards are recognized by many authorities as the definitive standard for professional performance in the home inspection profession.
MEMBERSHIP IN ASHI Home inspectors, or those aspiring to become home inspectors, must enter the Society as Candidates first. Candidates receive many benefits of membership including an annual subscription to The ASHI Reporter, access to ASHI’s Errors & Omissions Insurance, and the ability to participate in various educational opportunities and ASHI Chapter activities. Candidates, however, have limited promotional benefits and no voting rights and are therefore strongly encouraged to become ASHI Members. During their Candidacy period (a minimum of 6 months), they must pass ASHI's two membership exams and provide valid proof of performance of at least 250 fee paid home inspections that meet or exceed the ASHI Standards of Practice. Once these requirements are met and their applications approved, Candidates may become Members of ASHI. Only individuals may become Candidates and Members, not companies or groups. Membership is not transferable.
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