Ethical Inspections
Honesty, justice, and courtesy form a
moral philosophy which, associated with mutual interest among people,
constitutes the foundation of ethics. The members should recognize such
a standard, not in passive observance, but as a set of dynamic
principles guiding their conduct. It is their duty to practice the
profession according to this code of ethics.
As the keystone of professional
conduct is integrity, the Members will discharge their duties with
fidelity to the public, their clients, and with fairness and
impartiality to all. They should uphold the honor and dignity of their
profession and avoid association with any enterprise of questionable
character, or apparent conflict of interest.
1. The member will express an opinion only when it is based on practical experience and honest conviction.
2. The member will always act in good faith toward each client.
3.
The member will not disclose any information concerning the results of
the inspection without the approval of the clients or their
representatives.
4. The member will not accept
compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one interested
party for the same service without the consent of all interested
parties.
5. The member will not accept nor offer
commissions or allowances, directly or indirectly, from other parties
dealing with their client in connection with work for which the member
is responsible without prior knowledge.
6. The member will promptly disclose to
his or her client any interest in a business which may affect the
client. The member will not allow an interest in any business to affect
the quality of the results of their inspection work which they may be
called upon to perform. The inspection work may not be used as a
vehicle by the inspector to deliberately obtain work in another field.
7.
An inspector shall make every effort to uphold, maintain, and improve
the professional integrity, reputation, and practice of the home
inspection profession. He or she will report all such relevant
information, including violations of this Code by other members, to the
Association for possible remedial action.
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