Housing Inspection Foundation
Code of Ethics

Our Standards of Professional Conduct

This code establishes clear and ethical parameters for the Housing Inspection Foundation (HIF). Should a member violate this code of professional standards, their membership in the Housing Inspection Foundation may be suspended for a period of time, or he or she may be expelled from the Foundation.

1). Members of the Housing Inspection Foundation must conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

2). Members shall always act in good faith toward the client. 

3). The Home Inspector shall provide a thorough and honest opinion of the structure and its contents in accordance with this Code and their professional experience.

4). The Home Inspector will not accept nor make available commissions or allowances, directly of indirectly, and will always perform as an unbiased third party. 

5). Housing Inspection Foundation Members will not disclose any information regarding a home inspection without prior approval from the client

6). The Home Inspector will not use the inspection process to obtain repair or similar work on the inspected property.

7). Members of the Housing Inspection Foundation must not engage in any practice which violates the law of the land.

8).Members must respect the professional reputation of other association members.

9). The Home Inspector is responsible for alerting the client to the existence of any outside interest which may affect the client or the quality of the inspection.

10). In producing the home inspection, the Home Inspector must understand the recognized methods and techniques that are necessary to produce a credible and professional inspection.

11). Members will not accept compensation , monetary or otherwise, from more than one client regarding the same service on the same property without prior consent of all interested parties.

12). The Home Inspector should always be aware of the fact that as a designated member, they represent this association, which was created to enhance the professional image of it's members and the Home Inspection industry.

13). The Home Inspector will report any violations of this Code by any member to the Housing Inspection Foundation for necessary action.

14). In those States that require licensing and certification, the Home Inspector must comply.