ASHI Members are encouraged to take advantage of all the different benefits they receive when joining the association. Below is the full list of benefits with some additional details about the value they offer members and how they may access each one.
Benefit Categories:
Business Development
Find An Inspector Search
The Find An Inspector search is ASHI’s flagship search engine to connect homebuyers with ASHI Members. The search allows homebuyers to search for ASHI Inspector and ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI) Members in their area and view member profiles to learn more about their expertise and services.
Why it’s Important: The Find An Inspector is a great asset to generate leads and clients for ASHI Inspector and ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI) Members. ASHI’s consumer outreach focuses on educating homebuyers about the importance of home inspections and ultimately drives them to use the FAI search during their homebuying process.
How to Access: Visit ASHI’s Find An Inspector search and view your member profile. Please note, this benefit is only available to the ASHI Inspector and ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI) levels of membership. Visit the Membership Advancement page to learn more about moving up in the association.
Member Profile Customization
ASHI Members have an online Member Profile that can be customized with their contact information, licensing details, service offerings and company information.
Why it’s Important: The Member Profile is the first impression members will make with new clients searching for a home inspector. ASHI encourages members to complete their profiles to offer homebuyers a solid understanding of their offerings and get more business.
How to Access: Members can fill out and customize their Member Profile using the Profile Editor.
Home Energy Score Assessor Program
ASHI has partnered with the U.S. Department of Energy and I.D. Energy to create a specialized program to give members everything they need to become a Certified Home Energy Score Assessor.
Why it’s Important: This program comes complete with SIM training and Quality Assurance checks, at a discounted rate for ASHI Members. Providing Home Energy Scores can be added to a standard inspection to provide more value to clients or added on as an additional service.
How to Access: Visit the Home Energy Score Assessor Program information and start the program to become an assessor.
Background Verified Inspector Program
The Background Verified Inspector (BVI) Program conducts background checks for members. After completing the program, members are endorsed as Background Verified Inspectors.
Why it’s Important: Members can offer their clients peace of mind and bolster their professional reputation. Members who become Background Verified Inspectors will have the BVI logo added to their membership badge and use of an electronic BVI badge.
How to Access: All new members must complete background checks through this program, which is valid for two years. Visit the Background Verified Inspector Program to apply or renew today.
Logo Use
ASHI Members are encouraged to use the ASHI logo with their corresponding membership level across all their business platforms and assets.
Why it’s Important: Members use the ASHI logo to inform clients of their ASHI membership and commitment to professional excellence.
How to Access: Download the ASHI logo to display membership proudly.
Custom Logo Design Service
ASHI offers a free Custom Logo Design Service to create custom logos for members. An ASHI designers will work with member collaboratively to create a company logo.
Why it’s Important: This service is beneficial for those who are new to the industry and want to launch their brand, or for those who want to refresh their brand by updating an existing logo.
How to Access: Visit the Custom Logo Design Service section and get started on a new logo.
ASHI Discount Program
The ASHI Discount Program allows ASHI Members to take advantage of savings across a wide range of products and services that are useful for operating a successful home inspection business.
Why it’s Important: It is important for members to manage their overhead costs. The discounts will help cover the necessities and allow members to use resources in other areas.
How to Access: Visit the Discount Programs section and take advantage of these opportunities.
Multi-Inspector Program
For companies that employ several inspectors or single operators looking to expand their team, ASHI offers multi-inspector discounts to groups of three or more inspectors.
Why it’s Important: In addition to discounted dues, each company will be assigned a direct representative from the ASHI membership team that will help personalize ASHI’s service to better fit their business needs.
How to Access: Get more information and discuss the program by contacting ASHI’s Membership Department at membership@ashi.org or (847) 759-2820.
InspectorPro Insurance with the ASHI Advantage
ASHI has partnered exclusively with InspectorPro Insurance to provide members with quality errors and omissions and general liability insurance offerings at a discounted rate.
Why it’s Important: ASHI Members get better insurance coverage for less money. There also are many add-ons and special services, such as pre-claims assistance, retirement coverage and equipment coverage, that ASHI Members can add to their plans.
How to Access: Learn more about InspectorPro Insurance with the ASHI Advantage or apply now on the InspectorPro Insurance website.
Mentorship Program
The ASHI Mentorship Program helps newer or less experienced home inspectors get the guidance they need to be exceptional home inspectors by pairing them with experienced home inspectors, who volunteer to serve as their mentors.
Why it’s Important: This program will help newer inspectors get the knowledge to become successful, all the while building relationships between members across the nation and will demonstrate the comradery that ASHI is built upon.
How to Access: Members who wish to join the program can sign up as a mentee or to become a mentor.
Foreclosure.com
ASHI has a partnership with Foreclosure.com, a website where users can search local listings of foreclosed homes for sale, with dedicated space compiling local ASHI members who could provide an inspection.
Why it’s Important: This service provided by Foreclosure.com is a quick and effective way to generate leads for ASHI Members of all levels.
How to Access: All active ASHI Members will automatically be pulled on to listings across the site, based entirely on location. View the service and listings at Foreclosure.com.
Education
InspectionWorld®
InspectionWorld® is ASHI’s annual conference held for home inspection professionals to gather, learn and discuss the various topics about the home inspection industry.
Why it’s Important: The conference pushes the home inspection profession to grow and further develop. World-class education is presented by the brightest minds in the industry, which is shared with the entire membership digitally.
How to Access: Member can learn more about the upcoming InspectionWorld conference or view recordings of courses from past years through the education portal.
ASHI Edge
The ASHI Edge is the association’s education platform that features a catalog of courses that members can take to earn continuing education credits for ASHI and specific state licensing requirements. ASHI members have access to the majority of courses for free as part of their member benefits.
Why it’s Important: Continuing education (CE) is an excellent way for home inspectors to stay on top of emerging trends and obtain the newest information. In addition, these courses count toward the annual CE requirements for ASHI membership, and in some states, can be applied to licensing requirements.
How to Access: Members can visit the ASHI Edge to take courses and earn CE.
Community
Local ASHI Chapters
ASHI has Chapters across the U.S. that serve as extensions of the association on a regional level, allowing members to interact and network both personally and professionally.
Why it’s Important: ASHI Chapters exist to protect consumers and empower home inspectors with a sharper focus on issues in their local markets. As a member, joining a local chapter offers opportunities to develop professionally through chapter education events, as well as networking with fellow inspectors.
How to Access: View the ASHI Chapter Listing to find and join a local chapter.
ASHI Reporter magazine
ASHI’s flagship publication, the ASHI Reporter, is a monthly print magazine that covers the “news and views” from across the home inspection industry and beyond.
Why it’s Important: Articles found in the ASHI Reporter cover a range of topics, from technical information and analysis, to opinion pieces that dive into the deeper questions of the profession and business building features.
How to Access: ASHI Members receive the magazine monthly by mail (mailing address must be in US, Canada or Mexico) or can access the digital version online in the ASHI Newsroom. To submit an article to be reviewed and potentially published, upload the article to Media Center.
ASHI Newsroom
The ASHI Newsroom is an online news hub that offers up-to-date information about trends and current events of the home inspection industry.
Why it’s Important: In addition to articles from the ASHI Reporter, the ASHI Newsroom hosts additional web-exclusive content, pieces from guest authors and updates from ASHI National.
How to Access: View the latest articles and updates in the ASHI Newsroom.
Member Networking Opportunities
ASHI Members are encouraged to engage and network with their fellow inspector members to develop and contribute to a positive, constructive member community.
Why it’s Important: Whether attending live events and conferences to meet face-to-face or interacting virtually through the discussion forum or other outlets, the ASHI community is always available for advice, information and camaraderie.
How to Access: Get involved with Discussion Forums, ASHI Events, Chapters, Live Webinars and the Facebook Group.
Professional Support
Consumer Awareness & Education
ASHI strives to inform the public about the important role that home inspectors play for consumers during the homebuying process.
Why it’s Important: Homebuying can be a lengthy and difficult process for consumers, and they may not consider the home inspection a high priority. ASHI’s mission is to educate them about the home inspection profession and give them the peace of mind that using an ASHI Member can provide during the homebuying process.
How to Access: ASHI encourages its members to educate their clients, so any consumer information on ASHI’s website can be used by members with proper citation to ASHI. Sharing consumer-focused content from the ASHI Newsroom can help inform consumers, as well.
Professional Staff
ASHI staff members are (always) available to help members who have questions or need assistance.
Why it’s Important: ASHI staff is happy to address member’s concerns and issues regarding ASHI and the home inspection industry.
How to Access: Contact ASHI staff members by telephone or email.
Membership Advancement
ASHI has three levels of membership: Associate, Inspector and ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI).
Why it’s Important: ASHI encourages members to take the opportunity to move up the ranks of membership to become an ACI. Not only does this distinguish members within ASHI and to clients, but also earns a true third-party accreditation by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
How to Access: View the steps required to advance to higher levels in the association.
ASHI Standard of Practice & Code of Ethics
All members are required to adhere to ASHI’s Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics.
Why it’s Important: Not only does this give members protection through clear direction on performing inspections and appropriate conduct, it also protects consumers during the home buying process. When handling claims that arise, this document can help explain the methods conducted during an inspection.
How to Access: Read the Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics.
Report Verification
ASHI Members have access to the Report Verification Portal where expert verifiers review reports to ensure compliance with the ASHI Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics.
Why it’s Important: Report verification is an important step to advance in ASHI membership to higher levels. Some states require verified reports for state licenses, many of which accept ASHI’s verification.
How to Access: Visit the Report Verification Portal to start the verification process.
Leadership & Outreach
Board of Directors & Leadership Opportunities
Members that wish to take part in leading the association may serve on the ASHI Board of Directors or one of the many Committees and Task Forces.
Why it’s Important: Board Members, along with various committees and task forces, play an active role in shaping the future of the organization. This prestigious position allows members to take on leadership role within the association and represent ASHI on a national scale.
How to Access: Learn about the roles and responsibilities of Directors and Committees Members. Submit an application to join the Board of Directors or volunteer to become a committee member.
ASHI Government Affairs (AGA)
The ASHI Government Affairs (AGA) is a division of the association dedicated to informing governmental bodies about the importance of the home inspection industry and how it protects U.S. citizens.
Why it’s Important: Working primarily on the federal level, the AGA has accomplished various endeavors to keep the industry safe and thriving for years to come.
How to Access: Read about the AGA’s efforts and accomplishments.
InspectPAC
A key force within the AGA is InspectPAC, a Political Action Committee whose purpose is to give ASHI Members a voice to express their political views.
Why it’s Important: It is the only federal PAC that directly represents the interest of the home inspection profession in the nation’s political system. ASHI’s InspectPAC is an efficient and cost-effective way for the membership to combine forces and support candidates who reflect their business views.
How to Access: Members can donate online to support InspectPAC.
Questions
For more information about member benefits, contact ASHI’s Membership Department at membership@ashi.org or (847) 759-2820.
Become a Member
Your success starts here with ASHI. Join the best in the Home Inspection industry – Become an ASHI Member today.