ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

Honoring ASHI’s Military Veterans

ASHI is proud to have many members who serve or have served in the U.S. military and reserves.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

TECHNICAL FOCUS Surge Protection for Smart Homes (and Smart Homeowners)

Along with the ever-growing development of new technology for electrical components, smart lighting and smart appliances comes advanced electronic-controlling systems.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

Are These Violations of the ASHI Code of Ethics?

For information on potential liability, state laws take precedence over ASHI Standards and given the wide variations between individual states laws concerning these matters, ASHI recommends that members consult an attorney in their state of practice to determine the legal responsibility that an inspector has to the various parties involved in a transaction.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

Flashlight Shootout 2018

I could sum up what I learned from the 2018 Flashlight Shootout with this statement: “Size no longer matters.”

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

Chapter Spotlight: St. Louis Chapter

The St. Louis Chapter offers a round table and main speaker at its monthly meetings.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

Proper Use of the ASHI Logo

In the past few months, ASHI Headquarters has received reports of some logo use violations, which raises the questions: Why do these complaints pop up?

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

TECH TALK: What Is SSL & Why Your Website Needs It

Many people think SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encryption is needed only when selling products or services online. However, establishing a secure connection for information exchange has important benefits for all websites, including your home inspection company.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Feature

The ASHI Foundation of Change

With nearly 20 years as an ASHI member, I have had the opportunity to learn many things about the personalities of home inspectors.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, ASHI Affiliate Spotlight

Managing Risk Claim 3: Foundation Damage

Foundation claims are the third most common allegation against home inspectors.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Smart Inspector Science

My Chimney Melted the Vinyl Siding

This homeowner had engaged several contractors to examine the problem, but none of them could explain what was happening.

ASHI Reporter November 2018, Postcards from the Field

Postcards from the Field

ASHI Reporter November 2018, On My Mind

Want to Make More Money?

ne of my goals for 2018 has been to provide opportunities for ASHI members to make more money.