e100714 Does Having Two Companies Violate the Code?

Identifier: e100714

Date: 07/16/2010

Question:

I have been a homebuilder 33 years. I get referrals on remolding and bank foreclosure cleanups. Also I get real estate inspection items to correct. I have a separate company for remodeling and inspections. I know I never will do any work from any inspection that I might perform, but I wanted to make certain I’m not violating anything by having two separate companies. Again, I know I cannot be involved in any compensation from any inspection I might do.

Response

The situation, as described, does not violate the ASHI Code of Ethics.

Reference:

F. Inspectors shall not repair, replace, or upgrade, for compensation, systems or components covered by ASHI Standards of Practice, for one year after the inspection.

Precedent RFI's:

e011101, e060923, e070828, e080213, e081211, e080213, e090223,