Committees to Make a Difference

Serving on a committee is an opportunity to have a voice.

December 4, 2024

Thank you again for your votes to help us continue to make ASHI the preeminent organization for volunteers. With the recent bylaw changes, a significant step includes reestablishing three crucial committees dissolved with the 2019 bylaw changes.

These three committees play a vital role in serving the members and addressing critical issues, and they are now being reinstated—reaffirming our unwavering commitment to supporting and serving our members.

Chapter Relations Committee

The Chapter Relations Committee (CRC) is a pivotal group of member-supporting chapters. Chapters
are the organization’s lifeblood, and they are where you will find the most engaged members. This committee helps to create new chapters and meeting groups while supporting existing ones. The CRC also assists staff with chapter compliance issues and is critical in planning ASHI’s annual leadership development conference. The committee’s primary focus is to support the chapters and meeting groups
in developing new tools, resources, and strategies
to help them thrive.

The Membership Committee

The Membership Committee will primarily focus on working with the board and staff to drive new initiatives to attract new members and retain existing ones. It will recommend strategies to the board to engage current and potential members, suggest ways to communicate the benefits of joining, and ensure current members understand the value of being an ASHI member and continue to be engaged.

This committee can also propose new member benefits for board consideration. It can also be a resource for staff to test new ideas and approaches.

The Legislative Committee

The Legislative Committee has historically monitored legislation. We are honored that our new legislative chair, Alex Steinberg, was involved in the new Massachusetts home inspection law, which guarantees buyers the right to have an inspection contingency when purchasing a property. The committee is now developing a guide that will empower chapters and members to push similar bills across the country, ensuring your efforts are informed and effective and that you have the power to influence legislation in your field. This legislation was a historical moment for the entire profession in helping to protect potential homebuyers.

And More!

As always, ASHI’s distinct approach to governance only works with active involvement from our members. Many volunteers move ASHI forward.

The Standards Committee has worked tirelessly
to update our standards, which will have a lasting impact on everyone involved in home inspection.
The Certification Committee continues to impact ASHI by working in conjunction with staff. Our third-party accreditor, NCCA, awards ASHI another five-year renewal for our ASHI Certified Inspector credential.
As a reminder, ASHI is the only organization with a genuinely third-party accredited and verified credential.


Get involved today!

Volunteer on one of our committees to enrich your
ASHI membership experience. Engage with colleagues while offering thought leadership as we continuously seek to improve our community of professionals.

Committee involvement typically requires 1-3 hours of your time per month, depending on the committee’s current projects. Most of the work is done through email or phone, unless the committee chair calls specific meetings.

The following committees are looking for new members:

  • ASHI Minority Business Committee: The ASHI Minority
    Business Committee promotes diversity by supporting
    and encouraging the inclusion of minority professionals in
    ASHI membership and the home inspection industry.

  • Bylaws Committee: This committee is for those who want to facilitate change, improve ASHI’s governance, and act as liaisons between members and the Board of Directors.
  • Chapter Relations Committee: The CRC’s primary focus is supporting the chapters and meeting groups in developing new tools, resources, and strategies to help them thrive.
  • Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice Committee:
    ASHI seeks methodical and analysis-driven members to
    keep these documents at the forefront of the profession.

  • Complaints Committee: This is an excellent committee
    if you want to help your fellow members get back on track and remain compliant with ASHI policies.

  • Education Committee: This is the committee for those
    who are lifelong learners and passionate about supporting and creating educational opportunities.

  • Legislation Committee: This committee will empower chapters and members to push bills across the country, ensuring that the members are informed and have the power to influence legislation.
  • Membership Committee: This committee will primarily focus on working with the Board and ASHI staff to drive new initiatives to attract new members and retain existing ones.
  • Women of the Home Inspection Industry: Established
    in partnership with ASHI in the summer of 2022, this
    committee fosters a supportive community for women in
    the field, empowering them to reach their highest potential
    and advance their careers.


Many committees are working to push ASHI forward, and I want to thank them for their dedication and encourage everyone to find a place to serve at ASHI.
With more than 14 committees, we are always looking
for volunteers. Serving on a committee is not just a role; it’s an opportunity to have a voice,
make a difference, and help carry ASHI into the future for the good of home inspectors everywhere. To volunteer, visit https://ashi.jotform.com/222206428999971.


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