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CODE OF ETHICS - Home Inspector

Honesty, justice, and courtesy form a moral philosophy which, associated with mutual interest among people, constitutes the foundation of ethics. The members should recognize such a standard, not in passive observance, but in a set of dynamic principles guiding their conduct. It is their duty to practice the profession according to this code of ethics.

As the keystone of professional conduct is integrity, the members will discharge their duties with fidelity to the public, their clients, and with fairness and impartiality to all. They should uphold the honour and dignity of their profession and avoid association with any enterprise of questionable character, or apparent conflict of interest.

The member will express an opinion only when it is based on practical experience and honest conviction.

The member will always act in good faith toward each client.

The member will not disclose any information concerning the results of the inspection without the approval of the clients or their representatives.

The member will not accept compensation, financial or otherwise, from more than one interested party for the same service without the consent of all interested parties.

The member will not accept nor offer commissions or allowances, directly or indirectly, from other parties dealing with their client in connection with work for which the member is responsible.

The member will promptly disclose to his or her client any interest in a business which may affect the client. The member will not allow an interest in any business to affect the quality of the results of their inspection work which they may be called upon to perform. The inspection work may not be used as a vehicle by the inspector to deliberately obtain work in another field.

An inspector shall make every effort to uphold, maintain, and improve the professional integrity, reputation, and practice of the home inspection profession. He/she will report all such relevant information, including violation of this Code by other members, to the Association for possible remedial action.

Howard Levitin is a graduate of the "Certification as a Home Inspector Program" at Algonquin College in Ottawa and a member of the "Ontario Association of Home Inspectors" He has also completed his "WETT training for Wood burning appliances studies " with Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc and is continually adding to his expertise through ongoing training and technical courses with the "Ontario Association of Home Inspectors".

Howard has been involved in many aspects of the construction industry over the past 35 years. During that time he has worked in both the renovation and new construction milieu developing practical experience in working with wood, various types of building supplies & designs, electrical, water & septic systems and woodworking. His preference is working with older homes and cottages meticulously bringing them up to modern day heating and design standards.

Having Howard's years of expertise on your side is a definite advantage when considering a home. The extreme high cost of construction repairs can be staggering and the need for these repairs is something you want to be aware of prior to committing to your purchase. The information provided by the inspection will help you understand the condition of the home you are considering. You will have information that will help you make an educated decision concerning your possible new home.

Taking the time and money to hire a qualified home inspector becomes a small price to pay when making what may be the largest investment in your lifetime.

Affiliations:

Canadian Association of Property and Home Inspectors (CAPHI) Ontario (Ontario Association of Home Inspectors) web site

Wood Energy Technology Transfer Inc (WETT Inc.) web site