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Certification
ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI)
American Society of Home Inspectors
Median earnings
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Cost
$225
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Completion
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The ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI) credential is a distinguished designation awarded by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) to professionals who meet rigorous standards of competence, experience, and ethics.
Inspect site conditions including vegetation, grade, drainage, retaining walls, driveways, walkways, and pool and spa access barriers to identify defects and safety issuesInspect building exterior components including wall cladding, flashing, trim, exterior doors, windows, decks, stairs, and garage doors to identify defects and safety issuesInspect roof components including coverings, drainage systems, flashings, skylights, and other penetrations to identify defects and safety issuesInspect structural components including foundation, floor structure, walls, and roof and ceiling structures to identify defects and safety issuesInspect electrical systems including service entrance, service panels, wiring methods, devices, alternative energy systems, and electric vehicle equipment to identify defects and safety issuesInspect cooling systems including cooling equipment and distribution systems to identify defects and safety issuesInspect heating systems including heating equipment, distribution systems, and vent systems to identify defects and safety issuesInspect insulation, moisture management systems, and ventilation systems in conditioned and unconditioned spaces to identify defects and safety issuesInspect mechanical exhaust systems and indoor air management systems to identify defects and safety issuesInspect plumbing and fuel distribution systems including water supply, fixtures, drain and waste systems, water heating, fuel storage, and sump systems to identify defects and safety issuesInspect interior components including walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, stairs, and fireplaces to identify defects and safety issuesAnalyze inspection findings to identify and prioritize defects and conditions affecting building performance and safetyPrepare and communicate inspection reports documenting findings, defects, and recommendationsApply professional responsibilities including standards of practice, ethics, and legal obligations in the conduct of home inspections