CAHPI Standards of Practice

The Standards of Practice are a set of guidelines for home inspectors to follow in the performance of their inspections. They are the most widely accepted home inspection guidelines in use, and include all the home’s major systems and components. The Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics are recognized by many related professionals as the definitive standard for professional performance in the industry. CAHPI acknowledges The American Society of Home Inspectors®, Inc. (ASHI®) for the use of their Standards of Practice (version January 1, 2000).

  TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Introduction
2. Purpose & Scope
3. Structural System
4. Exterior
5. Roof System
6. Plumbing System
7. Electrical System
8. Heating System
9. Air Conditioning Systems
10. Interior
11. Insulation and Ventilation
12. Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances

Italicized words in the Standards of Practice are defined in the Glossary.  

    1. INTRODUCTION

1.1  The Canadian Association of Home Inspectors (CAHPI) is a notfor- profit association whose members include the following seven provincial/regional organizations: CAHPI-B.C., CAHPI-Alberta, CAHPI-Sask., CAHPI-Manitoba, OAHI (Ontario), AIBQ (Quebec), and CAHPI-Atlantic. CAHPI’s objectives include promotion of excellence within the profession and continual improvement of inspection services to the public.

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