KML Inspections’ Code of Ethics

Ken Mason-Lais, owner of KML Inspections, is not only a California Licensed General Contractor, but also a member in good standing with the American Institute of Inspectors. He was both a Charter Member and Charter Board Member of A.I.I.
While serving his term on the A.I.I. Board, Ken was a member of the Ethics Committee. It was this committee’s task it was to formalize the underlying philosophy of American Institute of Inspectors into the following Code of Ethics.
We are proud to adhere to this Code of Ethics and believe it expresses the essence of professionalism, fair play and mutual respect necessary to succeed in life. We include it here for your information.

A M E R I C A N I N S T I T U T E O F I N S P E C T O R S’

Code of Ethics

The philosophy required for success in the inspection industry is embodied in the code of ethics to which all members subscribe.

1.
Members shall discharge their duties with fidelity to the public, their clients, and with fairness and impartiality to all.

2. Every effort shall be made to avoid a conflict of interest. The member shall have absolutely no vested interest in the outcome of the report.

The inspection may not be used as vehicle to deliberately obtain additional work in another field.

3. A.I.I. Certified Inspectors shall not overly scrutinize the property. The purpose of an A.I.I. Certified Inspection is to objectively state the conditions of the property so that the buyer can validate the purchase decision.

4. A.I.I. Certified Inspections shall address the “durability” and “serviceability” of the components of a property as outlined in the A.I.I. Standards of Practice. The purpose of an A.I.I. Inspector’s Report shall not be to determine the “desirability” or value of a property.

5. All members agree to submit to binding arbitration any disputes concerning the practice of their profession.

6. A member will not disclose any information concerning the results of the inspection without the approval of the client. A member shall not accept compensation from more than one interested party for the same service.

7. A member shall not accept nor offer commissions or allowances, directly or indirectly, from other parties to induce referrals or reciprocity in the practice of their business.

8. Members shall always advertise and seek business according to the A.I.I. Advertising Guidelines.

9. A member shall execute work, in conformity with federal, state, and local laws, maintain all necessary licenses and qualifications, and refuse to be a party to any action that violates these regulations.

10. Members shall make every effort to uphold, maintain, and improve the professional integrity, reputation, and practice of the inspection industry.

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