The American Society of Home Inspectors is the best to look for when hiring a home inspector. This widely respected organization developed the first Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics in the United States, to which all ASHI members subscribe. ASHI certification provides further peace of mind because since 2017 it has required all new applicants to submit to a criminal background check through the Background Verified Inspector Program (BVI). After becoming an ASHI Certified Inspector (ACI), members automatically are listed on Consumer Report's Check service. Homebuyers can find and hire vetted home inspectors.  For continuing education and keeping up with the latest innovations in their field, ASHI hosts an annual conference, an online learning center, and live webinars. The organization also has a program where ASHI members can submit a finished report for review to make sure it complies with the ASHI’s Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics.