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CREIA ASHI
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ASHI/CREIA Vision

To be the consumers first choice for the most qualified inspectors in the industry; to protect lives, health and investments, now and for all future generations.

ASHI/CREIA Mission

The California Real Estate Inspection Association promotes excellence in the real estate inspection profession and is committed to supporting every member in achieving the highest level of expertise in the industry.

ASHI/CREIA Purpose
The Association is formed for the purpose of engaging in any lawful act or activity for which a nonprofit corporation may be organized under the law, including but not limited to the following:
  • Planning, developing, and overseeing professional opportunities for members and others to achieve the highest level of respect for the real estate inspection profession;
  • Establishing, promoting, and maintaining professional standards and qualifications;
  • Communicating the ethics, standards, purposes, goals, and accomplishments of CREIA to its membership, government, and the general public;
  • Developing, reviewing, publishing, and presenting technical and educational materials;
  • Developing, maintaining, and enhancing membership growth and retention programs;
  • Promoting and enhancing relationships with other associations, governmental agencies, standards organizations, and the general public.
ASHI/CREIA Values
  • Integrity - No cutting corners, no compromise, persevering
  • Competence - Professional knowledge and expertise
  • Belonging - Among the leaders advancing high standards through collaboration
  • Passion - For serving and protecting our clients
ASHI/CREIA History
  • Established in 1976, CREIA regularly holds educational programs, advocates for the profession, and offers leadership opportunities to its members. CREIA is the oldest and largest state inspector association in the country - and California-specific in education and consumer outreach. CREIA strives to enhance consumer protection and promoting public awareness.
Legislation
  • Section 1 of Stats.1996, c. 338 (S.B.258), provides:
  • "The State of California does NOT license home inspectors. CREIA takes the lead in requiring adherence to CREIA's Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice, which the Legislature expressly recognized with official legislative intent provisions in the enactment of the home inspector laws."
ASHI/CREIA Educational Mission Statement
  • The educational growth of the individual inspector through participation in CREIA membership activities and programs where the sharing of experience and knowledge will result in the betterment of the home inspection profession and protection of the consumer public which it serves.