There are no federal laws governing home inspectors. We are regulated only by the individual states.  Since the laws vary from state to state – and some states don’t even have home inspection regulations – how can you be sure that your inspector is qualified, experienced, and trustworthy?  One way is through home inspector associations.  Florirda ASHI (FLASHI) members are required to have 20 hours of continuing education each year, pass the National Home Inspector Examination (a proctored test), complete a minimum of 250 inspections to obtain Certified Inspector Status, perform inspections in accordance with ASHI's Standards of Practice and abide by ASHI's Code of Ethics.