Which practice is not allowed according to inspection standards?

Deceiving clients is a practice that is strictly prohibited according to inspection standards. Inspectors are held to high ethical standards that require them to provide accurate, honest, and professional assessments of a property’s condition. Deception undermines the trust that clients place in inspectors and can lead to serious consequences, not only for the client but also for the inspector’s licensing and reputation. Adhering to ethical practices ensures that clients receive reliable information upon which they can base their decisions regarding a property.

In contrast, detailing existing damages, providing a subjective opinion, and omitting critical information may be problematic or unethical in certain contexts but are not outright prohibited by inspection standards. Detailing existing damages is a fundamental part of an inspection, and giving a subjective opinion, while it may be seen as less professional, is not typically forbidden but should be clearly separated from objective findings. Omitting critical information, though highly discouraged as it can lead to misunderstandings, might occur unintentionally, whereas deception is an intentional act that violates ethical standards.