REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

The first step is to understand the licensing or certification requirements for your state.

ARKANSAS HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME AN ARKANSAS HOME INSPECTOR

♦ Arkansas home inspection education hours: 80 hours

♦ Exam Required: NHIE and ASHI

♦ Application Fee: $250.00 per year (for applications received between July 1 and December 31, the fee is $375) (other fees may apply)

♦ Insurance Requirements: General liability insurance of at least $100,000

♦ Notarized application is required. Background is not required but need to disclose.

♦ Fingerprints are not required

♦ High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: Annual, expires December 31st (file by December 1st)

ARKANSAS HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ 14 hours of education annually (only 4 hours can come from online education)

ARKANSAS STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board establishes the Arkansas Home Inspector License Requirements