REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

CONNECTICUT HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A CONNECTICUT HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ Connecticut home inspection education hours: 40 hours
• ♦ Exam Required:  NHIE
• ♦ Home Inspections: 100, with first 10 being directly supervised
• ♦ Application Fee: $220 (intern permit)/$290 (license) (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Insurance Requirements: E&O insurance equal to or greater than $50,000, and liability insurance equal to or greater than $250,000
• ♦ Notarized application is required
• ♦ Background is not required, but need to disclose
• ♦ Fingerprints are not required
• ♦ No minimum age requirement
• ♦ High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: 6/30 every two years (odd)

CONNECTICUT HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ 20 hours every two years (odd)

CONNECTICUT STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection establishes the Connecticut Home Inspector Licensing Requirements