REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

ILLINOIS HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME AN ILLINOIS HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ Illinois home inspection education hours: 60 hours
• ♦ Inspections: 5 mock
• ♦ Exam Required: IL Home Inspector Examination
• ♦ Application Fee: $250 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Notarized application, background check, and fingerprints are not required
• ♦ Minimum age requirement: 21
• ♦ High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: 11/30 every two years

ILLINOIS HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• ♦ 12 hours every two years

ILLINOIS STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation requires that your final course exam be proctored for pre-license and continuing education.

♦ Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation establishes the Illinois Home Inspector License Requirements