REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

NEW YORK HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A NEW YORK HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ New York home inspection education hours: 140 hours
• ♦ Inspections: 40 hours field (included in 140 hours)
• ♦ Exam Required: NYS Exam
• ♦ Application Fee: $250 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Insurance Requirements: General liability for a minimum of $150,000 per occurrence and $500,000 aggregate
• ♦ Notarized application, background check, and fingerprints are not required
• ♦ No minimum age requirement
• ♦ High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: 12/31 every two years

NEW YORK HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• ♦ 24 hours every two years

NEW YORK STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ New York Division of Licensing Services establishes the New York Home Inspector License