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
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