NORTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

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

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A NORTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTOR

North Carolina home inspection education hours: 120 hours
Inspections: 80 hours field with 10 site visits
Exam Required: NC Exam
Application Fee: $35 (other fees may apply)
Insurance Requirements: General Liability for a minimum of $250,000 plus one of the following: a) minimum net assets (somewhere between $5k and $10k); b) a bond (somewhere between $5k and $10k); or c) E&O Insurance for $250,000
Notarized application and fingerprints are not required
Background check is required
No minimum age requirement
High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: Annually on 9/30

NORTH CAROLINA STATE LICENSING BOARD