REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

SOUTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A SOUTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ Home inspection education hours: no specified hours, but the course must be approved by the state
• ♦ Exam Required: NHIE OR South Carolina specific exam
• ♦ Application Fee: $80 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Notarized application is required
• ♦ Background check required only with certain arrests/convictions
• ♦ Fingerprints are not required
• ♦ Social Security card and Driver’s License are required
• ♦ Minimum age requirement: 18
• ♦ Previous Experience: if applying without examination

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

SOUTH CAROLINA HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ No continuing education is required for renewal

SOUTH CAROLINA STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ South Carolina Residential Builders Commission establishes the South Carolina Home Inspector Licensing Requirements