REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

SOUTH DAKOTA HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A SOUTH DAKOTA HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ South Dakota home inspection education hours: 40 hours
• ♦ Exam Required: NHIE
• ♦ Inspections required: 100 (for a Licensed Home Inspector)
• ♦ Application Fee: $200 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Previous Experience: Registered Home Inspector – none, Licensed Home Inspector – at least 1 year as a Registered Home Inspector
• ♦ Notarized application is not required
• ♦ Background check is required (state and federal)
• ♦ No minimum age requirement
• ♦ High School or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: 11/30 every two years

SOUTH DAKOTA HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ 24 hours every two years

SOUTH DAKOTA STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ South Dakota Real Estate Commission establishes the South Dakota Home Inspector Licensing requirements