REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

WASHINGTON HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A WASHINGTON HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ Washington home inspection education hours: 120 hours
• ♦ Inspections: 40 hours
• ♦ Exam Required: Washington State Exam (including national)
• ♦ Application Fee: $680 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Notarized application and fingerprints are not required
• ♦ Background check is not required but applicants are required to disclose
• ♦ No minimum age requirement

Home Inspection License Expiration: Every two years on the applicant’s second birthday following issuance

WASHINGTON HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ 24 hours every two years

WASHINGTON STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ Washington State Department of Licensing establishes the Washington Home Inspector License Requirements