REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A HOME INSPECTOR

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

WEST VIRGINIA HOME INSPECTOR LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A WEST VIRGINIA HOME INSPECTOR

• ♦ West Virginia home inspection education hours: 80 hours
• ♦ Exam Required: NHIE
• ♦ Application Fee: $150 (other fees may apply)
• ♦ Insurance Requirements: General Liability of $250,000
• ♦ Notarized application not required
• ♦ Background check and fingerprinting required (state and FBI)
• ♦ High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: Annually on last day of anniversary month

WEST VIRGINIA HOME INSPECTOR CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

♦ 16 hours annually

WEST VIRGINIA STATE LICENSING BOARD

♦ West Virginia State Fire Commission establishes the West Virginia Home Inspector Licensing Requirements