The information contained below is designed to provide a summary of the minimum education, experience and examination requirements established by the West Virginia Association of Home Inspectors.
For more information, please visit the Association's website.
Does this state require Home Inspectors to be licensed?
Yes
Are there any educational requirements to be licensed?
Licensees may meet either an experience or education requirement. The education requirement is the completion of 80 hours of education
Is there a state exam requirement to be licensed?
Yes, all licensees must pass the National Home Inspector Examination.
Are there any experience requirements to be licensed?
Licensees may meet either an experience or education requirement. The experience requirement is presenting proof of having conducted business as an inspector for three years prior to August 1, 2006 (when the licensure requirement was enacted.)
Are there any other requirements to be licensed?
- Submit an application and associated fees
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Submit proof of general liability insurance in the amount of no less than $250,000
When do the license expire?
Licenses expire annually.
Are there any Continuing Education requirements to renew a license?
Licensees must complete 16 hours of continuing education each year.