Have you ever considered a career that allows you to combine your interest in homes with the satisfaction of helping others? If so, then a home inspector might be the perfect fit for you! This rapidly growing field offers lucrative opportunities for both career changers and those looking to enter the workforce anew.
The specific requirements to become a licensed home inspector will vary depending on your state. However, to give you an idea, let’s take Delaware as an example. In Delaware, you’ll need to complete 140 hours of education, perform 75 supervised home inspections, and pass the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE).
The first step is to thoroughly research the licensing requirements in your state. Two excellent resources for this information are InterNachi and ASHI. Having a clear understanding of what’s required will help you develop a plan with defined tasks and deadlines. Once you know the steps involved, you can feel confident and motivated to move forward.
Training programs provide you with the foundational knowledge you’ll need to succeed as a inspector at AmeriSpec. This knowledge will serve as the building block for the hands-on experience you’ll gain through our comprehensive training program.
Moreover, Click Here for a link to the InterNachi site that will get you started on your education. Take advantage of these training courses to learn new skills and test your existing knowledge.
In addition to these courses, AmeriSpec has unique insights and expertise to share that will help you become the best inspector you can be. There’s no substitute for experience and a genuine desire to help others, and you’ll find both in abundance here with our team.
The state of Delaware requires that you pass the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) to obtain your license. Register for the exam early to establish a clear deadline and hold yourself accountable. Furthermore, before you register, we encourage you to get in touch with us to discuss this exciting career opportunity. Depending on your state, you may or may not need to pass an exam to become a licensed home inspector. Regardless, starting your exam preparation early is always a wise move.
By following these steps and joining the AmeriSpec team, you can embark on a rewarding career as an inspector!
Suzanne Jaeger2024-10-16Larry was very friendly and professional. He was extremely thorough and checked everything out. We felt comfortable with his inspectionRoy Green2024-10-15Harry Culbertson2024-10-10inspector was very detailed and was a pleasure to work with!Michele Mickey2024-10-08I had the pleasure of meeting Shawn Thomas at my potential new home! He was prompt and began the inspection process immediately. When I arrived he introduced himself and explained the process. He went through everything! I’m glad that he was honest and trustworthy!!Greg Midwinter2024-10-05Rob was wonderful, thorough, and very attentive to details. He was honest about the work that needed to be done and work that could wait awhile. He let us know that we had a good house and was excited for us. He’s was a great choice to inspect our potential new home!Theresa Rathel2024-10-04Thorough inspection performed and explained in a way I could understand. Included pictures. - Matt ShanksJackie Mcintyre2024-10-03Becky Kendall2024-10-01Thoughtful people.laura Norwood2024-09-27They were efficient, even checked every window, explained natural gas to us and the maintenance and answered all our questions. They also were able to perform all the tests we requested without going to separate companies. They were great!Kellz in DE2024-09-26