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How to get a home inspector license in Arizona. 84 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: varies. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
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Certified
Regulation
84 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Required
E&O Insurance
1 year
Renewal Period
No
CE Required
Arizona requires state licensing to practice as a home inspector. You must meet education, examination, and other requirements before performing inspections.
Minimum Age
Education Level
Background Check
Fingerprinting
Minimum coverage: E&O: $200,000 aggregate / $100,000 per occurrence; OR $25,000 bond or proof of assets
Required Education Hours
84 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
30 parallel home inspections with supervising home inspector present inspections
Online Education Allowed
Approved Education Providers
Curriculum Topics
National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE)
Administered by EBPHI
Passing Score
Scaled score of 500
Exam Fee
$225
NHIE fee paid to EBPHI
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Contact BTR for current application fee | $175 |
Exam Fee NHIE fee paid to EBPHI | $225 |
Total Government Fees Contact BTR for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
Arizona has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors under the BTR
Report Requirements
Written report required for each inspection
Accepts Out-of-State License
Accepts ASHI Certification
Accepts InterNACHI Certification
Additional Requirements for Reciprocity
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Arizona is one of the few licensing states that does not require continuing education for renewal. However, the BTR conducts a criminal background check on every renewing home inspector and verifies financial assurance at each annual renewal.
Arizona requires a fingerprint clearance card for certification
Certification renews annually with a background check at each renewal
Financial assurance can be met through E&O insurance, a $25,000 bond, or proof of $25,000 in assets
No continuing education is required for renewal
There is no interstate compact for home inspectors.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#15 of 51
Cost
#27 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Construction and Building Inspectors (SOC 47-4011)
Entry Level
$62,240
25th percentile
Median
$73,040
+1% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$91,020
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
3,580 employed in this state
Note: BLS category "Construction and Building Inspectors" is broader than home inspectors specifically. It includes government building inspectors, code compliance officers, and other inspection roles with different pay scales.
Source: BLS OEWS – Construction and Building Inspectors (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+5%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+6,600
over 10 years
Annual Openings
12,300
per year (avg.)
131,100 currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Source: Arizona State Board of Technical Registration (BTR) — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Arizona State Board of Technical Registration (BTR) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Arizona State Board of Technical Registration (BTR) — Licensing Requirements
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Arizona requires 84 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
Contact the state board for a list of approved education providers.