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How to get a home inspector license in Arkansas. 80 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $475+. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
Governing Authority
Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board (Department of Labor and Licensing)
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Registered
Regulation
80 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
1 year
Renewal Period
14 hrs
CE Required
Arkansas 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: $100,000 general liability
Required Education Hours
80 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
16 hours of field training (included in 80-hour total) inspections
Approved Education Providers
Curriculum Topics
National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE)
Administered by EBPHI
State-Specific Exam
Passing Score
Scaled score of 500 (NHIE)
Exam Fee
$225
NHIE fee; ASHI exam fee separate
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Annual application/registration fee | $250 |
License Fee | Included in registration fee |
Exam Fee NHIE fee paid to EBPHI | $225 |
Total Government Fees Registration + NHIE exam fee; does not include ASHI exam fee or education costs | $475+ |
Standards Details
Arkansas has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors under the Home Inspector Registration Board
Report Requirements
Written report required for each inspection
Accepts Out-of-State License
Accepts ASHI Certification
Accepts InterNACHI Certification
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Arkansas requires passing both the NHIE and the ASHI exam. The registration application must be notarized, and the fee structure varies depending on time of year ($250 Jan-June, $375 July-Dec).
Arkansas requires both the NHIE and the ASHI exam
Application must be notarized
Registration fee is $375 if applied between July 1 and December 31
At least 8 of the 14 CE hours must be completed in-person
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
#50 of 51
Cost
#33 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
$45,130
25th percentile
Median
$52,970
-27% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$68,810
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
650 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.
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
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Arkansas requires 80 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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