Loading...
Loading...
How to get a home inspector license in Connecticut. 40 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $465. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
Governing Authority
Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) - Home Inspection Licensing Board
Official website →Some information on this page has not been fully verified.
45% of data points are verified against official sources. 9 fields based on preliminary research. 8 fields need verification. We recommend confirming details with your state's licensing authority. See sources below · Report incorrect data
Licensed
Regulation
40 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
20 hrs
CE Required
Connecticut 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
Required Education Hours
40 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
100 inspections under supervision; 10 must be directly supervised by CT licensed inspector inspections
Approved Education Providers
Curriculum Topics
National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE)
Administered by EBPHI
Passing Score
Scaled score of 500
Exam Fee
$225
NHIE fee
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee $200 license fee + $40 application fee | $240 |
License Fee License issuance fee | $40 |
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Application + license issuance + NHIE exam fee | $465 |
Standards Details
Connecticut has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors under the DCP
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
Connecticut requires between 100-200 supervised inspections depending on pathway, one of the highest supervised inspection requirements among states. The intern permit and full license are separate tiers.
Connecticut uses a two-tier system: Home Inspector Intern and Home Inspector
All licenses and permits expire on June 30th of odd years
CE cycle runs from April 1 of odd-numbered year to March 31 two years later
Mandatory 3-hour CE on legislation/licensing laws required each cycle
Contact: DCP, 450 Columbus Blvd, Suite 901, Hartford, CT 06103-1840
There is no interstate compact for home inspectors.
Explore requirements for other professional licenses in Connecticut.
How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#1 of 51
Salary
#5 of 51
Cost
#32 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
$75,480
25th percentile
Median
$87,290
+21% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$106,680
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
990 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
Study guides and practice tests for the NHIE certification exam.
Browse Study Guides on Amazon →As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.
Shop essential tools and supplies to get started in your career.
Connecticut requires 40 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.