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How to get a home inspector license in Delaware. 140 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: varies. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
Governing Authority
Delaware Board of Home Inspectors (Division of Professional Regulation)
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Licensed
Regulation
140 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
40 hrs
CE Required
Delaware 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: $50,000 E&O; $250,000 general liability
Required Education Hours
140 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
75 supervised home inspections (after obtaining trainee registration) 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 Full license fee; trainee registration is $160 | $293 |
Exam Fee NHIE fee paid to EBPHI | $225 |
Total Government Fees Contact Board for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
Delaware has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors under the Board of Home Inspectors
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
Delaware requires 140 hours of education and 75 supervised inspections, making it one of the more demanding states for initial licensure. The 40-hour biennial CE requirement is also among the highest nationally.
Delaware uses a two-tier system: Inspector Trainee and Home Inspector
You may only begin accumulating supervised inspections after trainee registration
75 supervised inspections required - one of the higher requirements among states
40 hours of CE per renewal cycle is among the highest CE requirements
Contact: Cannon Building, Suite 203, 861 Silver Lake Blvd, Dover, DE 19904; (302) 744-4500
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
#32 of 51
Cost
#37 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
$57,470
25th percentile
Median
$64,990
-10% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$77,740
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.
Source: Delaware Board of Home Inspectors (Division of Professional Regulation) — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Delaware Board of Home Inspectors (Division of Professional Regulation) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Delaware Board of Home Inspectors (Division of Professional Regulation) — Licensing Requirements
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Delaware requires 140 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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