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How to get a home inspector license in Florida. 120 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
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
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Licensed
Regulation
120 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
14 hrs
CE Required
Florida 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: $300,000 commercial general liability
Required Education Hours
120 hours
Online Education Allowed
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; state exam fee may differ
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Contact DBPR for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
Florida has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors under DBPR
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
Florida is one of the few states that accepts multiple examinations beyond the NHIE, including the Florida Home Inspector State Examination, FABI Examination, and ACI Examination. The $300,000 general liability requirement is higher than most states.
Florida accepts four different examinations, not just the NHIE
Commercial general liability insurance of $300,000 is required (one of the higher requirements)
Biennial renewal fee is $105 ($100 + $5 unlicensed activity fee)
Good moral character required
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
#31 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
$53,510
25th percentile
Median
$65,340
-9% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$81,190
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
11,270 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: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) — Licensing Requirements
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Florida requires 120 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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