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How to get a home inspector license in Indiana. 60 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $275. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
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Licensed
Regulation
60 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
32 hrs
CE Required
Indiana 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
60 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
12 hours of field training required 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
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee | $50 |
License Fee | Included in application fee |
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Application + NHIE exam fee | $275 |
Standards Details
Indiana has adopted Standards of Practice for 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
Regulatory Board
Indiana requires the state to be listed as an additional insured on the inspector's general liability policy. The CE requirement varies based on license tenure (32 hours for 24+ months, 16 for 12-24 months).
Licenses renew by October 1st of odd-numbered years
CE hours vary based on how long license has been held (32 or 16 hours)
Insurance must list the state as an additional insured
Application fee is only $50, one of the lowest in the nation
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
#36 of 51
Cost
#19 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
$51,190
25th percentile
Median
$63,750
-12% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$79,310
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
2,070 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.
Source: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Indiana Professional Licensing Agency (PLA) — Licensing Requirements
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Indiana requires 60 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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