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How to get a home inspector license in Louisiana. 90 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $425+. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
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Licensed
Regulation
90 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Required
E&O Insurance
1 year
Renewal Period
4 hrs
CE Required
Louisiana 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 E&O ($5,000 max deductible) and $300,000 general liability ($5,000 max deductible)
Required Education Hours
90 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
10 live inspections with LSBHI-approved in-field trainer plus 30 hours of prelicensing platform training 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 | $200 |
License Fee | Included in application fee |
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Application + NHIE exam fee + background check costs | $425+ |
Standards Details
LSBHI has adopted comprehensive Standards of Practice
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
Louisiana requires both $300,000 E&O and $300,000 general liability insurance with maximum $5,000 deductibles - among the highest insurance requirements in the nation. The 36-month completion window and mandatory in-field training make it one of the more demanding states.
Louisiana has its own state board dedicated to home inspectors (LSBHI)
All licensing requirements must be completed within 36 months
Application to LSBHI must be the last step in the process
$300,000 E&O and general liability insurance required (high by national standards)
Maximum $5,000 deductible on insurance policies
Contact: 5211 Essen Lane, Suite 9, Baton Rouge, LA 70809; (225) 248-1334
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
#25 of 51
Cost
#29 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
$58,800
25th percentile
Median
$69,150
-4% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$83,190
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
1,290 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: Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors (LSBHI) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors (LSBHI) — Licensing Requirements
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Louisiana requires 90 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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