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How to get a home inspector license in Massachusetts. 75 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: varies. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
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Licensed
Regulation
75 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
Yes
CE Required
Massachusetts 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: $250,000 E&O
Required Education Hours
75 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
100 inspections under supervision as licensed associate home inspector for at least 1 year 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 |
|---|---|
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Contact Board for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
Board has adopted Standards of Practice for home inspectors
Report Requirements
Written report required
Accepts Out-of-State License
Accepts ASHI Certification
Accepts InterNACHI Certification
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Massachusetts has a mandatory two-tier system requiring inspectors to serve as Associates for at least one year and complete 100 supervised inspections before obtaining a full license.
Two-tier mandatory system: Associate Home Inspector and Registered Professional Home Inspector
Must serve as Associate for at least 1 year before full license
25 supervised inspections for Associate; 100 total for full license
E&O insurance $250,000 minimum required
License renewable in even-numbered years
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
#9 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
$59,640
25th percentile
Median
$79,220
+10% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$98,010
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
4,000 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: Board of Registration of Home Inspectors — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Board of Registration of Home Inspectors — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Board of Registration of Home Inspectors — Licensing Requirements
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Massachusetts requires 75 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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