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How to get a home inspector license in New Hampshire. 80 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
New Hampshire Board of Home Inspectors (Office of Professional Licensure and Certification)
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Licensed
Regulation
80 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
20 hrs
CE Required
New Hampshire 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: Not specified
Required Education Hours
80 hours
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 |
|---|---|
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Background Check Fee NH Division of State Police fee | $25 |
Total Government Fees Contact Board for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
NH has adopted Standards of Practice
Report Requirements
Written report required
Accepts Out-of-State License
Accepts ASHI Certification
Accepts InterNACHI Certification
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
New Hampshire requires a background check through the NH Division of State Police but does not specify a minimum insurance coverage amount.
Background check required through NH Division of State Police ($25)
Liability insurance required but no specified minimum amount
Contact: HomeInspector@oplc.nh.gov or 603-271-2152
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
#26 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
$54,340
25th percentile
Median
$66,750
-7% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$79,230
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
490 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.
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
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New Hampshire requires 80 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
Contact the state board for a list of approved education providers.