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How to get a home inspector license in New Jersey. 180 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
Home Inspection Advisory Committee (NJ Division of Consumer Affairs)
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Licensed
Regulation
180 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
40 hrs
CE Required
New Jersey 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: $500,000 insurance
Required Education Hours
180 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
40 hours of unpaid field-based inspections under direct supervision; 250 inspections as licensed associate for full license 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 $125 application + $80 license fee | $205 |
Exam Fee NHIE fee | $225 |
Total Government Fees Contact Committee for complete fee schedule | Varies |
Standards Details
NJ 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 Jersey has some of the most demanding requirements nationally: 180 hours of in-person education, $500,000 insurance, and 40 hours of biennial CE. Online courses are not recognized.
180 hours of education required - among the highest nationally
Online courses not accepted by Advisory Committee
40 hours CE per biennium - among the highest nationally
$500,000 insurance requirement - among the highest nationally
Two-tier system: Associate and full Home Inspector
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
#8 of 51
Cost
#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
$62,330
25th percentile
Median
$82,210
+14% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$102,760
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
7,040 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: Home Inspection Advisory Committee (NJ Division of Consumer Affairs) — Licensing Requirements
Estimated total: 4–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
Source: Home Inspection Advisory Committee (NJ Division of Consumer Affairs) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Home Inspection Advisory Committee (NJ Division of Consumer Affairs) — Licensing Requirements
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New Jersey requires 180 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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