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How to get a home inspector license in New York. 140 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $475. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
Governing Authority
New York Department of State (DOS) - Division of Licensing Services
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Licensed
Regulation
140 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
24 hrs
CE Required
New York 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: $150,000 per occurrence / $500,000 aggregate
Required Education Hours
140 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
40 hours of unpaid inspection experience under direct supervision of licensed inspector inspections
Online Education Allowed
Approved Education Providers
Curriculum Topics
National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE)
Administered by EBPHI
State-Specific Exam
Passing Score
Scaled score of 500 (NHIE)
Exam Fee
$225
NHIE fee; NYS exam fee may differ
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Initial 2-year license fee | $250 |
License Fee | Included in application fee |
Exam Fee New York written exam fee | $50 |
Total Government Fees Initial license + NHIE | $475 |
Standards Details
NYS DOS 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 York accepts both its own state exam and the NHIE. The $500,000 aggregate insurance requirement is among the higher amounts nationally.
140 hours education including 40 hours field inspections
NYS has its own exam but also accepts NHIE
$150,000/$500,000 GL insurance required
Initial fee $250, renewal $100
24 hours CE per biennium
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
#11 of 51
Cost
#33 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
$63,580
25th percentile
Median
$78,570
+9% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$103,030
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
10,160 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: New York Department of State (DOS) - Division of Licensing Services — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: New York Department of State (DOS) - Division of Licensing Services — Licensing Requirements
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New York requires 140 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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