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How to get a home inspector license in Texas. 194 education hours required. NHIE accepted. Government fees: $412.25. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Home Inspector
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Licensed
Regulation
194 hrs
Education Hours
NHIE
Exam Required
Not required
E&O Insurance
2 years
Renewal Period
32 hrs
CE Required
Regulation effective since: 1985
Texas 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: $100,000 per occurrence / $100,000 aggregate (liability insurance or surety bond)
Required Education Hours
194 hours
Supervised Field Inspections
40 hours of practicum (included in 194 total hours) 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
$254
NHIE $199 + Texas state exam $55
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Application Fee Professional Real Estate Inspector; $100 for Real Estate Inspector | $120 |
License Fee | Included in application |
Exam Fee NHIE $199 + Texas state exam $55 | $254 |
Background Check Fee Fingerprinting fee | $38.25 |
Total Government Fees Application $120 + exams $254 + fingerprinting $38.25 | $412.25 |
Standards Details
Texas has detailed, mandatory Standards of Practice administered by TREC
Report Requirements
Written report required using TREC-promulgated report form (REI 7-6 or current version)
Accepts Out-of-State License
Accepts ASHI Certification
Accepts InterNACHI Certification
Additional Requirements for Reciprocity
Renewal Period
Renewal Fee
Continuing Education
Regulatory Board
Texas has one of the most rigorous home inspector programs nationally, requiring 194 hours of education (154 classroom + 40 practicum), both the NHIE and a state-specific exam, and mandates use of a specific TREC report form (REI 7-6). The three-tier licensing system (Apprentice, Real Estate Inspector, Professional) is also distinctive.
194 hours total education - among the highest nationally
Three-tier system: Apprentice, Real Estate Inspector, Professional Real Estate Inspector
Both NHIE and Texas state exam required
TREC mandates specific report form (REI 7-6)
Fingerprinting required ($38.25)
32 hours CE per biennium including 8-hour legal/ethics/SOP course
$100,000 liability insurance or surety bond required
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
#41 of 51
Cost
#28 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
$49,020
25th percentile
Median
$62,110
-14% vs. national avg ($72,120)Experienced
$81,330
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
15,920 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: Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) — Licensing Requirements
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
Source: Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) — Licensing Requirements
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Texas requires 194 hours of education to become a licensed home inspector. Visit the state board for approved providers and application details.
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