- Complete a pre-licensing course that may include
- A set number of credit hours and/or
- Live training
- Conduct supervised or unsupervised inspections
- Become part of a trade organization
- Pass a state or national exam
- Obtain liability insurance
After fulfilling all of the pre-requisites you can apply
through the regulatory department of your state that oversees home inspections.
For states that do not require licensing, it usually
recommended that inspectors have a certification to show that they have formal
training and education. This is to the benefit of the inspector because it
provides credibility for you and your business.
What’s the Next Step?
Now that you are licensed and certified you can go inspect
homes, right? Before you go ahead and start your inspections, you want to make
sure that you are well-equipped for the job. Being prepared may include many
things such as:
- Designing and creating your business
- Design a website
- Design marketing materials such as pamphlets,
business cards, and more
- Set up your corporation (LLC)
- Have all the right tools
- There are a variety of tools that you will need
to conduct a home inspection. Make sure you have everything you need to perform
your job well!
Once you think you are fully prepared, go out and start home
inspection business!
What Now?
Your home inspection journey doesn’t end with you just completing
home inspections. You should always be looking out for ways to improve your
business and marketing strategy to stay competitive. Part of this includes
completing continuing education in order to renew your license. If you live in
a state that regulates home inspection, there may be specific requirements for continuing
education that you must complete. Make sure you know these requirements to keep
your license active!
Besides continuing education, there are other things that
you can do such as:
- Joining a chapter
- Attend home inspection events
- Network with other inspectors
Your business is what you put into it, so stay proactive and
continuously strive to make yourself better!
As a member of InterNACHI you are provided a wealth of
resources to start and grow your home inspection business. Take advantage of
these opportunities and don’t let them go to waste!
Explore our Marketing Department: https://marketing.nachi.org
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Connect with other InterNACHI members: https://www.nachi.org/forum