How to Become a Home Inspector in Kentucky
Home Inspector Licensing
To become a licensed home inspector in Kentucky, you must:- complete an approved pre-licensing live class;
- pass the state exam; and
To download the state application, visit the Kentucky website.
Free, Online Continuing Education Courses
Kentucky Board of Home Inspectors requires home inspectors to take Continuing Education Courses to renew their license. The Kentucky Board of Home Inspectors approves InterNACHI® as a provider of free, online education courses for home inspectors in Kentucky. View Kentucky approval of InterNACHI.
Take Kentucky-approved free, online courses
Home Inspector Training Partners
To Help Prepare for the State Exam
To help prepare for the state exam, you may take advantage of several resources we provide, such as InterNACHI's Online Inspector Exam (free and open to everyone), the InterNACHI® Ultimate Home Inspection Practice Test (free for members), and InterNACHI's online courses (free for members). We do not know what's on the state exams, but the preparation resources may be helpful to you. Not a member? Join now.
Insurance for Home Inspectors
To become a licensed home inspector in Kentucky, individuals must meet certain requirements for adequate insurance coverage. InterNACHI® members are eligible for discounts and enhanced coverage. Visit nachi.org/insurance for information on how to sign up.
Become an InterNACHI Certified Home Inspector
Just because you're licensed doesn't mean you'll be successful. To compete with all other licensed home inspectors, take advantage of all of the marketing and business resources that InterNACHI® provides to InterNACHI® Certified Home Inspectors. InterNACHI® provides an accredited Home Inspector Certificate Program to members to attain the Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)® designation. The training, exam, and certification are all online and free for members.
Join InterNACHI®
InterNACHI® is the world's leading association of residential and commercial property inspectors that provides free training, online examination and certification, business development, marketing support, membership benefits, discounts on everything from home inspection software to E&O insurance to your next truck, and more. We have everything you need, all in one place.
InterNACHI® School
InterNACHI® School (internachi.edu) is the only home inspector college accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. All training, exams, and Continuing Education are free for members. Join InterNACHI® today.
Hands-On Training at the House of Horrors®
The InterNACHI® House of Horrors® is an entire house with a thousand defects built under our roof. Experience world-class inspection training and InterNACHI® member events at our two locations in Colorado and Florida. Register for a free event, take training, test-drive inspection tools, attend chapter meetings, and inspect the House of Horrors®.
Contact Other Members in KY
Network with hundreds of InterNACHI® certified inspectors in Kentucky.
Join a Home Inspector Chapter in KY
InterNACHI® Mentors
Contact an InterNACHI Mentor. InterNACHI® provides peer-to-peer learning experiences for both inspectors who need additional assistance and for experienced inspectors who are interested in helping other inspectors.
Radon Tester Certification in Kentucky (free & online for members)
Kentucky does not enforce or regulate radon measurement, but the state does recommend professionals who are certified by AARST-NRPP or NRSB.
NRPP:
InterNACHI's free, online "Radon Measurement Professional Initial Training Course" is AARST-NRPP approved for both initial certification and Continuing Education. To complete all components of the NRPP Radon Certification, please visit their site for more information.
NRSB:
InterNACHI's free, online Radon Measurement Professional Initial Training Course is NRSB-approved for initial certification. For those looking for NRSB continuing education, members should take the free, online "Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider" course.
Wood-Destroying Organisms (online and free for members):
According to KRS 217B.515 Structural pest control licenses.
Every person shall secure a license from the department before engaging in structural pest control in Kentucky.
“Structural pest control” shall mean: the control of termites or pests, including the identification of infestations or infections; the making of inspections, inspection reports, recommendations; offering advice regarding control methods
“Structural pest control” shall mean: the control of termites or pests, including the identification of infestations or infections; the making of inspections, inspection reports, recommendations; offering advice regarding control methods
Please refer to The Kentucky Department of Agriculture website for more details. InterNACHI's Wood-Destroying Organisms (WDO) Inspection Course may be a useful education tool for those looking to become licensed.
Commercial Property Inspections
Become a InterNACHI® Certified Commercial Property Inspector. The online training and certification is free for members.
Visit Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) for additional commercial inspection training and resources.
Become a Certified Home Energy Inspector (free & online for members)
Become an InterNACHI-Certified Home Energy Inspector. The online training and certification are free for members. No infrared, no blower door, and no additional training needed.
Inspection Business Resources (free & online for members)
InterNACHI provides members business and marketing resources, including:
- BizVelop, a free business development tool for home inspectors.
- Free, online Home Inspection Business Course
- Inspector Library of Legal Documents
- Free, online signable inspection agreement system
- How to Calculate Profitable Inspection Fees
- Home Inspection Fee Calculator
- "Call Me" Buttons
Inspector Marketing Services
InterNACHI's Member Market Team provides free marketing design, illustration, and consultation services to InterNACHI® members. InterNACHI's Marketing Team will design a new logo for your inspection business or re-design your existing logo, and design and customize your business cards, flyers, and brochures. It's all for free. Take a look at the free design work we've done for our members. Contact the Inspector Marketing Department today.
Get Free Marketing Design Services
Marketing to Real Estate Agents
InterNACHI provides free resources to members who network with real estate agents, including:
- free real estate presentation resources
- home maintenance books
- $10,000 Honor Guarantee
- $10,000 Agent Indemnification
- Buy-Back Guarantee
15 Steps to Become a Successful Home Inspector
InterNACHI provides everything you need to be successful.
Membership Benefits (free for members)
Archived Documents:
25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know #22834
InterNACHI Code of Ethics #22691
Defect Recognition and Report Writing #22836
How to Perform Roof Inspections #22700
How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes #22835
Safe Practices for the Home Inspector #22699
InterNACHI Residential Standards of Practice #22701
InterNACHI sues Commonwealth of Kentucky and wins: https://www.nachi.org/forum/f14/international-association-certified-home-inspectors-filing-lawsuit-against-commonwealth-kentucky-102406/
View 2021 Approval Letter for the following courses:
- Boosting You Credibility with Infrared (#22698)
- Business and Marketing for Home Inspectors (#22696)
- Chimneys, Vents, & Fireplaces (#22697)
- Code of Ethics (#22691)
- EIFS, Stucco & MSV, and Water Intrusion (#22693)
- Finding and Reporting Defects in a Home Inspection (#22690)
- How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes (#22689)
- How to Perform Roof Inspections (#22700)
- Introduction to Cracks & Structural Indicators (#22694)
- Modern Marketing- How to Win Over Millennial Agents & Buyers in 2019 (#22695)
- Residential Standards of Practice (#22701)
- Safe Practices for the Home Inspector (#22699)
- The Next Level of Defect Recognition (#22692)
View 2021 approval of the 25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know Course (CE-3114-0003), How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes Course (CE-3114-0009), and Defect Recognition and Report Writing Course (CE-3114-0009). Expires 2/19/2021.
View 2020 approval of the Inspecting Tile Roofs Course. #CE-3114-0033.
- Energy Movement for Inspectors Course. #CE-3114-0021.
- The House As a System Course. #CE-3114-0022
- 10 Steps to Performing a Roof Inspection. #CE-3114-0022. 2 hours.
- Residential Plumbing Overview for Inspectors. #CE-3114-0023. 3 hours.
- How to Inspect HVAC Systems. #CE-3114-0024. 3 hours.
- How to Perform Exterior Inspections. #CE-3114-0025. 3 hours.
- How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections. #CE-3114-0026. 3 hours.
- Inspecting Foundation Walls & Piers. #CE-3114-0027. 3 hours.
- Log Home Inspection. #CE-3114-0028. 3 hours.
- Structural Issues for Home Inspectors. #CE-3114-0029. 3 hours.
View 2020 approval of the following courses:
- How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion Course. CE00118-0001. 3hours.
- How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation and Interior Course. CE0118-0002. 3 hours.
- How to Perform Deck Inspections Course. CE0118-0003. 3 hours.
- Lawn Irrigation Systems Inspection Course. CE0118-0004
- Defect Recognition and Report Writing Course. CE-3114-0009. 3 hours
- InterNACHI Code of Ethics Course. CE-3114-0007. 1 hour.
- InterNACHI Residential Standards of Practice Course. CE-3114-0006. 3 hours.
- Safe Practices for the Home Inspector Course. CE-3114-0003. 2 hours.
- How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes Course. CE-3114-0008. 3 hours.
- How to Perform Roof Inspections Course. CE-3114-0004. 3 hours.
- 25 Standards Every Inspector Should Know Course. CE-3114-0002. 3 hours.
View 2018 approval of Inspecting the Means of Egress Course. CE-0315-001. Expiration January 10, 2019.
View approval of Residential Structural Design for Home Inspectors and How to Inspect Fireplaces, Stoves, and Chimneys. CE-0215-001 and CE-0215-002. Expiration December 13, 2018.
View approval of 10 Steps to Performing a Roof Inspection and How to Inspect Tile Roofs Classes (live). CE-1116-001 and CE-1116-002. Expiration November 15, 2018.
View approval of Gas Fireplace Inspections Class (live). CE-1016-002. Expiration October 11, 2018.
View approval of How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion Class (live). CE-1016-001. Expiration October 11, 2018.
View approval of Energy Movement for Inspectors Course. CE-0812-010. 2 hours. Expiration July 12, 2018.
- View approval of How to Inspect Manufactured and Mobile Homes Course. CE-1013-014. 3 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of How to Inspect HVAC Systems Course. CE-0514-001. 6 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of Safe Practices for the Home Inspector Course. CE-0514-002. 2 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of Structural Issues for Home Inspectors Course. CE-0514-003. 4 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of Inspecting Foundation Walls Course. CE-0514-004. 3 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of How to Perform Exterior Inspections Course. CE-0514-005. 6 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections Course. CE-0514-006. 4 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of Residential Plumbing Overview for Inspectors Course. CE-0514-007. 6 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of Log Home Inspection Course. CE-0514-008. 4 hours. Expiration April 10, 2018.
- View approval of How to Inspect for Moisture Intrusion Course. CE-0216-001. 3 hours. Expiration Feb 9, 2018.
- View approval of How to Perform Deck Inspections Course. CE-0216-002. 3 hours. Expiration Feb 9, 2018.
- View approval of How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation, and Interior Course. CE-0216-003. 3 hours. Expiration Feb 9, 2018.
- View approval of How to Perform Roof Inspections Course. CE-0216-004. 3 hours. Expiration Feb 9, 2018.
- View approval of 25 Standards Every Home Inspector Should Know Course. CE-0216-005. 3 hours. Expiration Feb 9, 2018.
Kentucky approves HVAC, Safe Practices, Manufactured and Mobile Homes, Structural Issues, Inspecting Foundation Walls, Exterior, Electrical, Plumbing, Log Home, and Septic courses.
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