How to Become a Licensed Home Inspector in Tennessee
Home Inspector Licensing Course (online & free for members):
To become a licensed home inspector in Tennessee, you must successfully complete a 90-hour pre-licensing course approved by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, pass the National Home Inspector Exam, and carry liability insurance. For details, visit Tennessee's website.
To be a licensed home inspector in Tennessee, 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.
Legal Documents from Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance
Tennessee Home Inspector Licensing Board requires licensed home inspectors to complete 32 hours of commissioner-approved continuing education no later than thirty (30) days prior to the expiration date of the license. Visit Tennessee's website for approval of the following free, online courses. Not a member? Join now.
Note: According to Rule 0780-05-12-.05, as of November 2014, credit shall not be granted for a repeated course within a three (3) year time period.
This is a great marketing strategy for home inspectors who promote their business to licensed real estate agents. Tell agents to follow the instructions on the marketing card, or visit www.nachi.org/tn-agent and register for a free online Continuing Education course. When a real estate professional logs into the course and enters your InterNACHI member's ID number, you will be automatically notified by email.
Radon Tester Certification (online & free for members)
Tennessee requires that individuals performing radon testing, measurement, and mitigation be certified by the state by completing courses by AARST-NRPP or NRSB. Become certified to perform radon testing services in Tennessee. Tennessee Radon Program accepts InterNACHI's free, online "Advanced Radon Measurement Provider Course". View the Tennessee website for details. The course is at https://www.nachi.org/radon-measurement-service-provider-online-course.htm
Home Energy Inspector Certification (online & free for members)
Become a Certified Home Energy Inspector. The online training and certification is free for members. No infrared, no blower door, and no additional training needed.
Roof Data Technician (free for members to participate)
Experience world-class inspection training and InterNACHI® member events at our House of Horrors® locations in Colorado and Florida. The InterNACHI® House of Horrors® is an entire house with 1,000 defects built under our roof. Register for a free event, take training, test-drive inspection tools, attend an inspector chapter meeting, and inspect the House of Horrors®.