Home Inspector - Initial Active License by Examination (HI 0401)
This application is used by individuals who have taken and passed a department approved exam for home inspection.
Application Requirements:
EXAMINATION: Individuals seeking
licensure as a Home Inspector must first take and pass a department approved
exam for home inspection. The applicant must also submit proof of passing the
department approved examination for home inspection licensure. For more information
about the examination, visit the Examination
Information
webpage.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: The applicant must demonstrate proof of completing a course of study approved by the department of not less than 120 hours that covers the 8 components of a home. This is not a complete listing of educational and experience requirements. Please see the application instructions page for complete information.
FINGERPRINTS:An applicant must have a background check as
part of the licensing process.To learn
more about fingerprinting, please visit our Fingerprinting
webpage.
INSURANCE:Applicants are required to attest that they have obtained commercial general liability insurance in the amount of $300,000.
FEE: Pay the required fee as
provided in the application. If applying online, you can pay with a credit card
or electronic check. If mailing your application, please include a check
payable to the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Military
veterans, their spouses and Florida National Guard members may be eligible for
a fee waiver, fee reimbursement, and/or fee discount. Please visit our DBPR Military
Services page for more information.
APPLICATION:Complete the application by clicking on the "Online Services" link or the "Printable Application" link at the bottom of the page.
If you have questions or need assistance in completing this application, please call the Customer Contact Center at 850.487.1395 or use our convenient contact form.
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