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How to Become a Home Inspector in
Ready to become a home inspector in Arkansas? Follow these key steps to fully understand Arkansas’s licensing requirements and training to successfully launch your career as a home inspector.
Home Inspector Licensing Requirements in Arkansas
Start here to ensure you’re fully compliant and ready to succeed by understanding the licensing requirements for home inspectors in Arkansas.
Licensing Required
Yes
Exam Required
NHIE and ASHI Standards and Ethics Examinations
Total Education Hours
80
Minimum Age Requirement
18 years
Citizenship Requirements
Must be a citizen of the US or a lawfully admitted alien
Steps to Become a Home Inspector in Arkansas
1
Complete 80 Hours of Education
Complete 80 hours of Arkansas-approved home inspection education that aligns with the National Home Inspector Exam (NHIE). This training helps establish your credibility as a home inspector.
2
Pass the NHIE and ASHI Exams
Pass the NHIE, a 4-hour exam with 200 multiple-choice questions covering property inspection, analysis, reporting, and professional responsibilities. Also, pass the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics Exam, which has an $85 fee. Exam preparation courses are recommended to improve success on the first attempt.
Note: Veterans can get reimbursed for the exam through the GI Bill by submitting the VBA-22-0803-ARE form and their receipt to the VA.
3
Obtain Liability Insurance
You must carry general liability insurance with a minimum coverage of $100,000. This insurance protects against claims related to negligence, errors, misrepresentation, and more. Provide your policy number and coverage details with your application.
4
Submit Your Application and Pay the Fee
Pay the annual registration fee and submit a notarized application to the Arkansas Home Inspector Registration Board. The fee is $250 for applications received between January 1st and June 31st. For those received between July 1st and December 1st, the fee is $375, covering the remainder of the year and the following year.
Continuing Education Requirements for Home Inspectors in Arkansas
Hours Required
14 credit hours annually
Renewal Cycle
Annual, expires December 31st (file by December 1st)
WIN Home Inspection
In-House Training for 35+ Essential Home Inspection Services
WIN Home Inspection offers an in-house training program that is fully approved and meets all the requirements for becoming a certified home inspector in Arkansas. Our robust training covers 35+ essential home inspection services and is included in the franchise fees, so no outside schooling or additional costs. This includes certifications in specialized services such as sewer scope inspections and drone roof inspections. By joining WIN, you gain access to state-approved training and state-of-the-art tools and technologies, including our proprietary report writing software, which has been a game-changer for our inspectors. If you're interested in leveraging a complete package that sets you up for success in the home inspection industry, contact us today to learn more about starting your business with WIN.
Frequently Asked Questions
1.
How long does it take to get a home inspector license in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, prospective home inspectors must complete an 80-hour classroom course to qualify for licensure.
2.
What is the salary of home inspectors in Arkansas?
Home inspectors in Arkansas earn an average salary of around $45,000 per year, or approximately $22 per hour. High earners can make over $74,000 annually, while entry-level inspectors might earn around $24,000.
3.
How do you start a home inspection business in Arkansas?
To start a home inspection business in Arkansas, you need to complete 80 classroom hours of training, pass the National Home Inspectors (NHIE) exam, the ASHI Standards of Practice exam, and obtain Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance and liability insurance.