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Becoming a home inspector in Rhode Island is an exciting career transition. To ensure success, consider these steps when it comes to licensing requirements and training.
Home Inspector Licensing Requirements in Rhode Island
The requirements to become a home inspector, including education and examination, vary by state. Here is what to consider if you want to become an inspector in Rhode Island.
Submit documentation that you have passed the PSI National Home Inspector Exam, which covers home inspection standards and practices. The NHIE consists of 200 multiple-choice questions across three domains and has a time limit of four hours. Each attempt costs approximately $225. Taking a prep course is recommended to improve your chances of passing on the first attempt.
Provide certificates of liability insurance and errors and omissions insurance (minimum $500,000 in coverage), naming the Rhode Island Contractors’ Registration and Licensing Board (CRLB) as the certificate holder. If you have employees, you must also provide proof of worker’s compensation insurance.
Pay the $200 license fee for two years. Payments can be made online, or by mailing a check to:
State Building Office
RI Contractors’ Registration and Licensing Board
560 Jefferson Boulevard Ste. 100
Warwick, RI 02886
Please note that cash is not accepted.
12 hours
Every 2 years
Additional Information: There is a $50 late fee for an expired license.
If you’re serious about becoming a home inspector in Rhode Island, you should also explore various career paths, including becoming a franchise owner. WIN Home Inspection can help you navigate this process. In addition, you'll receive in-house training (covers 35+ essential home inspection services) that is fully approved and meets all the requirements for becoming a certified home inspector in Rhode Island. This program includes franchise fees, so there are no outside schooling or additional costs. You'll also receive a home inspector certification in Rhode Island for specialized services such as sewer scope inspections and drone roof inspections, which can help increase your salary.
On average, home inspectors in Rhode Island make around $55,000 per year, or approximately $26 per hour. Salaries can range from $29,000 to $87,500 annually.
Yes, home inspectors in Rhode Island must be licensed. The license is issued by the state and requires passing the NHIE, meeting inspection experience requirements, and obtaining the necessary insurance.
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