Requirements for becoming a home inspector in the state of West Virginia
*Yearly income estimation determined from ZipRecruiter and updated as of February, 2025.
Continuing Education Information for the state of West Virginia
16 hours of Continuing Education are required every year to keep your license up to date in the state of West Virginia. Click the link below and navigate to the third page to find a Continuing Education provider.
Additional information for becoming a Home Inspector in Alaska
The West Virginia State Fire Marshal’s Office requires that you complete the following steps to become a licensed home inspector:
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- You must include a completed, dated and signed application form.
- Note: When sending in your application, you must include a Check or Money Order payable to “WVSFMO” for $150.00. Do Not Include CASH
- You must provide a criminal record report (background check) with fingerprints from both the WV State Police and the F.B.I.
- You must pass the National Home Inspector Exam.
- You must provide proof of general liability insurance of no less than $ 250,000.00.
- You must provide proof of completion of an approved 80-hour initial Home Inspection Course approved for West Virginia. A list of approved courses can be found at the following link: Approved Courses
- You must include a copy of a High School Diploma or GED.
- You must include a copy of valid West Virginia business license issued by the: West Virginia Department of Tax and Revenue.