Florida accepts the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) as one of its approved exams. Licensing is handled by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Pre-licensing education: 120 hours of DBPR-approved pre-licensing coursework. Insurance: Commercial general liability insurance of at least $300,000, kept for the life of the license.
Florida requirements at a glance
| Exam | A DBPR-approved home inspection exam; the National Home Inspector Examination is accepted |
|---|---|
| License type | Home inspector |
| Pre-licensing education | 120 hours of DBPR-approved pre-licensing coursework. |
| Field training / experience | Not listed as a separate requirement. |
| Insurance | Commercial general liability insurance of at least $300,000, kept for the life of the license. |
| Continuing education | Required for renewal (every two years). |
Other requirements
- Fingerprint-based background check and proof of good moral character.
Who regulates home inspectors in Florida
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
Official website
How to prepare for the exam in Florida
The NHIE is 200 multiple-choice questions (175 scored) with a 4-hour limit, and you need a scaled score of 500 to pass. It is weighted 70% Property Inspection, 20% Analysis & Reporting and 10% Professional Responsibilities, so weight your study the same way. Take a diagnostic practice test first, drill your weakest categories, and sit at least one full timed practice exam before test day.
Summarized from the Spectora's state licensing guide, checked October 2026. Licensing rules change, so confirm current requirements with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) before you apply.