Nevada requires the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE). Licensing is handled by the Nevada Real Estate Division (Dept. of Business and Industry). Pre-licensing education: 40 hours of structural inspection coursework followed by a proctored exam; distance education is not accepted for the initial coursework. Insurance: E&O insurance of at least $100,000 and general liability of at least $100,000.
Nevada requirements at a glance
| Exam | National Home Inspector Examination |
|---|---|
| License type | Residential inspector |
| Pre-licensing education | 40 hours of structural inspection coursework followed by a proctored exam; distance education is not accepted for the initial coursework. |
| Field training / experience | Observe 25 inspections with a certified general inspector or approved instructor and submit a log, plus show you can produce a complete inspection report. |
| Insurance | E&O insurance of at least $100,000 and general liability of at least $100,000. |
| Continuing education | 20 hours every two years, including 3 hours of safety and 3 hours of law. |
Other requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Who regulates home inspectors in Nevada
Nevada Real Estate Division (Dept. of Business and Industry)
(702) 486-4033 · realest@red.nv.gov
How to prepare for the exam in Nevada
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 state regulation summary published by the NHIE's exam board, checked October 2026. Licensing rules change, so confirm current requirements with the Nevada Real Estate Division (Dept. of Business and Industry) before you apply.