North Dakota requires the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE). Licensing is handled by the North Dakota Secretary of State. Pre-licensing education: Not required. Insurance: Not listed in EBPHI's summary.
North Dakota requirements at a glance
| Exam | National Home Inspector Examination |
|---|---|
| License type | Home inspector |
| Pre-licensing education | Not required. |
| Field training / experience | Not required. |
| Insurance | Not listed in EBPHI's summary. |
| Continuing education | Not required. |
Other requirements
- Annual license renewal.
Who regulates home inspectors in North Dakota
North Dakota Secretary of State
(701) 328-3663 · sosadlic@nd.gov
How to prepare for the exam in North Dakota
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 North Dakota Secretary of State before you apply.