Oregon requires the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE). Licensing is handled by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB). Pre-licensing education: 20 education points (approved courses, college courses, ride-alongs, related work experience or certifications). Insurance: The inspection business must be CCB-licensed, which requires $100,000 to $500,000 in liability insurance plus a $10,000 to $20,000 bond.
Oregon requirements at a glance
| Exam | National Home Inspector Examination |
|---|---|
| License type | Certified home inspector |
| Pre-licensing education | 20 education points (approved courses, college courses, ride-alongs, related work experience or certifications). |
| Field training / experience | Not required separately. |
| Insurance | The inspection business must be CCB-licensed, which requires $100,000 to $500,000 in liability insurance plus a $10,000 to $20,000 bond. |
| Continuing education | 30 continuing education units every two years. |
Other requirements
- Each certified inspector must own or work for a CCB-licensed business.
Who regulates home inspectors in Oregon
Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB)
(503) 378-4621
How to prepare for the exam in Oregon
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 Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) before you apply.