Does this state require Home Inspectors to be licensed?

No, however there are laws governing home inspection. The law in Pennsylvania provides a uniform definition for the term "home inspection" and for a national home inspection association. It establishes that a home inspector shall conduct their inspection in accordance with the standards of practice set forth by a professional home inspection trade association such as ASHI or the National Association of Home Inspectors.

It further outlines consumer remedies as they relate to a home inspection, and establishes penalties for misrepresentations of fact in an inspection report. For more information, contact the Pennsylvania Bureau of Consumer Protection at (717) 787-9707.

Are there any educational requirements to be licensed?

No

Is there a state exam requirement to be licensed?

No

Are there any experience requirements to be licensed?

No

Are there any other requirements to be licensed?

Under the law, home inspectors are required to maintain errors and omissions and general liability insurance with coverage of not less than $100,000 per occurrence and $500,000 in the aggregate.

When do the license expire?

Not Applicable

Are there any Continuing Education requirements to renew a license?

Not Applicable