Home Inspectors

home inspectionFlorida Home Inspector License Requirement:

  • Be of good moral character
  • High School diploma (or equivalent)
  • The complete course of study of 120 hours covering structure, exterior, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, interiors, exteriors, and site grounds & grading.
  • Maintain commercial general liability insurance (not less than $300,000).
  • Apply to the Florida home inspector department to take a licensure examination.

Continuing Education – Florida Home Inspector Licensees are required to get 14 hours of continuing education every two years in Florida. Home Inspectors need the 14 hours of CE by July 31, 2022

The eight areas of a Home Inspection are:

1. The structure,
2. Electrical system,
3. HVAC system,
4. Roof covering,
5. Plumbing system,
6. Interior components,
7. Exterior components, and
8. Site conditions that affect the structure.

Plus, as a home inspector, we are allowed to perform a “Hurricane Mitigation” inspection if we complete additional training.

FAQ’s

Question: Can a home inspector test for MOLD?
Answer: Yes, as long as it’s under 10 sf of area Declaratory Statement

Question: What other inspections can a Home Inspector perform?
Answer: 4-point inspection, ¡Wind Mitigation, roof conditions report, Pre-Warranty Expiration Inspections are some.

Question: Do you recommend a Home Inspection Software?
Answer:  Yes, Palm-Tech

Give us a call at 1-800-676-3006