Delaware

Delaware’s home inspector registration is two-tiered:  Home Inspector Trainee and Home Inspector.  Inspectors must first apply as a Home Inspector Trainee prior to completing the requirements to become a Home Inspector.

• Delaware home inspection education hours: 140 hours (license only)
• Exam required: NHIE (license only)
• Home Inspections: 75 under “active oversight” (license only)
• Insurance Requirements: E&O insurance equal to or greater than $50,000, and liability insurance equal to or greater than $250,000 (license only)
• Application Fee: $160 (trainee registration)/$293 (license) (other fees may apply)
• Notarized application is required. No background check, but criminal history must be disclosed.
• Fingerprints are not required
• No minimum age requirement
• High School Diploma or GED is required

Home Inspection License Expiration: 8/31 every two years (odd)