A complete guide to Connecticut's two-tier home inspector license — Intern Permit-to-Inspector progression, board-approved training, the competency exam, liability and E&O insurance, and the software Connecticut inspectors trust to stay compliant and grow their business.
| REQUIREMENT | DETAILS | STATUS / RESOURCE |
| License Tier |
Two-tier structure: Home Inspector Intern Permit & Home Inspector License Connecticut applicants must first qualify for a Home Inspector Intern Permit. After completing one of two qualifying paths (1 year as Intern with 200 paid inspections, OR completing board-approved training plus 100 supervised inspections), they may apply for the full Home Inspector License. Both tiers are administered through the Department of Consumer Protection. |
Required CT Home Inspection Licensing Board |
| Pre-Licensing Education |
40 hours of board-approved training Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Complete a board-approved 40-hour training program covering all major residential systems and Connecticut-specific licensing requirements. The completed training is required to earn the Intern Permit. |
Required CT Home Inspection Forms |
| Licensing Exam | Pass the board-approved competency examination
Connecticut applicants must pass an oral, written, or electronic competency examination approved by the Home Inspection Licensing Board. Pass results must be submitted with the license application. |
Required CT Home Inspection Licensing Board |
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Liability & E&O Insurance |
$250,000 liability and $50,000 E&O minimums Carry liability insurance with at least $250,000 in coverage and errors and omissions (E&O) insurance with at least $50,000 in coverage. Coverage must be active before licensure and maintained continuously thereafter. |
Required CT Home Inspection Licensing Board |
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Application, Renewal & Continuing Education |
$240 initial license, June 30 odd-year renewal, 20 CE hours per cycle Submit your initial license application through the Department of Consumer Protection ($40 application fee + $200 license fee). All Connecticut home inspector licenses and intern permits expire on June 30 of each odd-numbered year. Renewal is $250 with 20 hours of continuing education required per two-year cycle. |
Required Apply with CT DCP |
| OFFICIAL LICENSING RESOURCES |
| CT Home Inspection Licensing Board portal.ct.gov |
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Home Inspection Licensing Forms |
| CT Department of Consumer Protection portal.ct.gov |
| NHIE — Connecticut nationalhomeinspectorexam.org |
| CONNECTICUT AT A GLANCE | |
| License Tiers | Intern Permit / Home Inspector |
| Pre-Licensing Education | 40 Hours |
| Path to Full License | 1 yr + 200 paid inspections OR training + 100 supervised |
| Exam | Board-approved competency exam |
| Liability Insurance / E&O Insurance | $250,000 minimum / $50,000 minimum |
| Initial License Fee | $240 ($40 app + $200 license) |
| Renewal | June 30 of odd years ($250, 20 CE hrs) |
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Disclaimer: This page is intended as a general informational resource and does not constitute legal advice. Licensing requirements, fees, and procedures are subject to change. Always verify current requirements directly with CT Home Inspection Licensing Board before submitting your application. Information last reviewed May 2026.
