A complete guide to Florida's DBPR home inspector license — 120 hours of approved education, the state-approved exam, $300,000 commercial general liability insurance, and the software Florida inspectors trust to stay compliant and grow their business.
| REQUIREMENT | DETAILS | STATUS / RESOURCE |
| Pre-Licensing Education |
120 hours of DBPR-approved trainingg Florida applicants must complete a 120-hour course of study approved by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. Coursework must cover home structure, electrical, HVAC, roofing, plumbing, interior components, exterior components, and site conditions that affect the structure. |
Required DBPR Home Inspectors |
| Licensing Exam |
Pass a DBPR-approved home inspection examination |
Required Schedule with Pearson VUE |
| Background Check & Insurance |
Fingerprint-based criminal background check, $300K commercial general liability Applicants must submit fingerprints for a criminal background check and demonstrate good moral character. For financial responsibility, carry a commercial general liability insurance policy with at least $300,000 in coverage. Coverage must remain continuous for the life of the license. |
Required DBPR Requirements |
| Application, Renewal & Continuing Education |
$230 initial application, two-year renewal cycle, CE required (with exemptions) Submit your initial license application through the DBPR with the $230 application fee. Licenses renew every two years with a $100 renewal fee plus a $5 unlicensed activity fee. CE is generally required for renewal, but under SB 382 (signed May 2024, effective July 1, 2024), licensees who have held an active license continuously for at least 10 years and meet other criteria may be exempt from the CE requirement. |
Required Apply with DBPR |
| OFFICIAL LICENSING RESOURCES |
| DBPR — Home Inspectors myfloridalicense.com |
| DBPR Online License Application myfloridalicense.com |
| NHIE — Florida nationalhomeinspectorexam.org |
| FLORIDA AT A GLANCE | |
| Pre-Licensing Education | 120 Hrs |
| Exam | DBPR-approved (incl. NHIE via Pearson VUE |
| General Liability Insurance | $300K Minimum |
| Application Fee | $230 |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 yrs |
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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 the DBPR Home Inspection Dept before submitting your application. Information last reviewed May 2026.
