A complete guide to Vermont's property inspector license — 80 hours of approved education, the NHIE exam, liability and E&O insurance, the Vermont Energy Goals module, and the software Vermont inspectors trust to stay compliant and grow their business.
| REQUIREMENT | DETAILS | STATUS / RESOURCE |
| Pre-Licensing Education |
80 hours of OPR-approved education Vermont applicants must be at least 18 with a high school diploma or equivalent. Complete at least 80 hours of OPR-approved education covering heating systems, cooling systems, plumbing, electrical, structural components, foundations, roofing, exterior and interior components, and site aspects affecting the building. |
Required Vermont OPR Property Inspectors |
| Licensing Exam | Pass an OPR-approved nationally-recognized proctored exam Vermont applicants must pass an independent, nationally-recognized proctored examination identified by the OPR Director. The National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE), administered by PSI, satisfies this requirement. |
$225 Register with PSI |
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Liability & E&O Insurance |
Required per OPR rules Carry both liability insurance and errors and omissions (E&O) insurance in the form and minimum amount set by the OPR's rules. Submit proof of coverage with the license application. Coverage must remain active continuously for the life of the license. |
Required Vermont OPR |
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Application, Renewal & Continuing Education |
Biennial renewal with mandatory Vermont Energy Goals module Submit your initial license application through the Vermont Secretary of State's Office of Professional Regulation. Licenses renew every two years per the schedule set by the OPR Director. Each renewal requires completion of the Vermont Energy Goals education module (effective for renewal cycles ending 6/30/2025 and beyond). |
Required Apply with Vermont OPR |
| OFFICIAL LICENSING RESOURCES |
| Vermont OPR — Property Inspectors sos.vermont.gov |
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Vermont Office of Professional Regulation |
| Property Inspector Forms & Instructions sos.vermont.gov |
| NHIE — Vermont nationalhomeinspectorexam.org |
| VERMONT AT A GLANCE | |
| Pre-Licensing Education | 80 Hours |
| Exam | NHIE ($225) or OPR-approved equivalent |
| Liability & E&O Insurance | Required (per OPR rules) |
| Renewal Cycle | Every 2 years |
| Application Fee | $200 |
| License Term | "Property Inspector" |
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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 Vermont OPR before submitting your application. Information last reviewed May 2026.
