I have recently been told by my city building department that I to have a city registration as a contractor and have to be bonded by my insurance carrier, in order to work as a Home Inspector in Valparaiso, Indiana. After contacting my insurer, they say that it’s not a requirement. And who is asking for an assurance bond? My instructor at the time said nothing was required also.
Does anyone have the correct answer?
Why would you even step foot in the building department? They are treating you as a typical General Contractor. You are not.
Home Inspectors in Indiana requires:
1.) Be at least eighteen (18 years of age);
2.) Have graduated from high school or have earned a GED;
3.) Have not committed a crime or act that would prohibit you from obtaining the license;
4.) Complete a pre-licensing course of at least sixty (60) hours provided by a Board-approved course provider.
5.) Pass the National Home Inspector Examination as provided by the Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors;
6.) Submit proof of having minimum insurance liability coverage of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000); and
7.) Pay the application/license issuance fee of four hundred fifty dollars ($450).
For more information:
State Board:
Indiana Professional Licensing Agency
402 West Washington Street, Room W072
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Pat Price
Phone (317) 234-3047
Fax (317) 232-2312