How to Become a Licensed Home Inspector in Vermont
InterNACHI is the world's leading association for home inspectors. We provide free training, online testing and certification, business development, marketing support, discounts on everything from home inspection software to E&O insurance to your next truck, and more.InterNACHI School is accredited as a postsecondary education institution by the national accrediting agency of the U.S. Department of Education to provide tuition-free online training, examination, certification, and continuing education to InterNACHI® members in Vermont.
Scroll down this page for everything you need to get started, make more money, and grow your inspection business.
Home Inspector Licensing (online & free for members)
Vermont Secretary of State Property Inspectors Department has approved InterNACH's pre-licensing course (online & free for members). The VT-approved course is actually the set of courses below:
- 12 hours: How to Inspect HVAC Systems Course
- 8 hours: Residential Plumbing Overview for Inspectors Course
- 4 hours: Inspecting Water Heater Tanks Course
- 4 hours: How to Perform Residential Electrical Inspections Course
- 4 hours: Structural Issues for Home Inspections Course
- 4 hours: How to Perform Roof Inspections Course
- 8 hours: Inspecting Asphalt Shingle Roofs Course
- 16 hours: How to Perform Exterior Inspections Course
- 14 hours: How to Inspect the Attic, Insulation, Ventilation and Interior Course
- 8 hours: Defect Recognition and Report Writing Course
Final Certificate of Completion:
After completing all of the courses (above), go to your members-only account to download the final certificate of completion.
State Exam for Home Inspector License
The state requires an individual to pass the state exam.
Insurance for Inspectors
Although Vermont doesn’t have requirements regarding insurance for home inspectors, many local real estate boards and home inspector business franchises require their affiliate members to meet certain coverage standards. InterNACHI members are eligible for discounts and enhanced coverage. Visit nachi.org/insurance for information on how to sign up.
Hands-On Training at House of Horrors®
Experience world-class inspection training and InterNACHI® member events at our House of Horrors® locations in Colorado and Florida. The InterNACHI® House of Horrors® is an entire house with 1,000 defects built under our roof. Register for a free event, take training, test-drive inspection tools, attend an inspector chapter meeting, and inspect the House of Horrors®.
Home Inspector Partner Schools
For a list of local partner schools who provide home inspector training classes, please click here.
Continuing Education (online & free)
InterNACHI-Certified Home Inspectors are required to complete twenty-four (24) hours of Continuing Education every year to renew their certification. Review InterNACHI's Continuing Education Policy.
All of InterNACHI's online education courses are free to members. Not a member? Join now.
After joining as a member, you'll have access to everything you need to be successful, including all of InterNACHI's online training, certifications, Continuing Education, marketing, and business services. InterNACHI has everything you need, all in one place.
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Radon Tester Certification in Vermont (online & free)
Although there are no state regulations for radon testing in Vermont, the Vermont Department of Health recommends to the public hiring certified radon professionals (as of Nov 2014). Visit the Vermont website for details.
NRPP:
InterNACHI's free, online "Radon Measurement Professional Initial Training Course" is AARST-NRPP approved for both initial certification and Continuing Education. To complete all components of the NRPP Radon Certification, please visit their site for more information.
NRSB:
InterNACHI's free, online Radon Measurement Professional Initial Training Course is NRSB-approved for initial certification. For those looking for NRSB continuing education, members should take the free, online "Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider" course.
Home Energy Inspector Certification (online & free)
Become a Certified Home Energy Inspector™. The online training and certification is free for members. No infrared, no blower door, and no additional training needed. Visit nachi.org/home-energy-inspector
Wood-Destroying Organisms (WDO)
The state of Vermont requires that pest control applicators be licensed by the state. For more information look here. InterNACHI's Wood-Destroying Organisms (WDO) Inspection Course may be a beneficial educational tool for those looking to become state-licensed.
Commercial Property Inspections
Visit Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA) for additional commercial inspection training and resources.
Business & Marketing (online & free)
Free, online "Home Inspection Business Course": nachi.org/become-home-inspector-business-course-101
InterNACHI's Marketing Team will design a new logo for your inspection business or re-design your existing logo, and design and customize your business cards, flyers and brochures. It's all for free. Take a look at the free design work we've done for our members (free to members). Contact the Inspector Marketing Department today.
- Inspection agreement system: nachi.org/onlineagreement
- Pricing your fees: nachi.org/pricing-billing
- Fee calculator: nachi.org/fee-calculator
- Call Me Now: nachi.org/call_button
Everything You Need, All in One Place
InterNACHI provides everything you need to be successful. Visit nachi.org/become-home-inspector
Membership Benefits (free for members)
InterNACHI provides over $75,000 worth of benefits to its members at no cost. Visit https://www.nachi.org/benefits.htm
