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Pennsylvania Home Inspector License Requirements
In Pennsylvania, the home inspection profession is regulated by state law, even though no formal licensing is required. Earning your home inspector certification from PHII sets you apart. It equips you with the skills to identify safety hazards and red flags with confidence—giving buyers peace of mind and giving you a professional edge. Pennsylvania allows home inspection courses to be taken 100% online, so you are not required to travel to attend a class. Review the steps below to become a certified and legally-compliant Pennsylvania home inspector.
Pennsylvania Training Packages
Professional $499
Preferred $699
Premium $899
Pinnacle Package 
Pinnacle $2,899
J. Leon
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I've been doing building/home and pest inspections using PHII for over a decade and am 100% satisfied with using their services. Very helpful personnel, Ross and Matt thank you.
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Sean Johnson
2 reviews
PHII was just what I needed! I am a contractor in Florida and needed this pre-license training to get my home inspector license. I did the 120 hour online course plus wind mitigation, took the FABI exam and passed it and got my Florida home inspection license all within the same month! I want to thank PHII for offering an affordable online course and helping me get started! Robert was extremely helpful for the Advanced lessons. I would recommend this online training to anyone over the high cost and time for the "other guys" programs. I continue to have success as a home inspector.
Carlo Montecillo
Local Guide · 9 reviews · 9 photos
I recently completed the Basic Home Inspection course with PHII, and I—m really glad I chose them for my training.
The materials were clear, practical, and easy to follow — even for someone coming in with a background more focused
on property management. What I appreciated most was how the course was structured to build confidence step by step. The quizzes, videos,
and examples really helped prepare me for the final exam, which I passed on my first try. I now feel equipped to
move forward professionally as a certified inspector. Highly recommend PHII for anyone looking to get started in the home inspection industry. Great value, solid support, and a great stepping stone into the field.
Wade Hunsinger
3 reviews
I have been using PHII for my inspection training and software for several years and really like how helpful everyone there is when we call. I would recommend anyone who would like to become an inspector check them out.
Carlos Sanchez
1 review
I really appreciate how much I was able to learn in the process to become a Home Inspector, with a lot of information, very specific and helpfulness to the point that I have already gotten my license in my state. The good thing about PHII is that they offer the basic and advance courses that is more than enough to be able to perform with professionalism, accuracy and diligence.
Jeff Mason
2 reviews
PHII was the second school I tried, and I wish I gone there first. Thanks for helping me to become a home inspector in northeastern PA! You were instrumental in helping me understand and navigate the confusing compliance laws that make it difficult to start inspecting here. The PHII course was detailed, thoughtful, and you personally answered every question I had. That was 2 months ago. Since then I have gone through the required process including association membership. I would recommend PHII to anyone who is a self-starter and is trying to avoid the high cost and disappointment that I experienced from others.
Pennsylvania Rules & Regulations
- Become a full member of a national, non-profit home inspection association that requires more than 100 home inspections for full membership. (PHII pays for your first year of membership in the North American Association of Home Inspectors)
- Pass an examination that demonstrates knowledge of home inspection procedures
- Comply with the non-profit association's code of conduct and education policy
- Complete continuing education requirements as a part of association membership
- Maintain errors and omissions, and general liability insurance
- Provide a free copy of the home inspection report to the property seller, upon request
- Not perform repairs on a house that you inspected within the previous 12 months
- Include certain statements in the home inspection report as specified by PA Act 114
PA home inspectors must comply with the Pennsylvania Trade Practice Act 114, Title 68 Real and Personal Property Statute. PHII's online home inspection certification
course, which includes a free non-profit association membership, meets Pennsylvania requirements for home inspectors.
After completing the PHII course, you will receive a free one-year membership in the North American Association of Home Inspectors (AHI).
AHI is a national non-profit home inspector association compliant in Pennsylvania. When you have completed your
inspection experience log, AHI will issue a Full Member Letter of Compliance, which you can show to clients and
realtors to demonstrate that you are a Pennsylvania-compliant home inspector.
A common question asked is how to participate in 100 inspections to gain full membership in a non-profit association
and be fully-compliant? This is generally accomplished by completing parallel inspections where an individual observes a home inspection performed by a compliant home inspector and completes a report for educational purposes. Parallel inspections are also referred to as shadowing or ride-alongs.
There are many Pennsylvania home inspectors who can provide this type of home inspector mentoring. You are responsible for paying mentoring
fees and for maintaining a log of your experience.
Additional Steps to Advance Your Pennsylvania Home Inspection Career
1) Pass the National
Home Inspector Examination (NHIE). PHII's training fully prepares you. Passing the NHIE will help you stand out as a trusted industry expert in Pennsylvania. The NHIE is a challenging 200-question proctored exam that is required by some states. Veterans are eligible for reimbursement through the GI Bill.
2) Join a Multi-Inspector Company in Pennsylvania to gain experience, or start your own business. Established home inspection companies in Pennsylvania are always looking for new home inspectors to work for them. Businesses provide benefits, professional insurance and home inspection scheduling.
3) Register Your Own Business in Pennsylvania and meet state requirements. Home inspector insurance policies are affordable and will protect you against career-ending lawsuits. Build your own home inspection business in Pennsylvania and enjoy the success that follows!
NEW PROPOSED PA LEGISLATION
Pennsylvania has made several attempts to revise its home inspector regulations. The most recent was House Bill 1001 in 2018, which failed to pass the Senate. The
past attempts at legislation have all been similar, proposing biennial licensing with a combination of course hours
and up to 100 home inspections, which could make it challenging to become licensed in the future.
House Bill 1001 would have also required Pennsylvania to report on the presence of mold, which is disclaimed by all home inspector association standards as being outside the scope of a home inspection. This would require home inspectors to reduce their liability by being trained in mold or to provide professional mold evaluations. Should this become part of new legislation, PHII has mold inspection training packages available.
It is important to note that if you become a Pennsylvania home inspector before new legislation passes, you will have an easier path to becoming licensed in Pennsylvania through that law's home inspector grandfathering provisions. The previous attempts contained a 2-year provision for grandfathering.
State Board:
Pennsylvania Bureau of Consumer Protection
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Certification Course Length: 90-Hours
Welcome to PHII's Pennsylvania Home Inspection School—Your Gateway to a Rewarding Career. Our expert instructors bring real-world experience and a singular focus: helping you build a thriving career in home inspection. Through nationally certified coursework, online modules, testing, and hands-on field study, you'll gain the essential skills and knowledge required to become a licensed or compliant Pennsylvania home inspector. Our curriculum aligns with national standards of practice, ensuring you're fully prepared to meet professional expectations.
At PHII, we make mastering home inspection straightforward and accessible through a structured, step-by-step training process. Whether you choose our online or classroom format in Pennsylvania, you'll receive the same comprehensive curriculum—including field inspection assignments, report writing exercises, and hands-on activities. Plus, we provide free home inspection report software so you can practice creating professional reports as you learn.
Our experienced, on-site instructors are always available to guide you. You'll also gain specialized knowledge in mold and allergens, radon detection, and commercial inspections—valuable skills that can help you expand your services and grow your business in Pennsylvania. PHII's Pennsylvania online home inspection course offers all the benefits of our classroom training at a significantly lower price. Our proven interactive learning system includes:
- Lesson pre-tests and post-tests
- Flash cards and practice quizzes
- Audio and video instruction
- Real-time feedback
- Personalized support from instructors
- Self-Paced Learning—With Real-World Application
Each lesson includes interactive flash cards and quizzes that reinforce your understanding, offer instant feedback, and help you correct mistakes. Our system tracks your progress, allowing you to pause and resume anytime. For hands-on experience, you can complete field activities on your own home or any residential property in Pennsylvania—bringing your learning into the real world.
Pennsylvania Course Lessons
Each lesson in the Pennsylvania Home Inspection Certification course is designed to help you master essential subjects that align with nationally recognized standards of practice for professional home inspectors. Upon successfully completing PHII's home inspection exam—and fulfilling any additional state requirements—you'll be fully equipped to conduct thorough, compliant residential inspections throughout Pennsylvania with confidence and credibility.
- Introduction to Home Inspection Terminology -Overview of the common language used throughout the home inspection industry by licensed home inspectors
- Limits and Exclusions for Home Inspection - Pre-inspection agreements and liability during a home inspection, understanding home inspector responsibilities
- Site, Grounds and Grading - Components outside the home including paving, vegetation, ground slope and drainage, decks, steps and porches that apply to a home inspection
- Exterior and Structure - Foundation, chimneys, trim and siding, doors and windows, eaves, soffits, and down spouts
- Roof Components - Types and styles, roof materials and home inspection methods, flashing and gutters, skylights for a typical home inspection
- Plumbing Systems - Water and fuel service type, size and location, waste and vent pipes, kitchen and bathroom faucets and fixtures, water heaters
- Electrical Systems - Service entrance location and capacity, inspecting panels and branch circuits, wire gauges, determining grounding and bonding, ground fault interrupters (GFIs), outlets, fixtures, switches and smoke detectors
- Attic Inspection - Attic access methods, roof framing and sheathing, insulation types, ventilation methods, roof vent pipes, defects and moisture issues
- Insulation & Ventilation - R Factor, vapor retarders, crawl space and below-grade ventilation, theory of exhaust and plumbing ventilation as it applies to home inspection
- Interior Components - Home inspection methods and standards for walls and rooms, bedroom egress, windows, types of doors, stairs and railing, defects, fire places.
- Bathrooms and Kitchens - Toilets, sinks, ventilation, bathtubs, showers, flooring, GCFI protection, defects and moisture damage, cabinets, counters, flooring, built-in appliances following home inspection industry standards
- Basement & Crawlspace - Type and entry methods, evaluating foundation and supports, stairs, flooring, walls, ceiling, exposed insulation, vapor barriers, evaluating joists, trusses, sub floors, floor drains and sump pumps
- Heating and Air Conditioning - Location(s), fuel type(s), age, capacity, distribution methods, heat exchangers, combustion venting, humidifiers, air filters, evaporator and condenser coils, supplemental heat, electrical disconnect home inspection standards
- Garage and Carport - Home inspection standards for identifying structure type, attached, detached, door openers, floors ceiling walls, ventilation, safety features, separation wall, door to a living space, ventilation, GFI protection
- Conducting a Home Inspection - Pre home inspection agreements, professional behavior, procedures with clients, home inspection methodology, home inspection tools, written report, follow-up
- Home Inspection Business Start-Up - Registration for home inspection business, website set-up, payment processing, pricing services, business vehicle, ladders and basic tools, electronic tools, sales tax and write-offs, filing requirements, state tax I.D. number, records, profit, cash flow, advertising, brochures, tracking ads, customer service
- Mold and Allergens - Mycotoxins and pathogenic molds, sources and outbreaks, collecting samples during home inspection, client agreements, findings, common allergens, health effects, mitigation procedures, how to become a mold certified home inspector
- Radon in Air and Water - Properties of radon, health effects, how radon enters buildings and water supplies, measurement, elevated/unsafe levels, seasonal effects, mitigation methods, how to become a radon certified home inspector
- Commercial Inspections - Types of commercial home inspections, challenges, ASST. E2018-01 guidelines, property condition assessment (CPA) reports, walk-through survey, home inspector vs. a field observer, entering the market, referrals, liability, how to become a home inspector with commercial certification
- Report Writing, Agreements and More - How to complete and present a professional home inspection inspection using a pre-inspection agreement, checklist, and tools of the trade. How to market your services and expand your business in Pennsylvania
Home Inspector FAQs
How long does your home inspection course for Pennsylvania take?
PHII's Pennsylvania home inspection course can be completed in 1-2 weeks based on your past level of experience. However, you can take as much time as needed, and there are no limits on re-taking the certification exam. The total course time for training in Pennsylvania is broken up into hours for course instruction, field assignments, report writing and testing. PHII's Pennsylvania course allows you to take your time or push yourself through quickly.
How much money do Pennsylvania home inspectors make?
Professional home inspectors in Pennsylvania earn a solid income, with salaries varying based on experience, location, and certifications. The cost of a single home inspection typically ranges from $400 to $600, depending on the location and property size. Most homes sold this year in Pennsylvania are expected to undergo a pre-closing home inspection, reflecting strong demand for qualified home inspectors.
What is home inspection errors and omissions insurance?
Home inspectors in Pennsylvania should consider getting Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance, which is a professional liability policy covering the policyholder for negligent acts and omissions that occur during an inspection. A good Errors and Omissions liability policy can help limit your out-of-pocket expenses if you are named in a lawsuit resulting from a home inspection. Our coursework is approved for Pennsylvania home inspector errors and omissions insurance by major insurance underwriters.
Why Choose PHII for Home Inspection Training in Pennsylvania?
PHII offers Pennsylvania residents affordable, expert-backed training to become certified home inspectors. Our interactive program includes hands-on practice, instructor support, and a satisfaction guarantee. You'll learn what to inspect, how to report it professionally, and meet Pennsylvania's standards—all on your schedule, from any device. After graduation, we continue to support you with a complete system to launch and grow your inspection business with confidence. With PHII, you get the tools, training, and ongoing support to succeed.
What is Included in the Pennsylvania Home Inspector Package?
The Professional Package includes the online Home Inspector Course for Pennsylvania with online library of inspection documents and videos. The training is 100% online, no materials are shipped. Optional back-up materials and courses/videos on USB stick are available for an extra fee. Bonuses include Home Inspection Report Creator, Advanced Home Inspection Course, InspectHost business website and 1-year AHI National Association membership for Pennsylvania home inspector graduates.
Free AHI Membership for Pennsylvania Home Inspector Graduates
As a gold-level AHI-accredited training provder, PHII can offer all Pennsylvania home inspection course graduates a free $289 membership in the North American Association of Home Inspectors (AHI), a national non-profit professional home inspector association.
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