While a license is not required to become a home inspector in Pennsylvania, the home inspection profession is regulated by the state, and PHII home inspector certification can provide a competitive advantage. Pennsylvania home inspectors must meet the qualifications below. Follow the steps below to become a certified and legally-compliant Pennsylvania home inspector. Use code cybersale to save $200! View Program Details.

The law requires home inspectors to:

1. Become a full member of a national, non-profit home inspection association that requires 100-inspections for full membership. (PHII pays for your first year of membership in the North American Association of Home Inspectors)
2. Comply with the non-profit association's code of conduct and education policy
3. Maintain errors and omissions, and general liability insurance
4. Provide a copy of the report to the property seller, upon request
5. Not perform repairs on a house that you inspected within the previous 12 months

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!
PHII's Pennsylvania home inspection certification is approved by real estate and building commissions, and major insurance providers. PHII is also affiliated will major professional associations including ASHI, AHI, CREIA, and FABI. The home inspector certification material for Pennsylvania is aligned with national standards of practice for home inspectors and is updated regularly. We teach Pennsylvania students the key information that they must inspect for and include in the home inspection report.

Every lesson is concise and written in clear language that is easy to understand. Our interactive Pennsylvania home inspection certification course is designed in-house by experienced and qualified home instructors who understand the trade and how to teach it. PHII offers the most complete, self-paced Pennsylvania home inspection training on the market today. You receive instant online access and have an option to receive course materials that are shipped to you. Our course management system is unmatched in features and interactive technology.

You can access the Pennsylvania home inspection training on wi-fi devices including tablets and smart phones, and the course can be completed in as little as 1-2 weeks. Unlike other online courses, there is no time limit, so you can take as much time as you need. Become a Pennsylvania home inspector at whatever pace you set, quickly or over time. Your home inspector certification course never expires!

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.

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State Board:
Pennsylvania Bureau of Consumer Protection
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Training Provider:
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Included in PHII's Pennsylvania Home Inspector Training
Home inspection topics covered in our Pennsylvania home inspector certification program

Each home inspection lesson starts by listing the objectives you will learn, followed by a short practice quiz to check your prior knowledge, the lesson content, a review and a quiz. Below are the subjects you will master as you take the online home inspection certification training course. All course objectives are aligned with national standards of practice for home inspectors.

Introduction to Home Inspection Terminology

Limits and Exclusions for Home Inspections

Site, Grounds and Grading

Exterior and Structure

Roof Components

Plumbing Systems

Electrical Systems

Attic Inspection

Insulation & Ventilation

Interior Components

Bathrooms and Kitchens

Basement & Crawlspace

Heating and Air Conditioning

Garage and Carport

Conducting a Home Inspection

Home Inspection Business Start-Up

Mold and Allergens

Radon in Air and Water

Commercial Inspections

After passing PHII's home inspector certification exam and meeting any other state requirements, you will be well-qualified to perform residential home inspections in Pennsylvania.

Frequently Asked Questions About PHII's Pennsylvania Home Inspection certification Program

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 does the Pennsylvania home inspection training cost?
Professional Home Inspection Institute will teach you how to become a home inspector in Pennsylvania for the lowest average tuition rate in the industry. The course comes complete with all required instructional materials including 100% online access and the information you need to become a certified home inspector in Pennsylvania . You can view the current prices by clicking the link on the enroll page or by calling 1-605-427-2908.

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 in Pennsylvania should a problem occur with a home inspection. Our coursework is approved for Pennsylvania home inspector errors and omissions insurance by major insurance underwriters.

Why should I choose PHII for home inspection training?
PHII gives Pennsylvania residents interactive training, experienced support, a lot of value and the most affordable tuition in the industry. Plus we offer a satisfaction guarantee. Over the years we have successfully trained and certified thousands of home inspectors throughout the U.S. and Canada, including many home inspectors in Pennsylvania. We have been there to support our students from Pennsylvania during and after the training. We have up-to-date Pennsylvania home inspection certification course material, and we provide a turn-key system for setting up your own home inspection business in Pennsylvania.

Questions about home inspector certification?
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Free 1-YEAR AHI Membership for Pennsylvania Home Inspector Graduates
Upon achieving home inspector certification, PHII can offer all Pennsylvania home inspector 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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Looking for Online Home Inspector Training Outside of Pennsylvania?

The first step in starting your home inspector career is to understand the path to a home inspector license. The process can be simple or lengthy depending on the state. In some cases you can train entirely online to obtain your home inspector license or certification. In other cases you can train online and complete field training to meet home inspector requirements. Even if your location does not require a home inspector license, you still need to be properly trained and certified in order to stand out from the competition. That is where home inspector certification from PHII gives you the advantage because we go beyond the minimum training a home inspector needs so that you can hit the ground running. PHII is also there to support you along the way as you start inspecting and need help if you run into problems. Start by understanding your state requirements by clicking the links below to states where PHII offers online home inspector certification in the U.S.

Home Inspector License in the U.S.

PHII offers home inspector continuing education and numerous certifications to help you learn more, earn more and grow your home inspection business. At PHII our mission is to provide you with the best home inspector training to prepare you for a successful real estate career, along with the support you need down the road. PHII-trained home inspectors are never alone. With PHII, your home inspector training is truly at your pace. You always have access to PHII course material and support. Every online certification course comes with lifetime access.