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Louisiana Home Inspector Licensing & Exam
Home Inspector Licensing & Exam Prep
Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors requires applicants to pass a licensing exam. If you are applying for a home inspector license, the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) is required. All the info you need to obtain a home inspector license in Louisiana can be found on this page.
We offer online courses to ensure you pass both exams on your first try. Our online Louisiana home inspector license exam prep includes practice tests and highlighting guides.
We are happy to help you with any step of the licensing process. You can send us a message, find us on social media, or call us directly. We have helped countless professionals obtain a license through the years. We would love to help you launch your career as a licensed home inspector in Louisiana!
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What type of work can be done with the Louisiana home inspector license?
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Home Inspector License
A Licensed Home Inspector is a professional trained to assess the condition of a property thoroughly and objectively. They conduct detailed inspections of homes, evaluating various aspects such as structural integrity, electrical systems, plumbing, and more. Their expertise helps buyers make informed decisions about purchasing a property by providing a comprehensive report detailing any issues or potential concerns.
What are the Louisiana Home Inspector License requirements?
Application Requirements
- Louisiana State Police Criminal Background Check
- 90 Hours of Education with an LSBHI approved Education Provider
- Evidence of Passing Score on the NHIE
- 30 hours of Pre-Licensing Training
- 10 Live Inspections with an approved In-Field Trainer
- Certificate of Attendance for a Board approved Standards of Practice and Report Writing Seminar
- Certificate of Insurance in the following coverage:
- $300,000 per year in Errors and Omissions with a maximum deductible of $5,000
- $300,000 per year in General Liability with a maximum deductible of $5,000
- Applicable Fees
- 2x2 Passport Photo
- Completed and Signed Application with the LSBHI
Applicants must submit the following to the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors:
How do I obtain an Louisiana home inspector license?
To apply for your license, contact the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors at 225-248-1334 or visit their website. Louisiana requires a total of 130 hours of training by approved providers. RocketCert does not currently offer this program. More information about approved providers can be found by visiting the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors website.
Licensed home inspectors in Louisiana expire annually on the last day of the licensee's issuance month. Louisiana requires 20 hours of continuing education annually, no more than 10 hours can be performed online.
With RocketCert, our education is written by a combination of professional educators and industry professionals. Our Louisiana home inspector exam prep is guaranteed to help you pass the exam, and is backed with our no pass, no pay policy. We pride ourselves on providing industry leading customer service. Also, if you find a better original price on any online course that we offer, we will beat it by 10%.
PURCHASE EXAM PREP, BOOKS, & STUDY!
Preparing to pass the State exam is a critical part of the licensing process in Louisiana. Failing the exam can result in substantial delays before you are able to work under your license. We offer industry leading Louisiana home inspector exam prep and all of the required books, at an unbeatable price.
PASS THE STATE EXAM
After studying with RocketCert, you will be on your way to passing the required State exam (see below). Contact PSI at 833-333-4751 to begin this process. Testing centers are setup throughout the State in larger cities. Pre-approval is required from the testing agency prior to scheduling the exam.
APPLY FOR YOUR LICENSE
After completing the steps above, it's time to apply through the Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors to obtain your License.
Which home inspector exams do I need to take in Louisiana?
To schedule your NHIE exam, visit nationalhomeinspectorexam.org or call 847-298-7750.
National Home Inspectors Examination
- Total Questions: 200
- Passing Score: 500 points or above
- Time: 240 minutes
- CLOSED BOOK
Topics include:
- Site Conditions
- Building Exterior Components
- Roof Components
- Structural Components
- Electrical Systems
- Ventilation Systems
- Plumbing and Fuel Distribution Systems
- Interior Components
How do I pass the Louisiana home inspector exam?
The Louisiana home inspection exam is not open book. However, our Louisiana Home Inspector exam prep will have you prepared and confident when it comes time to take your exam.
Our exam prep includes math, highlighting guides, study guides, covering the topics your exam is based on, practice questions for each references, and unlimited attempts on our "test simulation".
Online Exam Prep Includes:
- Calculation Lessons - Here, we teach you math concepts and how to solve calculations on test day.
- Study Guides - Introduce the critical information in your book(s). This will familiarize you with each book’s content and its layout.
- Quizzes - These practice quizzes are based on each individual book/reference. They reinforce key concepts.
- Test Simulation / Practice Exam - Comprehensive exams randomly generated from our database of questions. Test simulations are restricted by time, and hints are disabled. Test simulations are as close to the real exam as you can get.
- Professional Test-Taking Tips - This section includes test taking strategies to keep calm and focused during the exam.
The following books are NOT allowed to be used during the NHIE Exam:
2021 International Residential Code
NEC 2023, NFPA 70: National Electrical Code
Why should I choose RocketCert?
At RocketCert, we strive to be the best (while having fun in the process). This means having not only the best quality of education, but also industry leading technology. Best yet, we are here for you 7 days a week. Have a question or comment? Give us a call or contact us to send us a message. Ready to begin? Select from the training below and start immediately. Of course, you can resume later!
Why pay for something knowing your time with it is limited? At RocketCert, we believe in offering lifetime access to your training, even though it will not be needed.
Our education is written by industry experts. We believe in helping you with your career, and that help begins with offering best in class education.
We are here for you. Have a question? Need support? Our team is available 7 days a week for technical support. We pride ourselves in taking care of you.
Our training is available 24/7, and you can start and stop as needed. With our mobile ready courses, you can take from nearly any device at any location.