Description
State Requirements
How can home inspectors apply advanced techniques to identify structural issues, system failures, and safety hazards? What standards guide the evaluation of more complex building components and optional systems? How do professional inspectors ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance throughout the inspection process?
These questions and more will be explored in this 40-hour course that fulfills part of the education requirements for Texas home inspection licensure. Building on the foundational knowledge from Module I, this course delves deeper into inspection methods, reporting practices, and professional standards to prepare you for real-world inspection scenarios.
Course highlights include:
- Recognize the purpose and scope of the Property and Building Inspection Module II as part of the Texas home inspection curriculum
- Apply advanced techniques for evaluating structural, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems
- Identify visible defects, performance issues, and code-related concerns in residential construction
- Explain proper inspection procedures for roofing, exteriors, and interior components
- Recognize inspection standards for appliances, optional systems, and specialty structures
- Demonstrate proper documentation, photography, and reporting methods consistent with Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC) requirements
- Apply best practices for communication, client interaction, and ethical decision-making
- Integrate technical knowledge with real-world applications to perform comprehensive, compliant home inspections
State Requirements
For Texas
Requirements to Become a Texas Home Inspector
Texas issues three levels of inspector licenses: Apprentice Inspector, Real Estate Inspector, and Professional Real Estate Inspector. AHIT provides approved training for those seeking to become Real Estate Inspectors and Professional Real Estate Inspectors.
- Texas Real Estate Inspector Education Requirements: 154 hours (includes 40 hours of practicum)
- Texas Professional Real Estate Inspector Education Requirements: 194 hours (includes 40 hours of practicum)
- Inspections: 40 hours of Texas practicum (field training)
- Exam Required: Both NHIE plus Texas specific exam
- Application Fee: $100 (Real Estate Inspector) or $120 (Professional Real Estate Inspector)
- Minimum Age Requirement: 18
- Proof of Financial Responsibility: Provide proof of Liability Insurance with a minimum of $100,000 per occurrence and an aggregate annual total of a minimum of $100,000 using the TREC Certificate of Insurance form or provide proof of a Surety Bond using the TREC Proof of
Financial Responsibility Form.
- Must meet TREC’s qualifications for honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity (consider requesting a Fitness Determination before
applying for a license)
- Fingerprinting is required
- Citizen of the United States or a lawfully admitted alien
Home Inspection License Expiration: Every two years from date of issuance
Texas State Licensing Board
