How to become a home inspector in Mississippi
Mississippi home inspectors are licensed by the Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board - Mississippi Home Inspection Division (with the Home Inspector Regulatory Board). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed home inspector in Mississippi, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Part of the state's website could not be reached when we checked, so some details come from Mississippi law and official forms. Confirm them on the official page before you apply.
Who can become a home inspector in Mississippi?
- At least 21 years old
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Complete at least 60 hours of approved pre-licensing coursework
- Pass the NHIE within three years before applying
- General liability and E&O insurance of $250,000 each
- Fingerprint criminal background check
Mississippi home inspector license requirements
| State license | Yes. Mississippi requires a home inspector license (Miss. Code 73-60); since July 1, 2024 it is administered by the Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board's Home Inspection Division instead of MREC. |
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| Licensed by | Mississippi Real Estate Appraisal Board - Mississippi Home Inspection Division (with the Home Inspector Regulatory Board) |
| License name | Home Inspector License |
| Education or training | An approved course of at least 60 hours (Miss. Code 73-60-11). |
| Exam | Pass the National Home Inspector Examination, scheduled through NHIE, within three years before applying. |
| Insurance or bond | Separate general liability and errors and omissions coverage, each at least $250,000 per incident, in the inspector's own name. |
| License term | Two years from issuance. |
| Continuing education | 20 hours of approved CE every two years. |
How much does it cost?
| Application fee | $175 |
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| License fee | $325 |
Fees as listed by the state. Schools, courses, exam prep, insurance and equipment cost extra and vary by provider.
Steps to become a home inspector in Mississippi
- Complete 60 hours of pre-licensing coursework
- Pass the NHIE
- Obtain general liability and E&O insurance
- Complete the fingerprint background check
- Submit the application with proof of education, exam, insurance, diploma and $500 ($175 + $325)
- Renew every two years with 20 CE hours
Apply on the official Mississippi site
How do you check a home inspector's license in Mississippi?
- Search the name or license number on the official Mississippi home inspector license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the person or company you're hiring.
- Ask how long they've been licensed and whether any complaints or discipline are on record.