How to become a home inspector in Oregon
Oregon home inspectors are licensed by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB). Here is what it takes to work as a licensed home inspector in Oregon, from official sources checked November 4, 2026.
Who can become a home inspector in Oregon?
- Earn at least 20 qualifying points from education, experience or ride-alongs
- Own or work for a business licensed with the CCB (residential general, residential specialty or home inspector services contractor)
Oregon home inspector license requirements
| State license | Yes. Oregon requires home inspector certification from the Construction Contractors Board, and the inspector must own or work for a CCB-licensed business. |
|---|---|
| Licensed by | Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) |
| License name | Oregon Certified Home Inspector (OCHI) |
| Education or training | At least 20 qualifying points from approved courses, experience and other listed items; no fixed hour total. |
| Exam | Pass the National Home Inspector Examination (PSI; 200 questions, 4 hours). |
| Insurance or bond | No separate inspector insurance is stated; the inspector must be tied to a CCB-licensed business, which carries the CCB's bond and insurance requirements. |
| License term | 2 years |
| Continuing education | 30 hours from approved providers every 2 years. |
How much does it cost?
| Certification application | $150 |
|---|---|
| National Home Inspector Exam | $225 |
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 Oregon
- Earn 20 qualifying points
- Pass the NHIE through PSI
- Send the OCHI application with documents and $150 fee
- Have a CCB-licensed business owner file the OCHI Change form to associate your certificate
Apply on the official Oregon site
How do you check a home inspector's license in Oregon?
- Search the name or license number on the official Oregon 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.