Home Inspector Licensing in Williston city, Florida

Who Needs a License

A home inspector must be licensed to perform home inspections for compensation in Florida, including in Williston city. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, a home inspection is defined as the examination of the structural components, mechanical systems, and other observable aspects of a residential building to assess its general condition.

Any person who advertises, offers, or performs home inspection services in Williston must hold a valid Florida home inspector license issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB).

How to Get Licensed

Step 1: Meet Basic Qualifications
Per Fla. Stat. § 489.113, you must be at least 18 years old, a Florida resident, and of good moral character.

Step 2: Complete Education
Fla. Stat. § 489.111 requires passage of a state licensing examination. Before applying to sit for the exam, you must complete a Board-approved home inspector course or satisfy equivalent experience requirements as defined in § 489.113.

Step 3: Pass the Exam
Submit your application to the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) and pass the home inspector licensing examination.

Step 4: Apply for License
File your application with the CILB. Contact the CILB directly through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) for current application procedures, fees, and exam schedules.

Local Requirements

Permits and Inspections
Home inspectors in Williston must comply with Levy County building permit requirements. Contact the Williston Building Department to determine if any local permits or notifications are required before conducting inspections within city limits.

Municipal Code
Review the Williston Municipal Code for any local amendments, restrictions, or additional requirements that may apply to home inspection services in the city.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain persons and activities are exempt from Florida licensing requirements, including:

• Home inspections performed by a property owner on their own property
• Inspections by employees of government agencies acting in an official capacity
• Inspections by licensed contractors or engineers performing work incidental to their licensed trade

However, anyone performing home inspections for compensation must hold a valid license unless a specific statutory exemption applies.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, Home Inspector Licensing
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/home-inspectors/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.111 — Licensure by examination
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• Williston Municipal Code

The law belongs to the people. Georgia v. Public.Resource.Org, 590 U.S. (2020)