Home Inspector Licensing in Islamorada, Village of Islands village, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who, for compensation, inspects buildings or structures and provides written reports on their condition must be licensed as a home inspector under Florida law. This includes inspections of residential and commercial properties performed for real estate transactions, property assessments, or other compensation-based purposes.

The definition of home inspector practice is established in Fla. Stat. § 489.105, which specifies the scope of regulated activities in the construction and home inspection industry.

How to Get Licensed

Home inspector licensing in Florida is administered by the Construction Industry Licensing Board under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps to obtain a license:

  1. Meet qualifications under Fla. Stat. § 489.113, which requires specific experience and education requirements depending on the license type.

  2. Pass the state examination administered by the Construction Industry Licensing Board per Fla. Stat. § 489.111.

  3. Apply with the Construction Industry Licensing Board — not a local authority. The state board processes all applications, examinations, and license issuance.

  4. Pay applicable fees to the state licensing board.

Applicants must verify current experience and education requirements directly with the Construction Industry Licensing Board, as these requirements are detailed in § 489.113 and may vary by license classification.

Local Requirements

In Islamorada, Village of Islands village, permits and inspections are coordinated through the Village Building Department in Monroe County. Home inspectors performing work in Islamorada must comply with the Islamorada Municipal Code.

Before performing home inspections in Islamorada, contact the Islamorada Building Department to confirm any local permitting, notification, or registration requirements specific to the municipality. The Municipal Code may contain local amendments or additional requirements beyond state law.

Exemptions

Per Fla. Stat. § 489.103, certain activities and persons are exempt from licensing. These exemptions include specific construction-related work performed under limited circumstances and work performed by licensed contractors or engineers acting within their professional scope.

Review § 489.103 in full to determine whether your specific work or situation qualifies for an exemption before proceeding.

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

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