Colorado Home Inspector License Requirements
Colorado is one of a few states that have yet to regulate the home inspection business in any way. There are no formal standards or requirements for home inspector certification in Colorado – but that doesn’t mean certification is unnecessary. Regardless of state regulations, home buyers are eager to ensure the quality of their investment by working with experienced, educated professionals with real training. The question for many aspiring inspectors is where to earn those credentials.
The answer is ICA’s Home Inspection School. In our convenient, industry-recognized online course, you’ll learn the skills, techniques, and industry best practices necessary to find success as a home inspector in Colorado. Upon completion of the course, you’ll have everything you need to start your own Colorado home inspection business or join an existing company.
Why Colorado Home Inspections Matter
Buying a home is a big deal. In many cases, it represents the most significant investment a person will make in their lifetime. With such a daunting financial decision on the line, home inspectors prove especially valuable. Their insight into the condition of a property can make all the difference. While inspectors don’t dictate whether or not a sale should go through, their findings can reveal critical information about potential repairs and replacement jobs on the horizon. You wouldn’t want to buy a house without consulting someone with a Colorado home inspection license first!
How to Earn a Colorado Home Inspector License
Colorado home inspectors enjoy a very low barrier of entry to the career. With no state regulations in place or tests to pass, training is as simple as completing ICA School’s online modules. This self-paced course is as comprehensive as it is convenient – most people complete the material within a few weeks.
Self-Paced Training Options
Students can complete our online self-paced course to earn their certification. This allows students to log in and complete the training anytime, day or night.
Home Inspector Salaries in Colorado
The average salary of a home inspector in Colorado who does four inspections per week is $74,000. It’s important to keep the word average in mind, as part-time inspectors may make less as they start out, while more experienced full time professionals can earn far more. It’s also important to remember that many home inspectors make their own hours. Some opt to work part-time and take only a few jobs per week. Others are as efficient as possible and schedule as many inspections as possible. This flexibility is one of the best parts of earning your home inspection certification in Colorado.
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Read on for more information about home inspection courses.
As stated above, once you complete our course you are a certified home inspector. Upon completion of the course, we will mail out your home inspection certification and issue you your certification number. That number is what you’ll want to put on your business cards and home inspection reports. At that point, you’re ready to go!
How much money do home inspectors make?
The average salary for a home inspector in Colorado is approximately $74,000 per year.
How much does a home inspection pay?
The average fee for a home inspection in Colorado is $400. The amount you charge for any one home inspection will vary based on age and square footage of the home. You will learn about that during our online home inspection course.
Is your home inspection training course recognized by InterNACHI?
Yes. We work very closely with InterNACHI. In fact all of our graduates receive a free one month membership to InterNACHI.
Is your home inspection training school affiliated with ASHI?
Yes. We work closely with the American Society of Home Inspectors. In fact, we train you specifically to the ASHI standards of practice and our school is an ASHI Gold level Member.
Is your home inspection training class recognized by NAHI?
In 2016 NAHI merged with ASHI, so NAHI no longer exists as a home inspection membership organization.
Does Colorado require continuing education for home inspectors?
No. Continuing education is not required for home inspectors in Colorado.
Will you mail me a certification?
Yes. We mail your home inspection certification out to you upon your completion of our online course.
What should I use for my inspection report when I perform a home inspection?
We have an arrangement with www.homeinspection.com through which our graduates receive a free copy of their Report Form Pro Nitro home inspection reporting software. That is the report that most of our graduates start with since it is so easy to use. Normally selling for $400, the Report Form Pro Nitro home inspection report can be printed and filled out by hand or filled out on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. You can even put in photos easily. They also have a mobile app version of their home inspection report that can be used on an Android or Apple mobile device. At the end of the day, all that matters is that you have a home inspection report form with which you’re comfortable, and these are both good home inspection report options.
Does the online home inspection course for Colorado have a time limit?
No. There is no time limit on our course, so you can take as much time as you would like to complete it.
Does this online home inspection course certify me in mold inspection and radon inspection?
We include our mold and radon introductory bonus courses free of charge to students who enroll in our online home inspection course. We also offer mold and radon certification courses. Through our partnership with ECAN, LLC, we offer a Mold Assessment Technician certification course, and a 16-Hour Radon Measurement Technician certification course. This course is also approved by the National Radon Proficiency Program (AARST-NRPP) or National Radon Safety Board (NRSB).
Do you provide students with a list of tools needed for performing a home inspection?
Yes. We provide you with a list of tools needed. Total cost for the tools, including your moisture meter and combustible gas detector, comes out to about $200.
What is included in ICA’s membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection?
Starting and running a successful home inspection business requires more than just a home inspection license. ICA’s membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection, empowers home inspectors to start and grow their careers by connecting them with experts and providing content on topics not covered by other home inspection training. Delivered via live webinars, on-demand videos, video courses, Facebook community, blogs, and podcasts, members can gain:
- Business Management Skills
- Advanced Home Inspection Training
- Marketing & Networking Training
- Access to Tools & Templates
Join a community of home inspection professionals, master new skills, and find ongoing support to succeed in every stage of your career. New students who enroll in a home inspection licensing course with ICA receive a one-year membership for free!
What about marketing materials?
We provide resources that will help get your business up and running. Our membership portal, Edcetera Home Inspection, contains everything you need to start and grow your business, including live webinars, business templates, downloadable PDFs, and more.
Do you offer my state test?
There is no state exam for home inspectors in Colorado. Colorado did attempt to implement licensing for home inspectors in 2014, but the bill was rejected in the legislature.
Do you send my certificate to the board?
There is no home inspection board in Colorado.
Can I start my own business after taking your online home inspection course?
Yes. In fact, the majority of our graduates will start their own successful home inspection business after completing our course. We will also train you on the whole marketing and business start-up side of things.
Will I be able to do commercial inspections after taking this course?
Yes. On the commercial side of things, we train you to the ASTM standards.
What if I have questions during the home inspection course?
We have full support for all students and graduates, both during and after the course. Even if you have questions when you are on a home inspection, we can assist.
Do I need to be a home builder or a contractor to become a home inspector?
Absolutely not. We train students from all different backgrounds to be successful home inspectors. Although a construction background can be beneficial, it is by no means necessary to become a home inspector.
Learn more about ICA’s home inspection certification program now. Explore our FAQ section, give our inspection course demo a try, or begin your training by signing up today.
