Home Inspection is not currently regulated by the state and there is no licensing, certification or registration process.  In order to start your own business as a home inspector you will need a business license in the county/city in which you will be establishing your business. Each municipality has different regulations so you should check with your local county office. For more information on starting your own business please see our Home Inspection links page.  

Because Home Inspection is not currently regulated there is currently no examination for this course. Graduation of AREA’s course is however recognized for a free 1 year membership in the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) obtaining full benefits, and discounted membership in the Housing Inspection Foundation (HIF). HIF offers the Registered Home Inspector (RHI) designation; certification requires an exam with NACHI and HIF.

Laws regarding Home Inspection are anticipated to change. For more information on current legislation of bills please visit ASHI’s (American Society of Home Inspectors) website for issues and legislation regarding Home Inspection.

Area offers a Home Inspection Course that will cover all areas needed to become a Home Inspector. At the present time all AREA Home Inspection courses are currently being provided in on-line and CD format. Classroom courses will be presented throughout the state. Please call 888-883-9720 or email education@area-ga.com for more information about classroom courses in California.