How do I become a Certified Home Inspector?

Unfortunately, the Pesticide Education Program does not deal with Home Inspectors or their certification. However, some home inspectors choose to obtain and maintain a pesticide applicator certification in Category #12, Wood Destroying Pests. To get this certification you must take and pass a closed book CORE exam on basic pesticide safety and an open-book Category 12 Exam on more detailed information on wood destroying pests. To keep this certification--regardless of whether or not you actually apply pesticides--you must have a business license with the appropriate insurance coverage and pay the appropriate fees. In addition, you will need to attend approved meetings to earn a specific number of recertification credits every three years to maintain your certification.

You might want to contact the PA Pest Management Association as they have a course--that's usually only offered once a year--called "Accredited Wood Destroying Insect Inspector." Linda Snyder is the contact at 717-234-8122 or 1-800-842-9090. Another helpful link is the American Society of Home Inspectors.