Alaska accepts the National Home Inspector Examination (NHIE) as one of its approved exams. Licensing is handled by the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing. Pre-licensing education: No set pre-licensing hours; applicants must meet the education and experience requirements set by the Department. Insurance: General liability insurance and a $10,000 bond.
Alaska requirements at a glance
| Exam | National Home Inspector Examination, or the ICC residential exams (building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing) |
|---|---|
| License type | Home inspector or associate home inspector (certificate of registration) |
| Pre-licensing education | No set pre-licensing hours; applicants must meet the education and experience requirements set by the Department. |
| Field training / experience | As determined by the Department. |
| Insurance | General liability insurance and a $10,000 bond. |
| Continuing education | 8 hours of approved continuing competency per renewal period; registrations expire June 30 of even-numbered years. |
Other requirements
- Apply within three years of passing the exam (or show the required continuing education).
- No convictions for specified crimes in the past seven years and no prior revocation of inspection authority.
Who regulates home inspectors in Alaska
Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing
(907) 465-2550 · [email protected]
How to prepare for the exam in Alaska
The NHIE is 200 multiple-choice questions (175 scored) with a 4-hour limit, and you need a scaled score of 500 to pass. It is weighted 70% Property Inspection, 20% Analysis & Reporting and 10% Professional Responsibilities, so weight your study the same way. Take a diagnostic practice test first, drill your weakest categories, and sit at least one full timed practice exam before test day.
Summarized from the state regulation summary published by the NHIE's exam board, checked October 2026. Licensing rules change, so confirm current requirements with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing before you apply.