Illinois / Home Inspection Certification/License Requirements
Requirements for Home Inspectors in Illinois

PHII is approved to provide the required home inspector education for Illinois. Our online course is approved for the 60 hours of education required by IL Division of Banks & Real Estate.
To become licensed, home inspectors in Illinois must:
1.) Complete 60 hours of approved training
2.) Completed 5 Field Inspection Events (5 ride along inspections with a "five year" licensed Home Inspector).
3.) Completed a Field Exam - a mock report (from ride alongs or similar property) graded by us
4.) Successfully pass the state exam
5.) Submit Application and Fee
CEC
Once you are an inspector, inspectors must complete 12 hours of continuing education (6 hours per year) for each two-year renewal.
Find out more IL information at:
Illinois Home Inspector LicenseCertification Required: YesPHII Approved: YesOther Inspection Requirements for IL:

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Home Inspection Certification/License Information for IllinoisIllinois Div. of Banks and Real Estate Approved
Our Basic Course has been approved by the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (Division of Banks and Real Estate) for the required 60-hours of pre-license education. PHII's Continuing education courses are also approved.
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