Pave a New Career Path as a Home Inspector

Kaplan Home Inspection School

Home Inspector Education

Kaplan Real Estate Education offers a comprehensive home inspector training curriculum to equip you with the knowledge you'll need to excel in this highly specialized field. We employ many industry experts who are practicing home inspectors themselves, so they know what it takes to help you - whether to prepare for the national exam or build a successful business.

Launch Your Home Inspection Career Category

Launch Your Home Inspection Career

Need your home inspector license, home inspector certification, or want professional development?

While only certain states mandate specific home inspection courses prior to taking the national exam, experienced home inspectors in any state can benefit from Kaplan's professional training courses. Use them to expand your industry knowledge and better serve your clients. 

Many people do not realize the skills needed to become a home inspector, nor the liabilities associated with this career choice. Real estate agents and homeowners want to know that the inspector they hire is properly qualified and will do a thorough inspection. 

Home Inspection Reporting Software

Invest in Home Inspection Reporting Software

Are you looking for a fast, easy way to make your own home inspection reports and edit your inspection photos? Horizon Inspection Software gives you all this and more. This software not only helps you produce professional looking home inspection reports, but it also features work order, scheduling, archiving, and report/account components.

Paper Home Inspection Forms

Access Home Inspection Report Forms

Kaplan's MATRIX Advantage and MATRIX Deluxe inspection reporting systems keep your paperwork straightforward. You'll be able to inspect and report using methodology that's been field-tested time and again with great success. Our comprehensive reporting systems can empower you to start building the repeat business you need for a successful career in home inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions
Common problems home inspection professionals see on-site often relate to the property's major systems and components; including the structural aspects, roofing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. Specific problems can include old roofing shingles that need to be replaced, foundation issues, drainage issues, plumbing problems, and pest infestations.
Home Inspection Resource Center

Get the latest home inspector industry news and career information.

Still Have Questions? Make an Appointment

Kaplan can help you learn where to start and ensure you have what you need to earn your home inspection license. Schedule a time to talk to one of our home inspection experts and have all your questions answered—for free.

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