Requirements for Building Inspectors
The requirements demanded for building inspectors depend on the entity that is doing the hiring and the kind of buildings that are being inspected. Despite this, there are some general requirements that almost all building inspectors must meet.
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Education
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It is required to achieve at least a high school diploma to be a building inspector, although about 31 percent of inspectors have bachelor's degrees as well.
On-the-Job Training
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A potential inspector must spend time being trained by a person who currently is a certified inspector.
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Certification
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Many states and local municipalities require building inspectors to obtain some kind of a certification, although the certification required varies from place to place.
Expereince
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Many employers prefer that building inspectors have formal training and experience working in construction.
Health
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A building inspector must be in good health so that he can climb on and around structures to inspect them.
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