Yes: in Rhode Island, home inspectors need a state license issued by the Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board.
Home inspectors in Rhode Island: what buyers ask
How much does a home inspection cost?
No federal agency sets or publishes a home inspection price. HUD says FHA performs none, and EPA says fix radon at 4 pCi/L or more.
What must a seller disclose in Rhode Island?
A Rhode Island seller must give the buyer a written disclosure of all known deficient conditions before any agreement to transfer is signed (R.I. Gen. Laws 5-20.8-2). A violation does not void the sale but carries a civil penalty of up to $1,000 per violation by a seller or agent.
Check a home inspector yourself
- License required · Rhode Island Contractors' Registration and Licensing Board
- Titles you will see: Home inspector
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