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Maryland Home Inspection Requirements

Maryland requires home inspectors to be state-licensed. Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors sets the standards. Required forms and disclosures for Maryland inspections are below — plus a free template aligned to MD practice.

01 · Licensing

Licensure requirements

Required. 72 hours of education + examination + experience + $50k insurance.

Regulator: Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors

02 · Required forms & disclosures

Required Maryland forms

03 · Maryland-aligned template

Free Maryland home inspection report template

A free home inspection report template structured for Maryland practice — InterNACHI / ASHI-aligned section order, severity-tier defect classification, photo-evidence-pairing, and a one-page summary. Compatible with Maryland's required disclosures.

Maryland inspection FAQ

Do home inspectors need a license in Maryland?

Yes. Required. 72 hours of education + examination + experience + $50k insurance. The regulator is Maryland Commission of Real Estate Appraisers, Appraisal Management Companies, and Home Inspectors.

What forms are required for a Maryland home inspection?

Maryland SOP; Maryland Residential Property Disclosure Statement; Lead Paint Notice (homes pre-1978).

Where can I find a Maryland home inspection report template?

A free Maryland-aligned home inspection report template is available on this page. Download the PDF, edit in Word or Google Docs, or load it into InspectorData for live AI-assisted reporting (90 days free).

Inspect in Maryland? Get the template free.

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