Licensed Home Inspector in Florida
If you are considering hiring a home inspector, you should make sure the individual is licensed. There are no licensed companies in Florida, the individual is required to be licensed, so verify the inspector is licensed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
JD Johnson at The Salty Inspector is Florida’s Second Licensed Home inspector (HI2) and Florida Mold Assessor (MRSA1148). As a former 15+ year member, JD had also been certified by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). In 2022, JD received his 20 year membership recognition by the Florida Association of Building Inspectors (FABI).
In 2025, JD became the 47th home inspector in the State of Florida awarded FABI’s highest level of achievement: the Accredited Professional Home Inspector (APHI-47). The Accredited Professional Home Inspector (APHI)™ designation is reserved for highly experienced inspectors who demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and
commitment to excellence in the inspection industry.
