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10 of the Most Popular Types of Building Inspector Jobs in 2026

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To become a building inspector, you don’t necessarily need a bachelor’s degree, but some organizations want you to have one. If you do not have a degree, you should focus on getting relevant experience. At least two years of experience should help you, provided that your background is in a building trade. This can be carpentry, electrical wiring, plumbing, or a related field. After gaining the right qualifications, you need to become certified by the International Code Council, which allows you to learn building codes. Most states require you to have certification.

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Top Types Of Building Inspector Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Building Inspector positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

  • Icc B1 Inspector

    Salary range: $38,500 - $65,500

    Icc B1 Inspector is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Icc B1 Inspector jobs pay between $38,500 (25th percentile) and $65,500 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Icc B1 Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Caltrans Inspector

    Salary range: $38,500 - $65,500

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  • Icc Building Inspector

    Salary range: $54,000 - $81,000

    Icc Building Inspector is a typical job search query Most salaries for Icc Building Inspector jobs pay between $54,000 (25th percentile) and $81,000 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Icc Building Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • School Inspector

    Salary range: $38,500 - $63,500

    School Inspector is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for School Inspector jobs pay between $38,500 (25th percentile) and $63,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for School Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Architectural Inspector

    Salary range: $122,500 - $127,500

    As an architectural inspector, your responsibilities include inspecting a building, renovation, or demolition project to analyze costs and maintain quality control. You are expected to conform to client plans and specifications, using proper construction methods and approved materials. You are responsible for inspecting and testing architecture and finishes such as walls, drywall, and doors. You also determine if field changes are necessary. Other duties include helping resolve change orders, conducting final site inspections, and composing a final inspection report. You are expected to document daily activities and inspections accurately. You also participate in pre-bid meetings to conduct site reviews, look over drawings, and make recommendations to ensure state and local compliance regulations.

  • Icc Certified Plan Examiner

    Salary range: $48,000 - $69,500

    Icc Certified Plan Examiner is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Icc Certified Plan Examiner jobs pay between $48,000 (25th percentile) and $69,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Icc Certified Plan Examiner job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • No Experience Home Inspector

    Salary range: $40,000 - $62,500

    No Experience Home Inspector is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for No Experience Home Inspector jobs pay between $40,000 (25th percentile) and $62,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for No Experience Home Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Government Inspector

    Salary range: $38,500 - $63,500

    Government Inspector is a typical job search query Most salaries for Government Inspector jobs pay between $38,500 (25th percentile) and $63,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Government Inspector job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Far Inspections

    Salary range: $33,500 - $48,000

    Far Inspections is a common job search query. Most salaries for Far Inspections jobs pay between $33,500 (25th percentile) and $48,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Far Inspections job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Airworthiness Inspector

    Salary range: $64,000 - $84,500

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