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The procedures for obtaining an Roofing license can vary widely depending on location. Our state-by-state look at the requirements helps demystify the process.
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Roofing Licensing Requirements for All 50 States
Working in roofing offers a blend of job stability, physical activity, and career growth for individuals interested in a skilled trade.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median pay for roofers in the U.S. is $50,030 per year or $24.05 per hour. The roofing industry also provides real job security, with the industry projected to add 13,600 new jobs by 2033.
Many states don’t provide a state-issued roofing license, and instead require anyone performing roofing work to obtain a contractor or home improvement license. Requirements vary widely from state to state, so make sure to check local regulations in the city where you intend to work.
This helpful guide provides a state-by-state breakdown of roofing licensing requirements in all 50 states.
Alabama
To legally perform roofing work valued over $2,500 in the state of Alabama, you must obtain licensure from the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board (HBLB).
Alabama offers two license classifications that allow you to perform roofing work, Residential Roofer license and Residential Home Builders Unlimited license.
The Residential Home Builders Unlimited license is a comprehensive contracting license that allows you to perform construction work, including roofing work, without obtaining a separate roofing license. The Residential Roofer license allows you to perform roofing work only. Both licenses require candidates to fill out an application, obtain a permit bond, and pay licensing and application fees.
The Residential Roofer license requires one year of on-the-job experience in order to qualify for licensure but does not require an examination. The licensing and processing fees total $250.
The Residential Home Builders Unlimited license requires you to pass an exam administered by Prov to qualify for licensing and pay $350 in fees.
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Alaska
Alaska requires a Specialty Contractor license to legally perform roofing work. Licenses are issued by the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development — Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing.
To become licensed, you must fill out the Specialty Contractor application and pay the $100 application fee and $250 registration fee. Additional requirements include showing proof of current general liability insurance and workers’ compensation insurance, obtaining a surety bond worth at least $10,000, establishing a trust account with the state of Alaska, and completing the Alaska Craftsman Home Program.
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Arizona
Arizona offers several contractor classifications. Roofers must obtain a Specialty Contractor License, specifically a R-42 Roofing License.
The Arizona Registrar of Contractors (ROC) issues all contractor licenses in the state.
You must first demonstrate four years of work experience before you can submit the Contractor license application form. Additional requirements include paying the application fee, identifying a qualifying party, and passing a background check.
Applicants also need to pass the Statutes and Rules Exam via GMetrix and the Trade Exam via PSI Exams.
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Arkansas
The state of Arkansas offers several types of licenses for home improvement contractors who work on commercial and residential projects, issued by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board.
In most cases, roofers either obtain a Home Improvement license and Residential Roofing Registration or one of the two following licenses: Residential Builder or Residential Remodeler license.
Note: You don’t need to obtain a Residential Roofing Registration if you hold a valid Residential Builders or Residential Remodelers License.
All license classifications require you to complete an application, pay a filing fee, and submit required documentation, including registration as a corporation, LLC, LP, or LLP, and proof of workers’ compensation insurance if you plan to hire employees.
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California
California requires any person who performs roofing work over $500 to obtain a class C-39 Roofing Contractor license, which is a type of specialty contractor license.
The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), a division of the Department of Consumer Affairs, issues California roofing licenses.
To begin the process, you must demonstrate four years of work experience. Part of the work experience requirements can be waived if you complete an AAS degree in a related field.
Other requirements include completing the application for Original Contractor license and selecting the appropriate classification, passing both the Law and Business and Trade exams, obtaining a contractor bond in the amount of $25,000 from a surety bond company licensed through the California Department of Insurance, and paying the $450 application fee and $200 initial license fee.
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Colorado
Colorado doesn’t require a general contractor license for roofing at the state level. However, many cities have contractor license requirements within their jurisdictions.
Denver requires a Specialty Class D certificate, referred to as a Supervisor certificate, and a Contractor’s license for commercial and residential roofing work. The Supervisor certificate must be obtained prior to the Contractor’s license. The Denver Community Planning and Development agency issues all contractor licenses.
In Denver, you must meet experience requirements, fill out the online application, pay the $60 certificate fee, fill out a Supervisor Statement of Responsibility, apply online for the contractor license, and pay a $250 license fee.
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Connecticut
There’s no specific roofing license in Connecticut, but the state requires individuals and businesses to register with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) if they perform contracting work on residential properties costing more than $200 or commercial properties meeting specific guidelines.
Contractor registrations for roofers include:
Home Improvement Contractor: This registration includes home improvement construction on roofs and other parts of the home.
Major Contractor: Roofers working on commercial buildings must register with the DCP as a major contractor.
Both licenses require you to register with the Connecticut Secretary of State’s Office, obtain liability insurance, pay an application fee, and submit an application online.
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Delaware
Delaware doesn’t offer a state-issued roofing license. To legally perform roofing work, you need to obtain a Construction Contractors Certificate from the Delaware Department of Labor Office of Contractor Registration.
The requirements to obtain the certificate include registering your business and obtaining a Delaware business license, developing an OSHA-approved safety plan, purchasing workers’ compensation insurance, and listing any previous labor law or fraud violations.
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Florida
The state of Florida requires a license for roofing work. Licenses are issued through the Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR). Specifically, the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) regulates the construction industry and issues construction licenses. There are both Certified Contractor (CC) and Registered Contractor (RC) designations for roofing contractors in Florida.
The CC Roofing Contractor license requires individuals to first take and pass a state certification examination. Applicants are required to have four years of experience or a combination of college and experience.
The RC Roofing Contractor license allows applicants to skip the state certification examination, but they must show proof of possessing a certificate of competency from a local licensing authority instead.
After applying for licensure and passing the exam, additional requirements include passing a criminal background check, providing proof of financial stability by submitting a FICO-derived credit score, obtaining public liability and property damage insurance, and paying the application fee.
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Georgia
Georgia doesn’t offer a state-issued roofing license. However, many roofers pursue a Residential Basic Contractor license, Residential Light Commercial Contractor license, or General Contractor license to enhance credibility. All licenses are issued by the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, a division of the Georgia Secretary of State.
Residential Basic license holders may not perform commercial work. Residential Light Commercial license holders are permitted to do commercial work on structures under four stories and less than 25,000 square feet. General Contractors have no restrictions.
The General Contractor and Residential Light Commercial Contractor licenses require four years of documented work experience and passing the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA) exam and Business and Law exam. Residential Basic Contractors must demonstrate two years of work experience and pass the Residential Basic Contractor exam and Business and Law exam.
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Hawaii
Hawaii requires roofers to obtain a specialty contractor license, specifically the C-42 Roofing Contractor license, issued by the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs.
To qualify for licensure, you need to obtain four years of supervisory experience within the last 10 years, pass both the Business and Law exam and C-42 Roofing Contractor exam with a score of 75% or higher, provide proof of insurance and a credit report, and submit the licensing application.
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Idaho
Idaho doesn’t offer a roofing license, and the state’s laws are pretty lax compared to other states. The Idaho Contractor Registration Act requires any business that charges $2,000 or more for work that improves, changes, or demolishes a property to register with the Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses.
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Illinois
Illinois requires a state-issued Roofing Contractor license to perform roofing work. The license is issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
The IDFPR offers a Limited Roofing license to contractors who perform roofing only on residential properties consisting of eight units or fewer and an Unlimited Roofing license to contractors whose roofing business is unlimited in nature and includes roofing on residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
The license requirements for both license classifications are nearly identical. They require a surety bond, proof of property damage insurance of at least $250,000 and general liability insurance of at least $500,000, workers’ compensation insurance, designation of a qualifying party, an examination, an application, and a $125 non-refundable application fee.
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Indiana
Indiana doesn’t require a roofing license at the state level. There is no general Indiana contractor license, and Indiana only licenses plumbing contractors at the state level. However, many cities and counties require a contractor license for anyone who installs or removes a roof on a residential home or commercial property.
In Indianapolis, the Department of Business and Neighborhood Services issues a General Contractor license for any business that performs roofing work in Marion County.
After completing the licensing application, you need to provide proof of business registration with the Indiana Secretary of State, obtain a business license and insurance certificate, purchase a surety bond in the minimum amount of $10,000 and general liability insurance with a minimum of $500,000, and show proof of workers’ compensation insurance.
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Iowa
Iowa doesn’t offer a roofing license but does require all individuals and businesses performing construction work who earn over $2,000 a year to register with the Iowa Division of Labor as a Construction Contractor.
Applicants can register as an Iowa Construction Contractor online. The steps include obtaining an unemployment insurance number (even if you don’t have employees), completing an application, obtaining a Certificate of Relief from the Iowa Insurance Division, and paying a $50 licensing fee.
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Kansas
While there’s no specific roofing license in Kansas, the Kansas Roofing Registration Act requires roofers to obtain a Roofing Contractor Registration certificate from the Kansas Attorney General to legally provide commercial or residential roofing services for a fee.
Certain cities and counties also have contractor licensing requirements for roofers, including:
Lawrence, Kansas: Requires a Class D Roofing Contractor license
Johnson County, Kansas: Requires a Class DR Roofing Contractor license
Sedgwick County and Wichita, Kansas: Require a Class A General Contractor license, Class B Building Contractor license, or Class C Residential Contractor license, depending on the structure
Make sure to check local contractor license requirements in the city or town where you intend to perform roofing work.
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Kentucky
No Kentucky state license is required for roofing, but many roofers seek certification from the Kentucky Roofing Contractors Association (KRCA) to demonstrate their commitment to providing quality workmanship.
The KRCA issues roofing certifications to contractors who demonstrate:
Minimum $1 million general liability insurance
Workers’ compensation insurance
Minimum $10,000 judgment bond
Commitment to the KRCA Code of Ethics
Participation in extensive continuing education
Some cities and counties also require local licensing to install or remove a roof on a residential home or commercial property.
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Louisiana
Louisiana requires roofing contractors to obtain a license or registration, depending on the size of projects they perform.
A Commercial license is required for commercial contractors completing commercial projects of $50,000 or more in value.
A Residential license is required for contractors completing projects of $75,000 or more in value.
Home improvement contractors who perform residential projects valued higher than $7,500 but less than $75,000 are required to register with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors.
Both licenses require you to complete an application, provide a financial statement showing a minimum net worth of $10,000, and pass the required examinations.
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Maine
Maine doesn’t offer a statewide roofing license or general contracting license, but some municipalities enforce local regulations for roofers. For example, Bangor and Lewiston require a permit to work on construction projects.
Additionally, roofers who work with asbestos must obtain a certification from the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
View the full Maine Roofing Licensing Requirements.
Maryland
Maryland doesn’t offer a state license for roofers or general contractors. Most people who perform residential roofing work obtain a Home Improvement license.
The Maryland Home Improvement Commission, a subdivision of the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR), licenses and regulates home improvement contractors in the state.
To qualify for licensure, you must first obtain two years of experience doing home improvement work. Then, you can take the licensing examination administered by PSI Exams. Other requirements include registering your business with the Maryland Department of Assessment and Taxation, providing proof of financial solvency, and obtaining a credit report and liability insurance.
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Massachusetts
Massachusetts requires any contractor who performs roofing services to obtain a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) registration and a Construction Supervisor license (CSL).
The Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation issues Home Improvement Contractor registrations, while the Office of Public Safety and Inspections issues Construction Supervisor licenses.
To register as a Home Improvement Contractor, you must register as an individual, proprietorship, partnership, or corporation with the Massachusetts Secretary of State. Other steps include completing the HIC registration application, paying a $150 registration fee, and contributing to the state Guaranty Fund.
To obtain the Construction Supervisor license, you must demonstrate three years of full-time work on construction projects, complete the license application, submit the exam registration form to Prometric, and pay the $150 license fee.
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Michigan
Roofing contractors working in Michigan must hold a Residential Builder or Residential Maintenance and Alteration Contractor license issued by the Bureau of Construction Codes (BCC), under the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).
License requirements are similar for both license types. Applicants need to maintain a business in Michigan, complete 60 hours of approved prelicensure education, submit an application, and pass an exam.
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Minnesota
In Minnesota, residential contractors who perform roofing work must be licensed as a Residential Roofer, Residential Building Contractor, or Residential Remodeler. Licenses are issued by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.
License requirements include registering your business with the Minnesota Secretary of State, passing an exam, completing the license application, submitting the background disclosure form, and paying the $180 license fee.
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Mississippi
Roofers performing work on commercial jobs over $50,000 or residential roofing projects over $10,000 are required to be licensed by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). Mississippi offers multiple classifications of Commercial and Residential Contractor licenses.
Obtaining a roofing license in Mississippi requires filling out a Commercial or Residential application and passing the appropriate exams. All applicants must take the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam. A general building contractor may choose to take the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building or the Mississippi Building Construction exam.
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Missouri
There are no statewide Missouri contractor licensing requirements for roofers. However, all businesses must register with the Secretary of State.
Several cities and counties in Missouri require a general contractor license for anyone who installs or removes a roof on a residential home or commercial property.
For example, the City of St. Louis requires all contractors to obtain a Construction Industry Contractor Graduated Business license, while Kansas City contractors need to be licensed through the Kansas City Department of Planning and Development. Make sure to check local regulations in your city or county.
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Montana
Any general contractor or subcontractor who performs roofing work must register as a Construction Contractor or Independent Contractor with the Montana Department of Labor and Industry (DLI).
You need a Montana Construction Contractor license if you perform any type of roofing work and have employees or subcontractors. The Construction Contractor license is issued by the Construction Contractor Registration Unit, a division of the DLI.
The Independent Contractor license is intended for individuals who perform roofing work and have no employees. The license is issued by the Independent Contractor Central Unit, also a division of the DLI.
Construction Contractor requirements include completing the Construction Contractor application, registering your business entity with the Montana Secretary of State’s office, providing proof of workers’ compensation insurance, and paying the $70 license application fee.
Independent Contractor requirements include completing the Application for Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate, submitting the Waiver of Workers’ Compensation Benefits, and paying the $125 application fee.
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Nebraska
Nebraska offers no specific roofing licensing, but the Nebraska Contractor Registration Act requires general contractors and subcontractors to register with the Nebraska Department of Labor.
Additionally, many cities and counties have their own contractor licensing requirements. For example, the City of Omaha requires contractors doing exterior rehab or repair work to submit their qualification information to the City of Omaha Planning Department, Housing and Community Development Division and obtain a Class E Contractor license.
Make sure to check local licensing requirements in the county where you intend to work.
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Nevada
The state of Nevada requires a C-15 Roofing and Siding Contractor license or C-15a Roofing license to legally perform roofing work. Licenses are issued by the Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB).
Nevada roofers seeking a C-15 license need to:
Register your business with the Nevada Secretary of State’s office and receive a Nevada Business ID.
Make an account on the Nevada State Contractors Board website.
Fill out a license application and pay the nonrefundable $300 application fee.
Attach the required documents.
Pass the Business and Law exam and Trade exams: Contractor Management Survey and C15 or C15-a Roofing exam.
Pay the $600 fee for a two-year license.
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New Hampshire
Roofing contractors in New Hampshire don’t need a state license to work, but they may need a license from the city or county where they operate. Make sure to check the local licensing laws in the city or town where you plan to work.
Note: One exception applies for roofers who work with asbestos. If your roofing company handles asbestos, you need to obtain an Asbestos Abatement Contractor license.
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New Jersey
In New Jersey, there is no general roofing or contractor license. Instead, you must register as a Home Improvement Contractor or Home Repair Contractor with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, located in Newark.
To get started, fill out the Home Improvement or Home Repair Contractor application, provide the required documentation, and pay the registration fee. Neither registration requires you to pass an examination.
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New Mexico
Roofing in New Mexico requires a GS-21 Roofing license from the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (NMRLD) Construction Industries Division (CID).
The GS-21 Roofing license requirements include:
Demonstrate two years of work experience in the industry or two years of related education from an accredited university.
Submit a completed qualifying party (QP) application and work experience affidavit to PSI with a $36 fee.
Schedule open-book exams with PSI: GS-21 Roofing exam and the New Mexico Business and Law exam.
Submit the license application and required documentation.
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New York
New York doesn't provide a state-issued roofing or general contractor license. However, many cities and towns have their own licensing requirements for roofers.
Nassau County requires roofers to obtain a Home Improvement Contractor license from the Department of Consumer Affairs.
In New York City, you need to obtain a Home Improvement Contractor’s license from the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP). To get started in NYC, you need to complete the license application, submit the required documentation, pass the Home Improvement Contractor licensing exam, and pay the licensing fee.
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North Carolina
The state of North Carolina requires a General Contractor license to perform work valued at $30,000 or more. Licenses are issued through the North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors.
There are multiple classifications for the General Contractor license, including Specialty Contractor-Roofing, Building Contractor, and Residential Contractor.
To get started, submit the license application online, which requires an application fee and audited financial statement showing you meet financial requirements. Then register for the licensing exam, administered by PSI Services.
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North Dakota
North Dakota doesn’t offer a state-issued roofing license and instead requires a General Contractor license, issued by the Secretary of State, to perform roofing work over $4,000.
North Dakota’s licensing laws are fairly lenient. There is no examination or required training, but you do need to fill out an application and provide proof of liability insurance.
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Ohio
There is no Ohio contractor license required for a roofing professional. Businesses just need to register with the Secretary of State.
However, many cities and counties have their own local licensing requirements. Make sure to check location regulations wherever you intend to work.
For example, the City of Columbus requires a General Contractor license for commercial roofing work and a Home Improvement Limited Contractor license for residential roofing work. Both are issued by the Department of Building and Zoning Services.
The City of Cincinnati and City of Cleveland both require contractor registration for all contractors performing work in city limits.
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Oklahoma
Oklahoma doesn’t offer a state-issued roofing license. However, roofing contractors must register with the Oklahoma Construction Industries Board.
To become registered, you need to complete the application, demonstrate proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and pay the $75 registration fee.
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Oregon
While Oregon doesn’t offer a specific license for roofers, the state requires anyone who performs construction-related work for compensation to obtain a Residential or Commercial Contractor license. Licensing for contractors is handled by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB).
To become eligible for licensure, you must complete at least 16 hours of CCB-approved training. This training covers business practices, laws, and regulations. After completing the training, you must pass the Oregon Contractors Exam, which tests your knowledge of construction law, business practices, and safety regulations.
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Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania requires anyone making over $5,000 a year in contracting work to register as a Home Improvement Contractor with the Pennsylvania State Attorney General’s Office. To get started, complete the Home Improvement Contractor Registration form online. You also need to register your business with the state and obtain at least $50,000 in general liability insurance.
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Rhode Island
To perform roofing work in Rhode Island, you must obtain a Commercial Roofing license from the Rhode Island Contractors’ Registration and Licensing Board (CRLB).
To qualify for licensure, you must:
Submit documentation of completion of the licensing exam via PSI.
Obtain $2 million certificate of liability insurance.
Obtain a certificate of workers’ compensation insurance.
Obtain a business ID.
Pay the $400 license fee.
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South Carolina
In South Carolina, a General Contractor’s license is required to perform more than $10,000 of construction work. There are different classifications of General Contractor licenses in South Carolina. Roofing requires a General Contractor license with the specialty subclassification of Roofing. All licenses are issued by the South Carolina Contractor’s Licensing Board.
To become eligible for licensure, you need to demonstrate two years of verifiable work experience. Other requirements include completing an application, submitting a financial statement prepared by a CPA, passing the licensing exam via PSI, and paying the licensing fee.
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South Dakota
South Dakota doesn’t require roofing contractor licenses at the state level, but many cities and counties require a business license for contractors who perform roofing work. Make sure to check local regulations of the city or county where you intend to work.
South Dakota requires all contractors, whether building, remodeling, or repairing property, to hold a state Contractor's Excise Tax license from the South Dakota Department of Revenue.
Roofing contractor licenses in the City of Sioux Falls include:
Residential roofing and repair contractor license: This license is for contractors performing shingling, siding, or window and door replacement with no structural changes on residential single- and two-family dwellings and townhomes within the city.
In Rapid City, contractor licenses include:
Roofing contractor, Class R
Residential contractor, Class B
Commercial contractor, Class A
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Tennessee
While Tennessee doesn’t offer a roofing-specific state license, a Contractor’s license is required to bid on jobs worth $25,000 or more. All general contractors and subcontractors who perform roofing work must obtain a Contractor’s license from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors.
A Home Improvement license is required for residential remodeling projects costing $3,000 to less than $25,000 (total cost of contract, including materials and labor), for the following counties: Bradley, Davidson, Hamilton, Haywood, Knox, Marion, Robertson, Rutherford, and Shelby.
To qualify for licensure, you need to complete the Contractor’s license application and provide proof of previous work experience. Other requirements include submitting the Contractor’s Affidavit form, a letter of reference, Power of Attorney form, and a Financial Statement prepared by a licensed CPA.
You also need to pass the Tennessee Business and Law exam and applicable trade exam and pay the $250 application fee.
View the full Tennessee Roofing Licensing Requirements.
Texas
Roofers in Texas are not required to be licensed through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, which licenses HVAC professionals and electricians. However, the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas (RCAT) offers a voluntary licensing program so contractors can boost consumer confidence and protection.
You must be a principal at a Texas roofing company for at least two years to become licensed with the Roofing Contractors Association of Texas. Other requirements include completing the license application, submitting required documentation (photo copy of Texas driver’s license, certificate of general liability insurance from an insurance company, certificate of workers’ compensation insurance or DWC Form 005) and full payment to the RCAT address found on the application form.
After committee approval, you will receive instruction for taking the required exams, which require a score of 70% or higher.
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Utah
Utah requires a Specialty Contractor license to perform roofing work in the state. The classification for the roofing specialty is S280. Licenses are issued through the Utah Department of Commerce Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL).
There are many general and specialty license classifications in Utah, including a General Contractor license. The B100 General Building Contractor classification qualifies an individual to perform many specialty classifications, including roofing, and has stricter requirements, including taking the Business and Law exam. A roofing contractor only needs the S280 Roofing Contractor license.
Before applying for a S280 Roofing Contractor license, you must complete a 25-hour pre-license course from Associated Builders and Contractors Inc. (ABC), Utah Home Builders Association (UHBA), or Associated General Contractors of Utah (AGC).
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Vermont
Vermont doesn’t issue a roofing or general contractor license at the state level. However, anyone who performs construction work of any type valued over $10,000 must apply for a Residential Contractor license from the Vermont Office of Professional Regulation.
In addition to submitting the license application, you need to obtain liability insurance, submit the Residential Contractor Agreement form, and pass an exam.
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Virginia
Virginia doesn’t offer a state-issued roofing license. If you want to work as a roofer, you need to obtain a Contractor license from the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation.
Virginia provides multiple Contractor license types and classifications that allow you to perform roofing work, including:
Class A contractors: A Class A license is for a contractor business that performs or manages construction, removal, repair, or improvements of a single contract of $120,000 or more, or the total value of projects in a 12-month period is $750,000 or more.
Class B contractors: A Class B license is for a business that performs or manages construction, removal, repair, or improvements of a single contract of $10,000 or more but less than $120,000, or the total value of projects in a 12-month period is $150,000 or more but less than $750,000.
Class C contractors: A Class C license is for a business that performs or manages construction, removal, repair, or improvements of a single contract of $1,000 but no more than $10,000, or the total value of projects in a 12-month period is no more than $150,000.
Commercial Building Contractors (CBC): This classification covers construction, remodeling, repair, improvement, removal, or demolition of commercial, institutional, and governmental buildings or structures, including multi-family housing contracts. It includes several specialties, including roofing contracting.
Residential Building Contractor (RBC): This classification covers the construction, remodeling, repair, improvement, removal, or demolition of residential buildings or structures. It includes several specialties, including roofing contracting.
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Washington
Washington doesn’t offer a roofing license at the state level. Instead, anyone performing roofing work must register as a Contractor with the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries. There are two classifications for Washington contractors: General and Specialty Contractor.
General Contractors can perform most types of construction work and can hire subcontractors. Specialty Contractors “can only perform work in the specialty they are registered in,” which includes roofing.
Licensing requirements include:
Register your business with the Department of Revenue.
Obtain a surety bond or an assignment of savings.
Purchase general liability insurance.
Complete the Application for Contractor Registration.
Pay the $132.60 application fee
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West Virginia
While West Virginia doesn’t offer a specific roofing license, the state requires a General Contractor license to perform construction work valued over $5,000 for residential or $25,000 for commercial work. Licenses are issued by the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board.
Follow these steps to become licensed:
Complete the license application.
Take the licensing exam via Prov.
Register your business with the West Virginia Secretary of State.
Obtain a business registration tax number.
Obtain workers’ compensation and general liability insurance.
View the full West Virginia Roofing Licensing Requirements.
Wisconsin
Wisconsin doesn’t issue roofing contractor licenses. Instead, anyone obtaining building permits needs to obtain a Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor certification and a Dwelling Contractor Qualifier certification.
Some Wisconsin cities and counties require permits for roofing work. You’ll need to check with each locality to find out permitting requirements before performing roofing work.
The State of Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) issues the following licenses for those obtaining building permits for one- and two-family dwellings:
Dwelling contractor or dwelling contractor restricted certification: The contracting business owner, partner, board chairman, or chief executive officer applies for the license on behalf of the contracting business. The restricted license is for businesses using a surety bond of less than $25,000.
Dwelling contractor qualifier: This license allows an individual to obtain building permits.
Follow these steps to obtain a Dwelling Contractor certification:
Submit an online application.
Show proof of workers’ compensation requirements.
Meet unemployment compensation requirements.
Show proof of financial responsibility.
Pay the application fee.
Follow these steps to obtain a Dwelling Contractor Qualifier certification:
Complete at least 12 hours in an approved initial qualifier course in dwelling construction.
Submit an online application.
Pay the application fee.
View the full Wisconsin Roofing Licensing Requirements.
Wyoming
Wyoming doesn’t license roofers or contractors at the state level. Most counties have their own regulations for licensing roofers.
For example, in Cheyenne, the Compliance Department issues eight classifications of Contractor licenses. To become eligible for the lowest license classification, Class S, you need to obtain two years of on-the-job experience. Other requirements include providing two personal reference statements, completing the application, and paying the registration fee.
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