Utah Roofer License Requirements

Official classification: S280 Roofing Contractor · Issued by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL).

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In Utah, roofers must hold the S280 Roofing Contractor, issued by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL), and no state surety bond is required. Full requirements — experience, exams, fees, insurance, renewal and reciprocity — are detailed below.

How to become a licensed roofer in Utah

Follow these steps to earn your S280 Roofing Contractor. Every figure is verified against the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL); full detail for each step is further down the page.

Build the required experience. General contractor experience pathway: at least 4,000 hours (2 years) of paid construction work experience, or an accepted alternative (prior Utah qualifier, construction-management degree, professional engineer, or NASCLA exam).
Pass the Utah Business and Law exam (specialty roofing generally does not require a separate trade exam beyond the Business and Law exam) exam. Providers, passing scores and fees are in the Exams section below.
Secure your surety bond. Utah requires No flat state license bond. Financial responsibility must be demonstrated; a surety bond is required only if the applicant fails it. Conditional minimum $15,000 for specialty classifications (R156-55a-602).
Line up insurance. You'll need liability insurance (Required: minimum $1,000,000 per incident and $3,000,000 aggregate (DOPL listed as certificate holder)), and workers' compensation coverage.
Clear the background check. No routine fingerprint background check; DOPL reviews criminal history via its Criminal History Guidelines.
Meet the credit / financial requirement. No credit-score requirement; financial responsibility must be demonstrated (see bond).
Submit your application and fees. Apply through the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — $175 (primary classification) application fee, plus a Included in application fee license fee. Processing time: Variable; DOPL does not publish a guaranteed processing time.
Keep the license active. Renew every 2 years (expires Nov 30 of odd years)., completing 6 CE hours per renewal (3 must be taught live). A 25-hour pre-licensure course is required before initial licensure.

Utah roofer license lookup

To confirm a roofer is properly licensed in Utah — or to check the status of your own license — search the issuing agency's official license database. The record shows whether the license is active and in good standing.

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License types

S280 Roofing Contractor — Application and installation of asphalt, pitch, tar, felt, flax, shakes, shingles, roof tile, slate, and related waterproofing materials

Requirements at a glance

Experience required	General contractor experience pathway: at least 4,000 hours (2 years) of paid construction work experience, or an accepted alternative (prior Utah qualifier, construction-management degree, professional engineer, or NASCLA exam).
Application fee	$175 (primary classification)
License fee	Included in application fee
Renewal fee	$128
Renewal period	Every 2 years (expires Nov 30 of odd years).
Continuing education	6 CE hours per renewal (3 must be taught live). A 25-hour pre-licensure course is required before initial licensure.
Bond required	No flat state license bond. Financial responsibility must be demonstrated; a surety bond is required only if the applicant fails it. Conditional minimum $15,000 for specialty classifications (R156-55a-602).
Liability insurance	Required: minimum $1,000,000 per incident and $3,000,000 aggregate (DOPL listed as certificate holder)
Property damage	Covered within the general liability policy
Workers' comp	Required if you have employees, or a Workers' Compensation Coverage Waiver from the Utah Labor Commission
Background check	No routine fingerprint background check; DOPL reviews criminal history via its Criminal History Guidelines.
Credit requirement	No credit-score requirement; financial responsibility must be demonstrated (see bond).
Reciprocity	None
Processing time	Variable; DOPL does not publish a guaranteed processing time.

Exams

Utah Business and Law exam (specialty roofing generally does not require a separate trade exam beyond the Business and Law exam)	Provider: Prov (provexam.com) · Passing: Not publicly disclosed · Fee: Not publicly disclosed

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Local / municipal notes

No separate individual journeyman/master license exists for roofing; the S280 contractor license governs.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Utah roofer license cost?

Application: $175 (primary classification). License: Included in application fee. Renewal: $128.

How do I look up a roofer license in Utah?

Search the official license database at secure.utah.gov. The record shows whether the license is active and in good standing.

Do roofers in Utah need a surety bond?

No flat state license bond. Financial responsibility must be demonstrated; a surety bond is required only if the applicant fails it. Conditional minimum $15,000 for specialty classifications (R156-55a-602).

What experience is required for a Utah roofer license?

General contractor experience pathway: at least 4,000 hours (2 years) of paid construction work experience, or an accepted alternative (prior Utah qualifier, construction-management degree, professional engineer, or NASCLA exam).

Is insurance required for roofers in Utah?

Liability: Required: minimum $1,000,000 per incident and $3,000,000 aggregate (DOPL listed as certificate holder) Workers' compensation: Required if you have employees, or a Workers' Compensation Coverage Waiver from the Utah Labor Commission

How often must a Utah roofer license be renewed?

Every 2 years (expires Nov 30 of odd years).. Continuing education: 6 CE hours per renewal (3 must be taught live). A 25-hour pre-licensure course is required before initial licensure.

Fees and rules change frequently (often annually). This page was last verified on 2026-06-19 — always confirm current requirements directly with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) before applying. This is not legal advice.