Roofer license requirements in Florida.
Florida licenses roofing as its own trade through the Construction Industry Licensing Board at DBPR. As with the other CILB trades, a certified roofing contractor license works anywhere in the state, while a registered license only covers the local jurisdiction that tested you.
What Florida requires.
Certified Roofing Contractor
Holds a state certificate of competency and can contract roofing work in any Florida jurisdiction without meeting that jurisdiction’s separate competency requirements.
Registered Roofing Contractor
Registered with the department after meeting the competency requirements of one specific jurisdiction — the license is limited to that jurisdiction.
Getting the Certified Roofing Contractor
- At least four years of relevant field experience, including at least one year in a supervisory capacity
- Accredited college credits can be combined with field experience to meet the four-year requirement, and qualifying military service can count
- Pass the Business and Finance exam and the Roofing General Trade Knowledge exam (80 questions, five hours)
- Submit electronic fingerprints through an approved Livescan provider for the background review
- · The board reviews criminal history and financial records as part of the good-moral-character determination.
The official board
Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) — Department of Business and Professional Regulation
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Florida roofing licensing FAQ.
Do you need a license to do roofing work in Florida?
Yes. Florida licenses roofing as its own trade through the Construction Industry Licensing Board at DBPR. You can hold a certified roofing contractor license, valid statewide, or a registered license limited to the jurisdiction that tested your competency.
What is the difference between a certified and registered roofing contractor in Florida?
A certified roofing contractor holds a state certificate of competency and can work in any Florida jurisdiction. A registered roofing contractor met the competency requirements of one particular jurisdiction and is limited to working there.
How much experience do you need for a Florida roofing license?
Four years of relevant field experience with at least one year in a supervisory role. Accredited college credits can be combined with field experience toward the four years, and qualifying military service may count as well.
What exams does the Florida roofing contractor license require?
Two: a Business and Finance exam and the Roofing General Trade Knowledge exam, which runs 80 questions over five hours.
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