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).
Confirm exam requirements. Utah sets no state trade exam for this license, though your city or county may require one.
Check the insurance rules. Liability: 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' compensation: Required if you have employees, or a Workers' Compensation Coverage Waiver from the Utah Labor Commission.
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. Renewal: 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.

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.

Verify a license now: Search the official secure.utah.gov database →

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	No reciprocity agreements, but Utah issues licenses by endorsement (Utah Code 58-1-302) to applicants licensed in another state with a similar scope of practice, at least one year of experience under that license, and good standing; DOPL publishes the approved jurisdictions. For a contractor license, at least 50% of the ownership must match the out-of-state license. · other states' agreements
Processing time	Variable; DOPL does not publish a guaranteed processing time.

What a Utah roofer license costs

Application fee	$175 (primary classification).
License fee	Included in application fee.
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).
Renewal fee	$128.
Renewal period	Every 2 years (expires Nov 30 of odd years).

Exams

No examination required: Utah requires no division-administered exam for specialty contractor classifications such as S280 Roofing (Utah Code 58-55-302(1)(c)(i))	Provider: — · Passing: — · Fee: —

Renewing a Utah roofer license

The S280 Roofing Contractor renews on a fixed cycle set by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL). Finish the continuing-education requirement before you file — boards generally will not process a renewal without it. Late and lapsed renewals are handled differently by every board, so check the renewal page linked below before the deadline passes.

Renewal period	Every 2 years (expires Nov 30 of odd years).
Renewal fee	$128
Continuing education	6 CE hours per renewal (3 must be taught live). A 25-hour pre-licensure course is required before initial licensure.
Where to renew	Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL)

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). Property damage: Covered within the general liability policy. Workers' compensation: Required if you have employees, or a Workers' Compensation Coverage Waiver from the Utah Labor Commission.

How long does it take to get a Utah roofer license?

Processing time: Variable; DOPL does not publish a guaranteed processing time.

Is a background check required for roofers in Utah?

Background check: No routine fingerprint background check; DOPL reviews criminal history via its Criminal History Guidelines.

Is there a credit or financial requirement for a Utah roofer license?

Credit requirement: No credit-score requirement; financial responsibility must be demonstrated (see bond).

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 2026-09-30 — always confirm current requirements directly with the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) before applying. This is not legal advice.