How to get a roofing license in Montana
Edited by John Voll. Last verified .
Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program licenses roofing contractors in Montana. Construction Contractor License not required for a casual, minor or inconsequential job with an aggregate contract price under $2,500, unless the work is part of a larger operation or split up to evade the law.
Who licenses roofing work in Montana
| Credential | State license |
|---|---|
| Board | Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program official statement |
| Official lookup | Search roofing licenses |
| When a license is needed | Construction Contractor License not required for a casual, minor or inconsequential job with an aggregate contract price under $2,500, unless the work is part of a larger operation or split up to evade the law. source |
| License types | Construction Contractor |
How to get licensed
- Apply to CCL as a Construction Contractor.
- Carry applicant must show proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws; no general liability insurance minimum was found. source
- Pay the construction Contractor License application fee of $70, non-refundable: $70. source
- Renews on the anniversary of the issuance date, with renewal opening 60 days before expiration; the official page does not state the term length in years. source
Roofing requirements in Montana
| Exam | No exam requirement found for the Construction Contractor License; the application checklist lists only the application, fee and documentation, but no official statement says there is no exam. |
|---|---|
| Experience | No experience requirement found for the Construction Contractor License on an official source. |
| Bond | No bond requirement found for the Construction Contractor License on an official source. |
| Insurance | Applicant must show proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws; no general liability insurance minimum was found. source |
| Renewal | Renews on the anniversary of the issuance date, with renewal opening 60 days before expiration; the official page does not state the term length in year. source |
| Reciprocity | No reciprocity provision found for the Construction Contractor License on an official source. |
| Fees |
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Questions
- Do you need a roofing license in Montana?
- Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program licenses roofing contractors in Montana. Construction Contractor License not required for a casual, minor or inconsequential job with an aggregate contract price under $2,500, unless the work is part of a larger operation or split up to evade the law.
- How do I check a roofing license in Montana?
- The Montana Department of Labor and Industry, Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program keeps the record for roofing contractors in Montana. Use the official lookup on this page, and treat the board's own record as final.
- How much does a roofing license cost in Montana?
- Construction Contractor License application fee of $70, non-refundable. Construction Contractor License renewal fee of $70.
- How often does a roofing license renew in Montana?
- Renews on the anniversary of the issuance date, with renewal opening 60 days before expiration; the official page does not state the term length in years.
Other trades in Montana
- General contractor license in Montana
- Electrical license in Montana
- Plumbing license in Montana
- HVAC license in Montana
- All Montana trades
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Sources
- https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/construction-contractor/
- https://ebizws.mt.gov/PUBLICPORTAL/searchform?mylist=licenses
- https://archive.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0370/chapter_0450/part_0010/section_0040/0370-0450-0010-0040.html
- https://archive.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0370/chapter_0450/part_0020/section_0010/0370-0450-0020-0010.html
- https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/construction-contractor/License-Information/construction-contractor
This is not a government site. The licensing board's own record governs; always confirm on the official lookup. Information as of October 6, 2026.