Construction / Roofing Contractor License / Mississippi
- Mississippi
- Roofing Contractor
- Residential & Unlimited
- Updated Oct 2026
How to Get Your Mississippi Roofing Contractor Licenses
The two Mississippi roofing licenses, Residential Roofer and Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding, and what the State Board of Contractors needs for each.
Last updated October 27, 2026 from Mississippi State Board of Contractors requirements
Application fee
$50–$400
$50 Residential Roofer, $400 Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding; plus $240 exams
Exam time
4 hrs
Trade exam + Law & Business, 2 hrs each
Time to get license
Varies
Experience required; amount not stated
Continuing ed
0–2 hrs
2 hrs for Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding; none for Residential Roofer
Overview
Do you need a Mississippi roofing contractor license?
Mississippi licenses roofing through the State Board of Contractors (MSBOC). Residential roofs on homes up to 3 stories fall under the Residential Roofer license, while unlimited roofing and siding work needs the Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding license.
License required when
- You install or repair residential roofs on homes up to 3 stories (Residential Roofer)
- You do unlimited roofing and siding installation and repair (Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding)
- You bid or contract for that roofing work as a business
Common exceptions
- Our source notes don’t list specific exemptions
- Ask MSBOC before you skip licensing for any job
Penalties for unlicensed work
Our source notes don’t list specific penalty amounts. The Board can take enforcement action against anyone contracting without the required license.
Your fast-track Mississippi roofing contractor license checklist
The Mississippi application, one page
- Three reference letters, one from a bank
- List of all projects from the last 3 years
- Liability certificate with MSBOC as holder
- Workers’ comp certificate if 5 or more employees
- Secretary of State good standing (corporations, LLCs, LLPs)
- Passing scores on Law & Business and your trade exam
Types
Mississippi roofing contractor license types and classifications
Choose based on the work you do. Both licenses require the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam plus a trade exam.
RES
Homes
Residential Roofer
Installation and repair of residential roofs on residences up to 3 stories.
Exam
Law & Business + Residential Roofer
Limit
Up to 3 stories
RSMS
Unlimited
Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding
Unlimited roofing and siding installation and repair.
Exam
Law & Business + Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding
Limit
Unlimited
Requirements
Mississippi roofing contractor license requirements, class by class
The application paperwork is the same for both licenses. The difference is the trade exam and continuing education.
| Requirement | Residential Roofer | Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding |
|---|---|---|
| Reference letters | 3 (1 from a bank) | 3 (1 from a bank) |
| Project history | All projects, last 3 years | All projects, last 3 years |
| General liability | Certificate, MSBOC as holder | Certificate, MSBOC as holder |
| Workers’ comp | If 5 or more employees | If 5 or more employees |
| Exams | Law & Business + Residential Roofer | Law & Business + RSMS trade |
| Continuing ed | None | 2 hrs per renewal (issued July 1, 2015 or later) |
Steps
How to get your Mississippi roofing contractor license, step by step
- Pick your licenseBefore you start
Residential Roofer covers homes up to 3 stories. Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding covers unlimited roofing and siding work. - Gather your paperworkBefore you apply
Three reference letters (one from a bank), a list of all projects from the last 3 years, a liability certificate naming MSBOC, workers’ comp if you have 5 or more employees, and Secretary of State good standing for corporations, LLCs and LLPs. - Apply to MSBOC for pre-approvalBefore exam day
Submit your application to the Board. It notifies PSI of your eligibility, and PSI emails you a confirmation. - Pass your exams with PSIExam day
Book Law and Business Management plus your trade exam. Both are open book, 2 hours each, 70% to pass. - Board approvalAfter you pass
PSI reports your results to the Board, which processes your application and notifies you when your license is active.
Exam
What to expect on the Mississippi roofing contractor exam
You take two open-book exams: Mississippi Law and Business Management, and the trade exam for your license. Approved references can be tabbed and highlighted.
Format
Open book
Questions
60 + 50
Passing score
70% (42/60, 35/50)
Exam vendor
PSI
Scoring & content
- Trade exam: 60 questions, 2 hours, 42 correct to pass
- Law and Business Management: 50 questions, 120 minutes, 35 correct to pass
- Residential Roofer topics: materials, roof coverings, roof drainage, rooftop structures, safety
- Law and Business topics: licensing, estimating, lien law, finances, tax and labor law, contracts, risk
- References may be tabbed and highlighted
Retake policy
- Retest as many times as you need within 6 months of eligibility
- Each attempt costs $120 per exam portion, the same as the first try
- If you don’t pass within 6 months, you reapply with the Board
- Contact PSI at 855-557-0619 about rescheduling and retakes
- Board pre-approval is required before scheduling
Exam references · Open book
The Mississippi roofing exams are open book, and you can tab and highlight the approved references and use them during the test. The list covers the Residential Roofer exam, the commercial Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding exam and the Law and Business Management exam that both licenses require.
| Book | Edition | Use |
|---|---|---|
| International Building Code (IBC) — both roofing exams | 2021 | Allowed in exam |
| OSHA 1926: Construction Industry Regulations — both roofing exams | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Roofing Construction & Estimating, Revised — both roofing exams | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep-Slope Roof Systems — both roofing exams | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| International Residential Code (IRC) — Residential Roofer exam | 2021 | Allowed in exam |
| Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Edition — Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding exam | 2016 | Allowed in exam |
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roofing Systems — Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems — Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| Standard Practice for Installation of Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Siding and Soffit — Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding exam | Not stated | Allowed in exam |
| NASCLA Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Mississippi Edition — Law and Business Management exam | 6th edition | Allowed in exam |
Prep
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Costs
How much does a Mississippi roofing contractor license cost?
| Item | Type | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee: Residential Roofer (residential) | Fixed | $50 |
| Application fee: Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding (commercial) | Fixed | $400 |
| Law and Business exam (PSI) | Fixed | $120 |
| Trade exam (PSI) | Fixed | $120 |
| Reference books | Variable | Varies |
| Liability and workers’ comp | Variable | Varies |
| State fees and exams | Excludes insurance and books | $290–$640 |
Fees from the MSBOC fee schedule, the MSBOC residential and commercial applications and the PSI Mississippi contractor candidate bulletin, checked October 2026.
Reciprocity
Does Mississippi accept out-of-state roofing contractor licenses?
Mississippi has reciprocity agreements with 5 states. Our source doesn’t say exactly what each one waives, so confirm with MSBOC.
South Carolina — reciprocity agreement
Check with MSBOC for which exams are waived.
Louisiana — reciprocity agreement
Check with MSBOC for which exams are waived.
Tennessee — reciprocity agreement
Check with MSBOC for which exams are waived.
Arkansas — reciprocity agreement
Check with MSBOC for which exams are waived.
Alabama — reciprocity agreement
Check with MSBOC for which exams are waived.
All other states — no agreement
Apply as a new applicant and take both exams.
Local
Do Mississippi cities and counties have their own roofing contractor licensing rules?
Your license comes from the state Board, but local building departments still handle permits and inspections.
State handles
- Residential Roofer and Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding licenses
- Exam pre-approval, with exams run by PSI
- Insurance and reference requirements
- Renewal and continuing education
City & county handle
- Building permits
- Inspections
- Local business licenses, where they apply
Governance
Who regulates roofing contractors in Mississippi
Oversight responsibilities
- Issues and renews roofing licenses
- Pre-approves applicants for PSI exams
- Must be listed as certificate holder on your liability policy
- Sets continuing education for renewal
Maintenance
How to renew your Mississippi roofing contractor license and keep it active
Residential Roofer licenses need no continuing education right now. Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015 need 2 hours each renewal.
Renewal cycle
Not stated
CE hours
0–2
Renewal fee
$100–$400
Late penalty
$10–$50
FAQ
Mississippi roofing contractor license FAQs
Which Mississippi roofing license do I need?
Residential Roofer covers residential roofs on homes up to 3 stories. Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding covers unlimited roofing and siding installation and repair.
How many exams do I take?
Two: Mississippi Law and Business Management, plus the trade exam for your license. Both are open book through PSI.
What score do I need to pass?
42 out of 60 on the trade exam and 35 out of 50 on Law and Business, which is 70% on each.
What references does the application need?
Three reference letters. One must come from a bank or financial institution, and the others from people you’ve worked with on construction projects.
Is continuing education required?
Not for Residential Roofer. Roofing, Sheet Metal & Siding licenses issued on or after July 1, 2015 need 2 hours each renewal.
Does Mississippi have roofing reciprocity?
Mississippi has reciprocity agreements with South Carolina, Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas and Alabama. Check with MSBOC for what’s waived.
Sources
Official sources for the Mississippi roofing contractor license
- Mississippi State Board of Contractors
- PSI, exam scheduling catalog
- Mississippi State Board of Contractors, Fee Schedule (PDF)
- Mississippi State Board of Contractors, Residential Application (PDF)
- Mississippi State Board of Contractors, Commercial Application (PDF)
- PSI, Mississippi Contractor Examinations Candidate Information Bulletin (PDF)
Last updated October 27, 2026. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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