Roofer / Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Roofer License Requirements

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What the state board actually requires: fees, renewal cycle, and requirements from official records.

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Installs, repairs, and maintains roofs.

What the Pennsylvania data shows for Roofers

Pennsylvania sets the entry bar for roofers at board-approved training and a passing score on a state-approved exam. The credential is administered under Pennsylvania's licensing regime, which classifies the training track as "Experience/Apprenticeship".

Upfront cost is $150 on a 2-year cycle. Pennsylvania doesn't require continuing education for this license, so upkeep costs stay confined to the renewal fee itself.

Pennsylvania evaluates out-of-state credentials case-by-case rather than through a published reciprocity list.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Roofer · Pennsylvania

A higher score means this specific license is LESS burdensome to obtain and maintain here than the national requirement corpus, based on education hours, fees, continuing education, and experience requirements, not an overall judgment of the profession or the state.

Education & Training A+
None required
Documented education/training hours required
Initial Fee F
$150
One-time application/license fee
Renewal Burden N/A
N/A
Renewal fee annualized over the renewal cycle
Continuing Education N/A
N/A
Continuing-education hours annualized over the renewal cycle
Experience Required N/A
N/A
Supervised work experience required before licensure

Licensing Requirements in Pennsylvania

Education / Training Hours
Experience/Apprenticeship
Not specified
Exam Requirement
Required
Initial License Fee
$150
Renewal Fee
N/A
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Continuing Education
Not required
Criminal History Check
Not Required

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Data sources: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice, state licensing boards. Verify current requirements with Pennsylvania licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Roofer in Pennsylvania? ▼
In Pennsylvania, the license path calls for, a passing exam score, and a $150 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Roofer in Pennsylvania? ▼
Pennsylvania licenses roofers who complete its requirements and a passing exam. Verify the latest details with the Pennsylvania licensing board.
Can I transfer my Roofer license to Pennsylvania from another state? ▼
Pennsylvania evaluates out-of-state roofer licenses on a case-by-case basis. Many professions are covered by interstate licensing compacts that facilitate portability. Contact the Pennsylvania licensing board for specific reciprocity details.
Does Pennsylvania require a background check for Roofer licensing? ▼
Pennsylvania does not currently require a criminal background check for roofer licensing, though this may vary by employer or specific role.

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What to do with this roofer license

Roofer in Pennsylvania is one requirement row in a roofer-wide, 50-state comparison.

  • See how Pennsylvania's roofer requirements compare to every other state before relocating. Roofer in every state
  • Read the general portability rules before moving an existing license to a new state. Transfer guide
  • See how Pennsylvania's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Pennsylvania overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Pennsylvania licensing board before making career decisions.

Source: NCSL Occupational Licensing Database, Institute for Justice License to Work (3rd Ed.), state licensing board websites

According to the National Conference of State Legislatures and the Institute for Justice, the PlainCredential comparison corpus (current as of May 15, 2026) maps 4,947 state licensing requirement records; see the methodology.

Read our methodology - how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.