Roofer / Rhode Island
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Rhode Island Roofer License Requirements

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Official regulator records behind the requirements, fees, and renewal cycle for this license.

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Installs, repairs, and maintains roofs.

What the Rhode Island data shows for Roofers

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

Upfront cost is $150 on a 2-year cycle. There's no continuing-education mandate tied to this profession in Rhode Island, which keeps the long-run cost of staying licensed lighter than in CE-heavy states.

There's no published reciprocity list here - Rhode Island reviews out-of-state credentials individually.

Licensing Ease Score

C+
Licensing Ease Score
62/100
Roofer · Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island licensing authorities before making career decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What license do I need for Roofer in Rhode Island? ▼
In Rhode Island, the license path calls for, a passing exam score, and a $150 initial fee.
How do I get certified as a Roofer in Rhode Island? ▼
To become a licensed roofer in Rhode Island, you must meet the state's requirements. You must also pass the required examination. Contact the Rhode Island licensing board to verify current requirements.
Can I transfer my Roofer license to Rhode Island from another state? ▼
Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island licensing board for specific reciprocity details.
Does Rhode Island require a background check for Roofer licensing? ▼
Rhode Island doesn't condition roofer licensure on a criminal background check, though employers in the field may impose their own screening requirements.

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What to do with this roofer license

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

  • See how Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island's overall licensing burden compares to other states, not just this one profession. Rhode Island overview

Requirements shown are compiled from NCSL and Institute for Justice research; verify current rules with the Rhode Island 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.

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