***Commercial Roof License holders renewing their existing license, must follow the directions for license renewal.***

Please review the How To instructions.

Required Documentation

PSI Exam-Submit proof of completing a PSI exam.

Liability Insurance-Provide a Certificate of General Liability Insurance with a minimum coverage of $2,000,000, naming RICRLB as the certificate holder.  Click here to view example.

Workers’ Compensation Insurance- If you have employees, submit a Certificate of Workers’ Compensation Insurance, also naming RICRLB as the certificate holder.  Click here to view example.

Business Entity Registration- Businesses organized as an LLC, corporation, or other incorporated entity are required to register with the Rhode Island Secretary of State.  Please include your Business Identification Number issued by the Secretary of State with your application.  Click here to view example.

Identification-Provide a clear copy of a valid government-issued ID: Driver’s License, State ID, Passport (photo page), or Military ID.

Out of State Applicant Information- All Out-of-State applicants are required to obtain an Agent of Service registered in Rhode Island. A registered agent is an individual or entity that receives official and legal documents on behalf of a business. The agent must be a Rhode Island resident or an entity qualified to do business in this state. A registered agent must have a Rhode Island street address (Registered Office) and must be available at the given address during normal business hours to accept service of process. P.O. Boxes or shipping/postal company addresses do not meet this standard and are not allowed.

Payment Instructions-**RICRLB does not accept cash** Initial license fee is $400.00 for 2 years. Payments can be made via credit card, debit card or e-check using the OpenGov platform or by mailing in a check.

Please note:

Incomplete applications will be rejected after three (3) months, and a new application will need to be submitted. Please review How To instructions here

Exam Overview

The Rhode Island Commercial Roofing License Exam is an open book 120-minute exam that requires a 70% score to pass. To use your time efficiently in the exam, it is extremely helpful to prepare in-depth and have your book tabbed and highlighted prior to the exam. Highlighting, tabs and written notes in reference materials are permitted prior to arriving at the test site. However, during the exam you may not write in the reference materials.

Exam Topics

• General Roofing Knowledge
• Low Slope Roofing
• Steep Slope Roofing
• Architectural Metal Roofing Systems and Sheet Metal Flashing
• Moisture and Energy Control
• Repairs and Reroofing
• Safety

The exam is timed, and you will need to achieve a passing score to obtain your contractor’s license. Each state may have its own exam structure and content, so it’s essential to check with the Rhode Island Board for Licensing Contractors or the relevant licensing authority for the most up-to-date information on the exam’s specific requirements.

Before taking the exam, it’s advisable to study relevant reference materials and gain practical experience in the construction field to increase your chances of success.

The Rhode Island Commercial Roofing License Exam course includes highlighting guides, practice quizzes, study tips, licensing information, and instructor support. The highlighting guides and quizzes are designed to familiarize students with testing materials. We do not provide students with exact test questions, as the state does not release this information. Highlighting, tabs and written notes in reference materials are permitted prior to arriving at the test site. However, during the exam you may not write in the reference materials.