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Montana Roofing contractor License: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (2026)

Quick answer

The construction-contractor definition includes installation or repair of roofing or siding, subject to the exemptions in 37-45-104.

Renewal

Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days before expiration date.

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Continuing education

Continuing Education Requirements: Not Required

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Last verified Oct 25, 2026

How to get a roofing contractor license in Montana

  1. Check the licensing authority

    Board

    Montana Department of Labor & Industry

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.
    Official source

    Official agency page

    Open the official agency page

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    Montana Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program
    Official source
  2. Prepare your application

    Apply with the agency

    Open the official agency page

    Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
    Licensing Requirements & Application Checklist
    Official source
  3. Confirm your next step with the agency

    Review the official instructions for your situation before applying.

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What else should I know?

Agency guidance

The construction-contractor definition includes installation or repair of roofing or siding, subject to the exemptions in 37-45-104.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
"Construction contractor" means, except as provided in 37-45-104, a person, firm, or corporation that: (a) in the pursuit of an independent business, offers to undertake, undertakes, or submits a bid to construct, alter, repair, add to, subtract from, improve, move, wreck, or demolish for another a building, highway, road, railroad, excavation, or other structure, project, development, or improvement attached to real estate, including the installation of carpeting or other floor covering, the erection of scaffolding or other structures or works, or the installation or repair of roofing or siding;
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Agency guidance

Construction contractors must hold a current state license unless exempt. An independent contractor with no employees is exempt from this chapter and may elect to register voluntarily.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
An individual or business entity may not engage in business as a construction contractor without a current license from the department. ... (24) to an independent contractor who has no employees. However, an independent contractor may voluntarily elect to register under this chapter.
Official source

What are the Montana roofing contractor license requirements?

Insurance

The license application requires proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws
Official source

How do I renew my roofing contractor license in Montana?

Renewal

Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days before expiration date.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Renewal Period: Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date.
Official source

Continuing education hours

Continuing Education Requirements: Not Required

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Continuing Education Requirements: Not Required
Official source

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How much does a roofing contractor license cost in Montana?

Application fee

$70

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Application Fee $70.00 (non-refundable)
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Renewal fee

$70

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
Renewal Fee: $70.00
Official source

Bonds and insurance

Insurance

The license application requires proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws.

Last verified Oct 25, 2026 — source and quotation
proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws
Official source

Confirm the charges and conditions for your application with the official agency.

How do I look up a roofing contractor license in Montana?

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What are the common questions?

How often do I renew a roofing contractor license in Montana?

Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days before expiration date.

Source and quotation
Renewal Period: Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date.
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Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Which official sources support this guide?

Official sources and verification (10)

Last verified Oct 25, 2026. Each quotation supports the corresponding published value.

Board

Montana Department of Labor & Industry

Montana Department of Labor & Industry

All construction contractors in the state of Montana are required to be licensed with the Montana Department of Labor & Industry.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Official agency page

Open the official agency page

https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/construction-contractor/

Montana Construction Contractor License (CCL) Program
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Apply with the agency

Open the official agency page

https://boards.bsd.dli.mt.gov/construction-contractor/License-Information/construction-contractor

Licensing Requirements & Application Checklist
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Fees / Application

$70

70

Application Fee $70.00 (non-refundable)
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Fees / Renewal

$70

70

Renewal Fee: $70.00
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Renewal

Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days before expiration date.

Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date. Applies to: Construction contractor licenses

Renewal Period: Anniversary date issuance. Opens 60 days prior to expiration date.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Continuing education hours

Continuing Education Requirements: Not Required

0

Continuing Education Requirements: Not Required
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

The construction-contractor definition includes installation or repair of roofing or siding, subject to the exemptions in 37-45-104.

The construction-contractor definition includes installation or repair of roofing or siding, subject to the exemptions in 37-45-104.

"Construction contractor" means, except as provided in 37-45-104, a person, firm, or corporation that: (a) in the pursuit of an independent business, offers to undertake, undertakes, or submits a bid to construct, alter, repair, add to, subtract from, improve, move, wreck, or demolish for another a building, highway, road, railroad, excavation, or other structure, project, development, or improvement attached to real estate, including the installation of carpeting or other floor covering, the erection of scaffolding or other structures or works, or the installation or repair of roofing or siding;
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Agency guidance

Construction contractors must hold a current state license unless exempt. An independent contractor with no employees is exempt from this chapter and may elect to register voluntarily.

Construction contractors must hold a current state license unless exempt. An independent contractor with no employees is exempt from this chapter and may elect to register voluntarily.

An individual or business entity may not engage in business as a construction contractor without a current license from the department. ... (24) to an independent contractor who has no employees. However, an independent contractor may voluntarily elect to register under this chapter.
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

Qualifications / Insurance

The license application requires proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws.

The license application requires proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws.

proof of compliance with workers' compensation laws
Official source

Last verified Oct 25, 2026

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