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Connecticut Roofing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing) (Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $220. The Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing) (Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)) renews every year and has a renewal fee of about $500. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

Full rule details
Verified dataLast checked Oct 17, 2026, next review due July 2027

Informational: verify with the issuing board.

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing)

HIC · State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
All registrations expire annually on March 31; renewal notices ~30 days before; renewals must be submitted and paid online only (no paper/mail/drop box).
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $220
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $22 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Reinstatement
Reinstatement within 3 years of expiration via online form; reinstated registration expires next March 31; GL insurance of about $20,000 required.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
General liability insurance of not less than $20,000 required (Public Act 21-197, eff. 7/1/2022); insurer name and policy number entered at online renewal.
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Required to contract with a consumer for work on residential property, including roofs, siding, etc.; not required for work covered under a trade license, commercial property, sub-contracted work or contracts under $200. Registers individual or legal entity (LLC registration does not cover the individual and vice versa); legal entities must be registered with CT Secretary of State and hold Certificate of Good Standing. Initial application fee $220 non-refundable; renewal $220. Licensing email [email protected]. Roofing is a home improvement category in CT; no separate state roofing license exists.

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Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing)

MCR · State registration · Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards)

Renewal cycle
Every year
Continuing education
Not required
Deadline rule
All Major Contractor registrations expire annually on June 30.
Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance
Grace period
DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee
About $500
Late fee
Show the details (amounts are approximate)Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $50 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
Reinstatement
Reinstatement allowed within 3 years of expiration with reinstatement form + fees (online via eLicense); reapply after 3 years.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond
Not required
Insurance
Not required
Reciprocity
Not published, check with the board
Notes

Required for construction, structural repair/alteration/demolition of 'threshold' buildings (4+ stories, 60 ft, 150 ft clear span, 150,000 sq ft, or occupancy 1,000+; other special-use thresholds), including subcontractors doing roofing, masonry or structural framework on such buildings. Excludes residential property (HIC), new homes (NHC) and work under a trade license. Legal entities must first register with the CT Secretary of State; two credit references required at initial application; applications online only. Insurance/bond requirement not stated on the DCP page. Renewal fee $500.00.

How to renew

  1. 1Check your Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing) deadline: All registrations expire annually on March 31; renewal notices ~30 days before; renewals must be submitted and paid online only (no paper/mail/drop box).
  2. 2Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
  3. 3Renew online at https://www.elicense.ct.gov/Login.aspx
  4. 4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $220, but fees change.
  5. 5If you miss the deadline: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $22 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.
  6. 6Check your Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing) deadline: All Major Contractor registrations expire annually on June 30.
  7. 7Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $500, but fees change.
  8. 8If you miss the deadline: Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $50 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found.

Connecticut Roofing renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Connecticut roofing license expire?

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing): renews every year. All registrations expire annually on March 31; renewal notices ~30 days before; renewals must be submitted and paid online only (no paper/mail/drop box). Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing): renews every year. All Major Contractor registrations expire annually on June 30. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Connecticut roofing license need?

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing): no CE required. Major Contractor Registration (commercial threshold-building roofing): no CE required. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Connecticut roofing license?

DCP may accept a renewal application for up to 90 days after expiration with the late fee and no reinstatement application (CGS 21a-4(d)); the licensee may not work while the license is lapsed. For trade licenses, CGS 20-335 separately says the board may renew a license if the application is received no later than one month after expiration; confirm timing with DCP. Check with Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection - Occupational & Professional Licensing (Electrical, Plumbing & Piping, Heating/Piping/Cooling/Sheet Metal Examining Boards) before you rely on it.

How much does it cost to renew a Connecticut roofing license?

Home Improvement Contractor Registration (residential roofing): About $220. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Connecticut roofing license expires?

Late fee may be imposed by the Commissioner equal to 10% of the renewal fee (min about $10, max about $100) under CGS 21a-4(c): about $22 for this license; the DCP-published actual amount was not found. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

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Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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