Massachusetts Roofing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty) renews every 2 years, has a renewal fee of about $100 and requires 6 hours of continuing education. The Home Improvement Contractor Registration (OCABR Home Improvement Contractor Program) renews every 2 years and has a renewal fee of about $100. Fees change, so check the official site for the exact amount.

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

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Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty)

CSL Roof Covering · State license

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Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: 6 hours
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6 hours per 2-year cycle: code review 2 (roof covering focus), workplace safety 1, business practices/workers' comp 1, energy 1, lead-safe practices 1 (first renewal cycle only); up to 6 hours may be online (780 CMR 110.R5.4).
Deadline rule: Biennial; the expiration date is printed on the license (original licenses may run longer than 2 years per 780 CMR 110.R5). The Division sends a renewal notice about 60 days before expiration; complete CE before requesting the renewal application and allow about 5 weeks for processing.

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Grace period: One year after expiration with no penalty; practice prohibited while expired.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
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1 year grace period to renew after expiration with no extra fee; renewal between 1 and 2 years after expiration costs an additional about $100 on top of the about $100 renewal fee.
Reinstatement: More than 2 years expired: must retake the exam and apply for new license. Medical/military reactivation waivers available (notify within 4 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

Roofing: individual supervisor must hold CSL (Roof Covering specialty covers re-roofing incl. up to 25% sheathing/rafter repair; unrestricted CSL for broader structural work) AND the contractor must hold a Home Improvement Contractor registration for 1-4 unit owner-occupied residences (see HIC entry). Fee: $100 renewal; $150 initial (801 CMR 4.02).

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Home Improvement Contractor Registration

HIC · State license · OCABR Home Improvement Contractor Program

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Renewal cycle: Every 2 years
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Two-year registration from the date of issue. File the renewal and fee within the 30 days before the registration expires (201 CMR 18.02); the state suggests starting 30 to 60 days ahead. Renew online through the MA Contractor Hub.

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Grace period: None.

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: About $100
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
No late renewal period: a registration that expires must be re-applied for as new, with the about $150 registration fee plus a $100 to $500 Guaranty Fund payment based on employee count.
Reinstatement: Must reapply as a new registrant.

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: Applicants must provide evidence that they maintain adequate contractor insurance (201 CMR 18.02(1)(b)5); the regulation sets no dollar minimum. Workers' compensation is required by MGL c.152 for employers (and an affidavit/proof is needed at registration).
Reciprocity: Not published, check with the board

Notes

Required for roofing contractors on existing owner-occupied 1-4 unit residences. Renewal $100 every 2 years. Initial registration $150 plus a Guaranty Fund payment ($100 for 0-3 employees, $200 for 4-10, $300 for 11-30, $500 for more than 30). Supplemental ID cards $10. A construction supervisor license is a separate requirement for the supervising individual.

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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Massachusetts Roofing continuing education page.

How to renew

1Check your Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty) deadline: Biennial; the expiration date is printed on the license (original licenses may run longer than 2 years per 780 CMR 110.R5). The Division sends a renewal notice about 60 days before expiration; complete CE before requesting the renewal application and allow about 5 weeks for processing.
2Complete 6 continuing education hours before renewing. 6 hours per 2-year cycle: code review 2 (roof covering focus), workplace safety 1, business practices/workers' comp 1, energy 1, lead-safe practices 1 (first renewal cycle only); up to 6 hours may be online (780 CMR 110.R5.4).
3Renew online at https://www.mass.gov/how-to/renew-your-construction-supervisor-license-csl
4Pay the renewal fee on the official site. Expect about $100, but fees change.
5If you miss the deadline: 1 year grace period to renew after expiration with no extra fee; renewal between 1 and 2 years after expiration costs an additional about $100 on top of the about $100 renewal fee.
6Check your Home Improvement Contractor Registration deadline: Two-year registration from the date of issue. File the renewal and fee within the 30 days before the registration expires (201 CMR 18.02); the state suggests starting 30 to 60 days ahead. Renew online through the MA Contractor Hub.
7Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.
8Renew online at https://mass.gov/info-details/home-improvement-contractor-registration-and-renewal
9If you miss the deadline: No late renewal period: a registration that expires must be re-applied for as new, with the about $150 registration fee plus a $100 to $500 Guaranty Fund payment based on employee count.

Massachusetts Roofing renewal questions

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

When does a Massachusetts roofing license expire?

Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty): renews every 2 years. Biennial; the expiration date is printed on the license (original licenses may run longer than 2 years per 780 CMR 110.R5). The Division sends a renewal notice about 60 days before expiration; complete CE before requesting the renewal application and allow about 5 weeks for processing. Home Improvement Contractor Registration: renews every 2 years. Two-year registration from the date of issue. File the renewal and fee within the 30 days before the registration expires (201 CMR 18.02); the state suggests starting 30 to 60 days ahead. Renew online through the MA Contractor Hub. Check with the issuing board before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Massachusetts roofing license need?

Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty): 6 hours per renewal. Home Improvement Contractor Registration: no CE required. Check with the issuing board before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Massachusetts roofing license?

One year after expiration with no penalty; practice prohibited while expired. Check with the issuing board before you rely on it.

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

Construction Supervisor License - Roof Covering (specialty): About $100. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

What happens if a Massachusetts roofing license expires?

1 year grace period to renew after expiration with no extra fee; renewal between 1 and 2 years after expiration costs an additional about $100 on top of the about $100 renewal fee. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

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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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