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Which license covers roofing in Utah
Utah Admin. Code R156-55a-301ai says an S280 Roofing Contractor may apply and install asphalt, pitch, tar, felt, shakes, shingles, roof tile, slate, and other materials used as waterproof or weatherproof seals or membranes for roofs. The scope includes material attached to the roof, roof conversion, non electrical skylights, and insulation. Electrical skylights are included only if an E200 or E201 contractor does the electrical connection. (source: Utah Office of Administrative Rules)
Rain gutters, drains and roof flashings are also in the scope of the S230 Masonry, Siding, Stucco, Glass, and Rain Gutter license. (source: Utah Office of Administrative Rules)
What a specialty license requires
- A 25 hour pre-licensure course.
- General liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per incident and $2,000,000 total, with DOPL as certificate holder.
- Workers compensation insurance if the business has employees, or a coverage waiver if it does not.
(source: Utah Division of Professional Licensing)
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Sources
- Utah Office of Administrative Rules: Utah Admin. Code R156-55a-301ai, S280 Roofing Contractor (rule effective August 7, 2026) (checked October 30, 2026)
- Utah Office of Administrative Rules: Utah Admin. Code R156-55a-301af, S230 Masonry, Siding, Stucco, Glass, and Rain Gutter Contractor (rule effective August 7, 2026) (checked October 30, 2026)
- Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL): Specialty Contractor License (checked October 29, 2026)
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