Montana roofing license
Montana roofers need a DLI Contractor License from 1 January 2026, replacing registration. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
How: We couldn't confirm DLI's new online search. Ask for the Contractor License number and confirm it with DLI at (406) 444-7734. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
Checked against official Montana Department of Labor & Industry sources. See sources.
1. Who needs a license
From 1 January 2026, construction contractors need a DLI Contractor License instead of the old registration. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
2. Roofing license classes
| Class | Name | Covers |
|---|---|---|
| Contractor License | Contractor License | Replaced the contractor registration on 1 Jan 2026 (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab)) |
3. Fees, exam, bond and insurance
Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Contractor License Valid 2 years. | $70 (source: DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab)) |
| Independent Contractor Exemption Certificate (ICEC) Valid 2 years. | $125 (source: DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab)) |
Fees are set by the board and can change. Check the official fee page before you pay.
Experience and steps
- Apply through the DLI portal Apply through DLI's online portal; old paper forms are no longer accepted. (source: DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab))
Exam
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DLI website (opens in a new tab).
Bond
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Insurance
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Renewal
- Renew every 2 years. (source: DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab))
- Renewal fee: $70. (source: DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab))
4. How to look up a contractor
How: We couldn't confirm DLI's new online search. Ask for the Contractor License number and confirm it with DLI at (406) 444-7734. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
5. Reciprocity (license transfer)
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DLI website (opens in a new tab).
6. Red flags when hiring
- Still showing only an old registration and no Contractor License. (source: DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab))
7. How to complain
We're still verifying this, check the official board: DLI website (opens in a new tab).
8. Sources and last verified
Last verified: . Next check due: . Every fact on this page links to one of these official pages. How we verify.
- DLI: HB 239 Notice to Construction Contractors (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
- DLI: New online portal notice (opens in a new tab) (checked Oct 24, 2026)
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