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Illinois Roofing Contractor License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your roofing contractor license in Illinois. Last updated 2026. Source

State License
Not Required Statewide
Application Fee
varies
Bond Required
none
License Details
License Name Roofing Contractor License
Issuing Authority Illinois Dept of Financial & Professional Regulation (varies by city)
Exam Required No
Bond Amount none
GL Insurance $300,000 GL recommended
Workers Comp Varies
Initial Fee varies
Renewal Fee varies
Renewal Period varies
CE Required no
CE Hours 0
Reciprocity States None listed
Experience Required 0
Note: Illinois has no statewide roofing contractor license. Chicago requires a roofing contractor license ($200/year). Other cities and counties have their own permit requirements. All roofing work requires local building permits.

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