Roofing Contractor License Requirements in Kansas
Registration Required — Not a License
Kansas does not license roofing contractors at the state level, but it does require a mandatory statewide registration with the Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration Unit — no trade exam. The fees, bond and insurance below are what registration requires; the difference from a license is that the state does not test competency.
| Licensing Authority | Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration Unit (KS AG) |
| License Type | Roofing Contractor Registration |
| Experience Required | No specific experience requirements for state registration. Must demonstrate ability to perform roofing work. Local jurisdictions may impose additional experience requirements. |
| Exam Required | No |
| Bond Required | No |
| Insurance | General liability: recommended. Workers comp: required with employees |
| Continuing Education | Not required |
| Processing Time | 2-4 weeks |
Fee Breakdown
| Application Fee | $250 |
| Est. Initial Total | $250 |
Related & additional fees
Separate or ongoing costs — not included in the estimate above.
| Initial application (May 1 - Dec 31) | $250 |
| Prorated application (Jan 1 - Apr 30) | $125 |
Renewal: $250 every 1 year (expires June 30)
Set up the business before you apply in Kansas
Most states license the company as well as the person, so the application usually asks for an LLC or corporation and a registered agent in Kansas. Northwest forms the entity and acts as your registered agent — a flat fee, no upsell funnel.
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Form an LLC with Northwest→Notes
- Kansas Roofing Registration Act (effective July 1, 2013) requires ALL roofing contractors to register with the Attorney General
- Registration is statewide — in addition, local cities/counties may require separate local contractor licenses
- Failure to register is a violation of the Kansas Consumer Protection Act
- Registration directory is publicly searchable on the AG website
You're registered in Kansas as a roofing contractor — the next 30 days
Most of the steps below are required before your first paid job; the order is the order the state and its counties will ask for them.
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Form the business and get an EIN.
The Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration Unit issues the Roofing Contractor Registration; the business that invoices Kansas customers is a separate decision. A sole proprietorship is the default, an LLC keeps business liability off your personal assets, and either needs an EIN before the first payroll. Settle it before the registration number goes on an estimate.
Bond: none required by the state.
Kansas does not require a surety bond for this registration — No statewide bond requirement for roofing registration. Local jurisdictions may require bonds.
Carry general liability insurance.
Kansas does not set a general liability minimum for this trade, but most permits and commercial customers ask for proof of GL cover. The state registration does not mandate specific insurance minimums, but local jurisdictions and general business practice require general liability coverage. Kansas law requires workers comp for all employers. Contractor insurance requirements→
Set up quoting, scheduling and invoicing before the first call.
Your first customers will ask for a written estimate and expect to pay by card on site. Most one-truck roofing contractor businesses run that on field-service software; Housecall Pro is the one we link because it is built for this size of company and this link carries 20% off your first 12 months. Start a free trial of Housecall Pro→
Keep the license.
Renewal is every year (expires June 30) at $250.
Other licenses in Kansas
- General Contractor license in Kansas
No statewide license — check local requirements
- Electrician license in Kansas
No statewide license — check local requirements
- Plumber license in Kansas
No statewide license — check local requirements
- HVAC Technician license in Kansas
No statewide license — check local requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a roofing contractor license in Kansas?
No — Kansas does not issue a statewide roofing contractor license, but it requires a mandatory statewide registration with the Kansas Attorney General — Roofing Registration Unit. There is no trade exam; registration carries its own fee and insurance requirements.
Do I need a roofing contractor license in Kansas?
No, Kansas does not require a statewide roofing contractor license. However, local permits or registrations may be required.
What do I need to work as a roofing contractor in Kansas?
While no statewide license is required, you may need local business licenses, building permits, or contractor registration depending on your city or county. The state registration does not mandate specific insurance minimums, but local jurisdictions and general business practice require general liability coverage. Kansas law requires workers comp for all employers.
Does Kansas require insurance for roofing contractors?
General liability insurance is recommended for roofing contractors in Kansas. Workers compensation is required if you have employees. The state registration does not mandate specific insurance minimums, but local jurisdictions and general business practice require general liability coverage. Kansas law requires workers comp for all employers.
Next steps
You know the requirements for roofing contractors in Kansas— here's how to actually pass and apply.
Data last verified: 2026-09-14 | Source: KS AG