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2026 Statistics

Key Facts: MN Roofing Contractor Exam

70%

Passing Score

MN DLI

100 Q

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep

5.5 hrs

Exam Time

MN DLI

110 Q

Exam Questions

MN DLI

No Exp

Experience Required

MN DLI

Minnesota requires residential roofers to pass a 110-question exam administered by DLI. The exam covers approximately 60% MN Residential Building Code and 40% statutes and rules governing residential construction. Reference materials are provided.

About the MN Roofing Contractor Exam

The Minnesota Residential Roofer exam tests your knowledge of the MN Residential Code 2020, roofing systems, installation methods, materials, OSHA safety, estimating, and Minnesota statutes and rules governing residential construction. Reference materials are provided at the exam.

Questions

110 scored questions

Time Limit

5.5 hours

Passing Score

70%

Exam Fee

Varies (Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI))

MN Roofing Contractor Exam Content Outline

30%

MN Residential Building Code

Roofing provisions of the MN Residential Code 2020, ice barrier requirements, ventilation, reroofing, slope requirements

20%

Roofing Systems

Steep-slope roofing, shingle installation, flashing, valleys, underlayment, ventilation, ice dam prevention

15%

Safety & OSHA

Fall protection, scaffolding, ladder safety, hazard communication, heat illness prevention

15%

Materials & Methods

Asphalt shingles, metal roofing, fasteners, underlayment, drip edge, starter strips, installation techniques

10%

Estimating & Plans

Roof area calculations, slope factors, material takeoffs, waste factors, blueprint reading, bid preparation

10%

State Law & Licensing

MN DLI licensing requirements, mechanic's lien law, contract requirements, warranty obligations, permit requirements

How to Pass the MN Roofing Contractor Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 70%
  • Exam length: 110 questions
  • Time limit: 5.5 hours
  • Exam fee: Varies

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

MN Roofing Contractor Study Tips from Top Performers

1Focus heavily on the MN Residential Code 2020 — it covers approximately 60% of the exam content
2Master Minnesota-specific ice barrier requirements including locations and extension distances past the interior wall
3Know OSHA fall protection requirements — trigger heights, personal fall arrest systems, and ladder safety
4Study Minnesota DLI licensing statutes including bond, insurance, contract requirements, and mechanic's lien law
5Practice roof area calculations with slope factors and material waste estimates for different roof types

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Minnesota Residential Roofer exam cover?

The MN Residential Roofer exam covers approximately 60% MN Residential Building Code (2020 edition) and 40% statutes and rules governing residential construction. Topics include roofing systems, installation, codes, safety, estimating, and Minnesota law.

What is the passing score for the Minnesota roofing exam?

You must score at least 70% (77 out of 110 correct) to pass the Minnesota Residential Roofer exam administered by DLI.

Are reference materials provided during the Minnesota roofing exam?

Yes, candidates receive the MN Residential Code 2020 and the DLI Reference Manual during the exam. The exam is essentially open-book with these provided references.

Is experience required for the Minnesota Residential Roofer license?

No, Minnesota does not require prior experience as a prerequisite for the Residential Roofer exam. However, you must pass the exam and meet all other DLI licensing requirements including bond and insurance.