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Prepare for the Mississippi Residential Roofer contractor examination with a complete technical reference package built around the books listed for the trade exam. This package brings together the residential code, building code, roofing construction, estimating, steep-slope roofing, and OSHA safety materials candidates need for organized exam preparation.
The Mississippi Residential Roofer Contractor Exam Book Package is a practical choice for candidates who want the complete trade reference set in one order. Instead of locating each title separately, you receive five books that support the major subjects covered by the Mississippi Residential Roofer examination.
The reference package supports study of roofing materials, installation of roof coverings, roof drainage, rooftop structures, code requirements, construction safety, estimating principles, and recognized steep-slope roofing practices. These areas reflect the technical knowledge residential roofing contractors use when planning, installing, repairing, and evaluating roofing systems.
The Mississippi Residential Roofer classification covers the installation, repair, or improvement of residential rooftop structures, including roof coverings and roof drainage. The holder of this classification is limited to residential roofing work. Candidates should confirm that this classification matches the type of work they plan to perform before beginning the application and examination process.
This listing is for the book package only. Course access, application service, business formation, book highlighting, permanent tabs, and rental services are not included unless they are listed separately with the order.
The Mississippi Residential Roofer trade examination is administered by PSI for the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. Applicants must submit the appropriate residential contractor license application before scheduling an examination. The Board reviews the application, determines the examinations the candidate must complete, and sends testing eligibility to PSI.
Candidates cannot schedule the examination until PSI receives their eligibility information and sends a confirmation notice. Applicants should register only for the examinations authorized by the Mississippi State Board of Contractors.
The Residential Roofer examination applies to residential one- and two-family structures not exceeding three stories. The exam contains 60 questions, allows 2 hours for completion, and requires a score of 70 percent to pass.
The official examination content outline includes five primary subject areas:
The examination may include questions developed from the listed books as well as questions based on trade knowledge and general industry practices. Candidates should understand roofing concepts in addition to learning how to locate information in the references.
All Mississippi residential contractor applicants are also required to complete the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination. This package contains the Residential Roofer trade exam books only. The Mississippi business and law reference is not included.
The Mississippi Residential Roofer examination is an open-book test. Candidates are responsible for bringing the authorized reference materials to the examination center. The books allowed into the exam room are identified in the current PSI Candidate Information Bulletin.
Open-book testing still requires thorough preparation. Candidates have a limited amount of time to complete the examination, and searching through every book for every answer can make it difficult to finish. A productive study plan should combine technical understanding with repeated practice using the table of contents, indexes, chapter headings, definitions, and code tables.
Reference materials may be highlighted, underlined, or indexed before the examination. Books may be organized with permanent tabs. Temporary tabs, removable notes, Post-it products, loose sheets, and unauthorized attached papers are not permitted.
Candidates may not write in their references during the examination. Books may be inspected before admission to the testing room, and materials that do not meet the examination rules may be removed or rejected.
Because this package includes several detailed technical references, candidates should become familiar with the purpose of each book. The residential and building codes address construction requirements, while the roofing and estimating book supports practical trade knowledge. The NRCA manual focuses on steep-slope roofing systems, and 29 CFR Part 1926 addresses construction safety.
Learning which reference applies to each subject can reduce unnecessary searching. Candidates should practice identifying the correct book before attempting to find a particular section or answer.
The Mississippi State Board of Contractors regulates residential contractors and residential roofers. The Board identifies Residential Roofer as a tested residential classification involving the installation, repair, or improvement of residential rooftop structures, roof coverings, and roof drainage.
The classification is limited to residential roofing work. It should not be represented as authorization to perform unrelated contractor classifications or work beyond the scope established by the Board.
Applicants must submit a completed residential application before taking the examinations. The application process includes business information, classification selection, qualifying-party information, experience documentation, insurance documentation, reference letters, and other supporting materials required by the Board.
A corporation, limited liability company, or limited liability partnership must be registered with the Mississippi Secretary of State and provide evidence of good standing. The legal name used on the contractor application should match the name registered with the state.
The applicant must provide current general liability insurance documentation. Workers’ compensation coverage documentation is required when the applicant has five or more employees.
The residential application also requires three reference letters. One must come from a bank, while the remaining two may come from people or businesses familiar with the applicant’s construction-related work.
Applicants must demonstrate experience in the requested classification. The application asks for at least three completed jobs involving the type of work associated with the classification.
Each applicant must identify a qualifying party for the required examinations. The qualifying party may be an owner, officer, member of the executive staff, or responsible managing employee. Proof of employment may include a check stub, W-2 form, or a state business record showing the individual as an owner or officer. Proof of employment is not required for a sole proprietor applying in an individual name.
All residential applicants are required to take the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination. A trade examination is also required for the Residential Roofer classification unless the Board approves a trade-exam waiver through an applicable reciprocity agreement.
Reciprocity applies only to a possible waiver of the trade examination. It does not waive the Mississippi business and law examination, application review, fees, insurance, experience, documentation, or other licensing requirements.
New applicants generally have six months from the date of examination eligibility to pass the assigned exams. Candidates may retest during that eligibility period. Applicants who do not pass within the eligibility period may be required to reapply with the Board.
These references are intended to be used together. No single book covers every subject on the Residential Roofer examination. Candidates should understand the role of each title and practice moving between the books based on the topic presented.
The following references are listed for the Mississippi Residential Roofer trade examination:
Code questions are based on the code editions identified for the examination. Candidates should use the listed editions of the International Residential Code and International Building Code.
For non-code references, PSI may allow earlier or later editions as they become available, but candidates using a different edition accept the risk that the wording, page locations, tables, or technical information may differ from the material used to develop the examination.
The OSHA reference should contain the latest available amendments. Candidates should also confirm that the NRCA manual supplied with their package matches the current exam reference list.
Begin by reviewing the five exam content areas and dividing study time according to the number of questions assigned to each subject. Installation of roof coverings and materials make up the largest portions of the examination, but roof drainage, rooftop structures, and safety should not be overlooked.
Use the International Residential Code to study residential roof assemblies, roof-covering requirements, flashing, underlayment, weather exposure, roof drainage, structural conditions, and related definitions. Become familiar with the organization of the roofing chapters and the location of important tables.
Use the International Building Code to review broader building-code provisions that affect roof systems. Compare related sections in the residential and building codes so you can recognize which source applies to a particular question.
Use Roofing Construction and Estimating to build practical understanding of roof measurements, material calculations, terminology, installation procedures, and estimating methods. Work through calculations carefully and learn the process rather than memorizing isolated examples.
Use the NRCA Roofing Manual to study steep-slope roof systems in greater technical detail. Review roof-covering materials, underlayments, flashings, valleys, penetrations, drainage components, deck conditions, and installation recommendations.
Use 29 CFR Part 1926 to prepare for the safety portion of the exam. Pay particular attention to fall hazards, ladders, scaffolds, personal protective equipment, material handling, and other safety subjects connected to roofing operations.
Practice questions should be completed under timed conditions. With 60 questions and two hours, candidates have an average of approximately two minutes per question. Answer familiar questions first, identify items that require reference research, and return to more difficult questions after completing the initial pass.
When researching an answer, decide which book most likely contains the information before opening a reference. This approach can prevent wasted time moving randomly between books.
Review incorrect answers and determine why each question was missed. Common causes include using the wrong book, overlooking an exception, misreading a table, misunderstanding trade terminology, or spending too much time searching.
Contractor Exam Prep helps Mississippi Residential Roofer candidates prepare with an organized, trade-focused approach. A complete reference package gives students access to the codes, safety standards, estimating material, and roofing information connected to the examination.
Organized study guidance helps candidates divide preparation into manageable subjects rather than reading every book from beginning to end. Trade-focused review can address roofing materials, roof-covering installation, drainage, rooftop structures, safety, code navigation, and estimating practices.
Practice-oriented preparation encourages candidates to apply information and work through realistic questions. This approach helps identify weak areas and gives students opportunities to improve speed, accuracy, and reference selection.
Reference navigation is particularly important for an open-book examination. Candidates should learn how each book is organized, which reference applies to each subject, and how to use indexes, tables of contents, chapter headings, and code sections efficiently.
Contractor Exam Prep also emphasizes confidence-building study structure. Consistent review, timed practice, and familiarity with the books can help candidates approach test day with a clearer strategy.
No book package or study method guarantees a passing score, examination eligibility, or license approval. Results depend on the candidate’s knowledge, preparation, application status, and examination performance.
The package includes the 2021 International Residential Code, Roofing Construction and Estimating by Daniel Atcheson, 29 CFR Part 1926, the NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep Slope Roof Systems, and the 2021 International Building Code.
Yes. The examination is open book, and candidates may bring the authorized references into the testing room subject to PSI’s rules.
The Residential Roofer examination contains 60 questions. Candidates receive two hours and must earn a score of at least 70 percent.
Yes. The titles listed in the Exam Room Approved Books section correspond to the current Residential Roofer trade exam reference list.
No. Highlighting and permanent tabs are not listed as part of this package.
No. This listing includes the Residential Roofer trade exam books only. Course access is not included.
No. The NASCLA Mississippi business and law reference is not included. Candidates taking the required Law and Business Management examination will need the appropriate separate reference.
Approved references may be highlighted, underlined, and indexed before the exam. Permanent tabs are allowed, while temporary tabs, loose papers, and removable notes are prohibited.
Yes. The Mississippi State Board of Contractors must establish your eligibility before PSI allows you to schedule the examination.
No. The books provide the technical references used for preparation, but passing depends on study, trade knowledge, reference-navigation skills, time management, and examination performance.
