Current Mississippi trade-exam format: 60 scored questions, 2 hours, and 70% required to pass. That means 42 correct scored answers. The exam is open book, and steep roofing is the largest current PSI topic with 17 questions.
What Is the Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding Contractor Exam?
The Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding examination is a PSI trade exam used in the Mississippi State Board of Contractors licensing process for this specialty classification.
The classification covers roofing and siding installation and repair, with MSBOC's scope also addressing related sheet-metal work, flashing, gutters, downspouts, fascia, soffit and other classification-specific work.
Trade exam answer: 60 scored questions, 2 hours, 70% passing and open-book testing.
Biggest topic: steep roofing with 17 scored questions.
Licensing answer: the normal contractor path also requires the Mississippi Law and Business Management exam, plus MSBOC application approval before PSI scheduling.
This page uses the exact current PSI blueprint and the current PSI-listed reference set rather than generic roofing percentages.
The authority strategy uses 10 official Mississippi/PSI authority sources and sections, with contextual links repeated where they directly support exam, licensing, reciprocity and contractor claims.
Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding Exam Domains
Match your Mississippi roofing contractor exam prep time to the current PSI blueprint.
| Exam Area | What to Study | Exam Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing - Steep | Steep-slope systems, materials, installation, underlayments, flashing, ventilation and related details | 17 questions | 28.3% |
| Roofing - Substrate | Roof decks, sheathing, substrate preparation, attachment, condition and repair considerations | 8 questions | 13.3% |
| Siding - General Knowledge | Siding materials, installation, soffit, fascia, trim, fastening and moisture-control concepts | 8 questions | 13.3% |
| Roofing - Elastomeric | Elastomeric and membrane systems, materials, installation, details and repair concepts | 7 questions | 11.7% |
| Roofing - Built-Up Bituminous | Built-up systems, bituminous materials, felts, surfacing, application and repair | 7 questions | 11.7% |
| Safety | OSHA construction safety, fall protection, ladders, scaffolds, PPE and roofing jobsite safety | 6 questions | 10.0% |
| Roofing Repairs | Leak diagnosis, replacement, patching, flashing repair, substrate repair and reroofing concepts | 4 questions | 6.7% |
| Sheet Metal and Flashing | Flashing, gutters, leaders, downspouts, pans, metal details and water-shedding transitions | 3 questions | 5.0% |
Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam Breakdown
Trade ClassificationRoofing, Sheet Metal and Siding
Trade Exam Questions60 scored questions
Trade Exam Time2 hours | 120 minutes
Passing Score70% | 42 correct scored answers
Testing ProviderPSI
Licensing AuthorityMississippi State Board of Contractors
Exam FormatComputer-based, open book
Largest Trade TopicSteep Roofing | 17 questions
Law and Business Exam50 questions | 2 hours | 70% passing
Exam EligibilityMSBOC approval required before PSI scheduling
Mississippi Roofing Contractor Licensing Path
Passing the trade examination is only one part of the Mississippi contractor licensing process.
Application first: apply with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors before scheduling the trade test.
Qualifying party: the contractor business designates the qualifying party responsible for satisfying examination requirements.
Trade exam: Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding | 60 scored questions | 2 hours | 70% passing.
Business and Law: the normal commercial or residential contractor path also requires the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination.
Eligibility window: current PSI guidance provides a six-month examination eligibility period after approval.
What Is on the Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam?
Each bar is scaled against Steep Roofing, the largest 17-question category.
Roofing - Steep17 questions
Roofing - Substrate8 questions
Siding - General Knowledge8 questions
Roofing - Elastomeric7 questions
Roofing - Built-Up Bituminous7 questions
Safety6 questions
Roofing Repairs4 questions
Sheet Metal and Flashing3 questions
Current Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam References
The current PSI bulletin lists eight approved exam references. Use the listed editions for test preparation and exam-room reference work.
| Reference | Primary Use | Current PSI Listing |
|---|---|---|
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Steep Slope Roof Systems | Steep roofing systems and details | 2025 |
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems | Metal panel and spray polyurethane foam systems | 2024 |
| NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roofing Systems | Membrane, elastomeric and low-slope roofing concepts | 2023 |
| 29 CFR Part 1926 OSHA | Construction safety | Latest available amendments or PSI selections |
| ASTM D4756 | PVC siding and soffit installation standard | Listed PSI edition |
| Roofing Construction and Estimating | Roofing construction, estimating and field knowledge | Daniel Atcheson | 1995 |
| Carpentry and Building Construction | Building construction and substrate knowledge | 2010 or 2016 Student Edition |
| International Building Code | Building-code requirements affecting roofing and related construction | 2021 IBC |
Your Mississippi Roofing Contractor Licensing Roadmap
Apply with MSBOC, designate the qualifying party, receive PSI eligibility, prepare the approved references, pass the trade and Business and Law exams, and complete the contractor licensing process.
1
Apply with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors
Submit the required contractor application and supporting business information before examination scheduling.
2
Designate the qualifying party
Identify the owner, officer or responsible managing employee who will satisfy the examination requirements for the business.
3
Receive PSI eligibility
MSBOC sends the approved qualifying party's eligibility to PSI before the candidate can schedule.
4
Prepare the eight approved references
Use the current PSI-listed editions and legally prepare them with permitted permanent tabs, highlighting and underlining.
5
Study the exact PSI blueprint
Prioritize steep roofing first, then substrates, siding, elastomeric and built-up roofing, safety, repairs, sheet metal and flashing.
6
Pass the trade and Business and Law exams
Complete the required examinations within the current eligibility period.
7
Complete Mississippi contractor licensing
Finish the Board's licensing requirements, including current financial, insurance, business and renewal obligations that apply to your license type.
Six-Week Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam Prep Plan
Week 1
PSI Blueprint and Reference Setup
- Review all eight trade domains
- Organize the approved books
- Add permitted permanent tabs
- Take a diagnostic practice exam
Week 2
Steep Roofing
- Shingles and steep systems
- Underlayments
- Flashing and ventilation
- Roof details and installation
Week 3
Substrates and Siding
- Roof decks and sheathing
- Substrate preparation
- Siding systems
- Fascia and soffit
Week 4
Low-Slope Roofing Systems
- Elastomeric systems
- Built-up bituminous roofing
- Membrane details
- Repair concepts
Week 5
Safety, Sheet Metal and Business Law
- OSHA construction safety
- Sheet metal and flashing
- Mississippi Business and Law
- Qualifying party rules
Week 6
Timed PSI Simulation
- 60-question practice exams
- Two-hour pacing
- Reference lookup drills
- Final weak-area review
Mississippi Roofing Contractor Open-Book Exam Prep Strategy
Do this during exam prep
- Practice with the exact PSI-listed references
- Use permitted permanent tabs
- Highlight and underline before test day
- Learn each book's index and table of contents
- Practice identifying the correct reference before searching
- Complete full 120-minute simulations
Avoid these mistakes
- Using temporary Post-it style tabs
- Bringing loose papers or added notes
- Writing in references during the exam
- Spending too long in the wrong book
- Ignoring steep roofing, the largest category
- Assuming open book means easy
Open-book strategy: 60 scored questions in 120 minutes averages about 2 minutes per question. Identify the topic first, choose the correct reference, use your permanent index tabs, confirm the answer, and move on.
Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam Prep Options
Live Virtual and Self-Study Training
Instructor-Guided Mississippi Exam Prep
- Live virtual instruction
- Recorded class access
- Open-book reference navigation
- Practice quizzes
- Simulated exam preparation
Mississippi Roofing Online Course
Trade-Focused Roofing Exam Prep
- Safety review
- Roofing substrates
- Steep and membrane systems
- Siding, soffit and flashing
- Reference-book navigation
Open-Book Reference Strategy
PSI Reference Navigation Prep
- Current approved-book organization
- Permanent tab strategy
- Topic-to-book matching
- Timed lookup practice
- Two-minute question pacing
Trade Exam, Business and Law, and Contractor Licensing Are Separate Steps
The Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding trade exam tests classification-specific construction knowledge. Contractor licensing also includes Board approval, a qualifying party and the required Business and Law examination.
· Trade exam: 60 scored questions
· Two-hour trade testing limit
· 70% trade passing score
· Open-book PSI examination
· Separate 50-question Business and Law exam
· MSBOC approval required before PSI scheduling
Mississippi Roofing Contractor Exam Prep FAQ
Mississippi Roofing Trade Exam Basics
The current PSI bulletin lists 60 scored questions for the Mississippi Roofing, Sheet Metal and Siding trade examination.
Candidates receive 2 hours, or 120 minutes, to complete the trade examination.
The current passing requirement is 70 percent, which means 42 correct answers out of 60 scored questions.
Yes. The current PSI trade examination is open book, but candidates must follow PSI's rules for approved references, tabs, markings and loose materials.
PSI administers the examination after the Mississippi State Board of Contractors approves the applicant and sends examination eligibility.
Steep roofing is the largest current PSI category with 17 of the 60 scored questions.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 8 scored questions to roofing substrates.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 8 scored questions to general siding knowledge.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 7 scored questions to elastomeric roofing.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 7 scored questions to built-up bituminous roofing.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 6 scored questions to safety, including OSHA construction-safety concepts.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 4 scored questions to roofing repairs.
The current PSI blueprint assigns 3 scored questions to sheet metal and flashing.
References and Open-Book Rules
The current PSI bulletin lists eight approved references, including the 2025 NRCA Steep Slope manual, 2024 NRCA Metal Panel and SPF manual, 2023 NRCA Membrane manual, OSHA Part 1926, the listed ASTM siding standard, Roofing Construction and Estimating, Carpentry and Building Construction, and the 2021 International Building Code.
Yes. PSI allows approved references to be highlighted, underlined and permanently indexed before testing. Temporary tabs such as Post-it flags are not allowed.
No. PSI prohibits loose papers and unauthorized attached materials in exam references.
Business and Law, Approval and Licensing
For the normal commercial or residential contractor licensing path, the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination is mandatory in addition to the trade exam when a trade test is required.
The current PSI bulletin lists 50 questions, 2 hours and a 70 percent passing requirement for the Mississippi Law and Business Management examination.
Yes. Applicants first apply with the Mississippi State Board of Contractors. After approval, the Board sends the qualifying party's eligibility to PSI for scheduling.
The qualifying party is the person designated to satisfy the examination requirements for the contractor business, typically an owner, officer or responsible managing employee who meets Board requirements.
The current PSI bulletin provides a six-month eligibility period for a new applicant to complete the required examinations.
Candidates may retest during the six-month eligibility period under the current PSI process. If the required exams are not passed within that period, the applicant must reapply with the Board.
No. Current MSBOC reciprocity guidance treats reciprocity as a possible trade-exam waiver only. It does not eliminate the contractor application process or the Mississippi Business and Law examination.
Current Mississippi State Board of Contractors guidance treats contractor licenses as annual licenses that must be renewed each year.
Start with steep roofing, then roofing substrates and siding, followed by elastomeric roofing, built-up bituminous roofing, safety, roofing repairs, and sheet metal and flashing.
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