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Roofing Code Compliance
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OSHA Standards

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🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

Roof covering must meet wind resistance per IRC R905

Underlayment required per IRC R905.1.1 (ice barrier in cold climates)

Flashing required at all roof-to-wall intersections

•Maximum 2 layers of asphalt shingles permitted

•Ventilation: 1 sq ft per 150 sq ft of attic space (IRC R806)

•Valley flashing minimum 24 inches wide

Toggle the items you comply with, then check your score

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

These are the most cited violations for roofing contractors. Know these to avoid fines.

OSHA 1926.501CRITICAL

No fall protection while working at heights

$5,000-$156,000

Fine Range

IRC R905HIGH

Improper shingle installation (wind resistance)

$500-$3,000

Fine Range

IRC R806MEDIUM

Insufficient attic ventilation

$200-$1,000

Fine Range

IRC R905.2.7HIGH

Missing ice barrier/underlayment

$300-$2,000

Fine Range

No PermitHIGH

Starting roof work without required permit

$500-$5,000

Fine Range

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

Important regulations specific to Mississippi that roofing contractors must follow.

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Mississippi State Board of Contractors

Visit licensing portal →

Adopted Codes

•International Building Code (IBC) 2012
•NEC 2017
•International Plumbing Code

📜 Required Licenses

Roofing Contractor License
General Contractor License
OSHA 10/30 Certification

OSHA Standards

29 CFR 1926.50129 CFR 1926.50229 CFR 1926.50329 CFR 1926.1053

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

→State contractor license required for projects over $50,000

→Residential builder license for home construction

→Hurricane-resistant construction on Gulf Coast

→Flood zone requirements throughout coastal region

→Termite treatment mandatory for new construction

→Limited statewide residential code enforcement

→Wind zone requirements in southern counties

Other Trades in Mississippi

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Roofing Code Compliance
in Mississippi

Check your roofing business against Mississippi building codes, licensing requirements, and OSHA standards. Free, instant results.

MS-Specific

OSHA Standards

3 Categories

100% Free

🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

Roof covering must meet wind resistance per IRC R905

Underlayment required per IRC R905.1.1 (ice barrier in cold climates)

Flashing required at all roof-to-wall intersections

•Maximum 2 layers of asphalt shingles permitted

•Ventilation: 1 sq ft per 150 sq ft of attic space (IRC R806)

•Valley flashing minimum 24 inches wide

Toggle the items you comply with, then check your score

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

These are the most cited violations for roofing contractors. Know these to avoid fines.

OSHA 1926.501CRITICAL

No fall protection while working at heights

$5,000-$156,000

Fine Range

IRC R905HIGH

Improper shingle installation (wind resistance)

$500-$3,000

Fine Range

IRC R806MEDIUM

Insufficient attic ventilation

$200-$1,000

Fine Range

IRC R905.2.7HIGH

Missing ice barrier/underlayment

$300-$2,000

Fine Range

No PermitHIGH

Starting roof work without required permit

$500-$5,000

Fine Range

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

Important regulations specific to Mississippi that roofing contractors must follow.

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Mississippi State Board of Contractors

Visit licensing portal →

Adopted Codes

•International Building Code (IBC) 2012
•NEC 2017
•International Plumbing Code

📜 Required Licenses

Roofing Contractor License
General Contractor License
OSHA 10/30 Certification

OSHA Standards

29 CFR 1926.50129 CFR 1926.50229 CFR 1926.50329 CFR 1926.1053

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

→State contractor license required for projects over $50,000

→Residential builder license for home construction

→Hurricane-resistant construction on Gulf Coast

→Flood zone requirements throughout coastal region

→Termite treatment mandatory for new construction

→Limited statewide residential code enforcement

→Wind zone requirements in southern counties

Other Trades in Mississippi

⚡ Electrical 🔧 Plumbing ❄️ HVAC 🎨 Painting 🏗️ Fencing 🌿 Landscaping 🧹 Cleaning / Janitorial 🐛 Pest Control 🔨 General Contracting

Roofing in Other States

CA TX FL AZ GA NC OH PA NY IL AL AK AR CO CT DE HI ID IN IA KS KY LA ME MD MA MI MN MO MT NE NV NH NJ NM ND OK OR RI SC SD TN UT VT VA WA WV WI WY

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Roofing Code Compliance
in Mississippi

🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

International Residential Code (IRC)

Permit Requirements

Safety Standards

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Adopted Codes

📜 Required Licenses

OSHA Standards

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

Other Trades in Mississippi

Roofing in Other States

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Roofing Code Compliance
in Mississippi

🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

International Residential Code (IRC)

Permit Requirements

Safety Standards

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Adopted Codes

📜 Required Licenses

OSHA Standards

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

Other Trades in Mississippi

Roofing in Other States

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Roofing Code Compliancein Mississippi

🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

International Residential Code (IRC)

Permit Requirements

Safety Standards

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Adopted Codes

📜 Required Licenses

OSHA Standards

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

Other Trades in Mississippi

Roofing in Other States

Want this compliance checker branded for your business?

Roofing Code Compliancein Mississippi

🏠 Roofing Compliance Checklist — MS

International Residential Code (IRC)

Permit Requirements

Safety Standards

⚠️ Common Roofing Violations in Mississippi

📋 Mississippi-Specific Requirements

🏛️ Licensing Authority

Adopted Codes

📜 Required Licenses

OSHA Standards

🗺️ Mississippi Specific Rules

Other Trades in Mississippi

Roofing in Other States

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Roofing Code Compliance
in Mississippi

Roofing Code Compliance
in Mississippi