- What This Cheat Sheet Covers
- Registration and Fees at a Glance
- The Two Exams: Format Breakdown
- Domain Weight Cheat Sheet
- High-Yield Topics by Domain
- Approved References and Calculator Rules
- Passing Score and Timeline Rules
- Licensing Requirements Snapshot
- Renewal and Continuing Education
- Final-Week Domain Review Sprint
- Who Hires CCC-Certified Contractors
- FAQ
- Total registration and testing cost is $295: $135 registration plus $80 per exam part.
- Roofing Trade Knowledge has 80 questions in 5 hours; Business and Finance has 120 questions in 6.5 hours.
- Both parts require a 70% score, and both are open-book with tabbed, highlighted references allowed.
- Built-Up Roofs, Shingles and Shakes, Single-ply Systems, and Modified Roofing Systems each carry 15% weight.
What This Cheat Sheet Covers
This is a condensed, single-page reference for the Florida Certified Roofing Contractor Exam (CCC), the credential issued through the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board under DBPR. Professional Testing manages registration, exam development, and scoring, while Pearson VUE administers the computer-based test at approved centers. If you already know the basics and just need the numbers, formats, and domain weights in one place before test day, this page is built for that.
For a slower, more thorough walkthrough of preparation strategy, see the CCC Study Guide 2026. If you're still deciding whether to pursue the credential at all, Is the CCC Certification Worth It? lays out the ROI case in detail.
Registration and Fees at a Glance
The current 2026 fee structure breaks down into three pieces:
- $135 registration fee
- $80 for the Business and Finance exam
- $80 for the Roofing Trade Knowledge exam
- $295 total when both required parts are taken
This figure does not include prerequisite items like insurance, background screening, or credit review, which candidates handle separately as part of licensure. For a full breakdown of every cost bucket associated with becoming certified, see CCC Certification Cost 2026: Complete Pricing Breakdown.
The Two Exams: Format Breakdown
Candidates must pass two separate, open-book, multiple-choice exams. Both are administered on computer through Pearson VUE.
| Exam | Scored Questions | Time Allowed | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roofing Trade Knowledge | 80 | 5 hours | Open-book, multiple-choice |
| Business and Finance | 120 | 6 hours 30 minutes | Open-book, multiple-choice |
A small number of unscored pilot questions may appear on either exam without warning, mixed in with scored items. Treat every question as if it counts, since there's no way to identify which ones are pilot items during the test. The July 2024 candidate booklet and the approved references list effective January 1, 2026 govern exactly what you can expect walking in.
Domain Weight Cheat Sheet
The Roofing Trade Knowledge exam is built from nine content domains. Four of them are tied as the largest, each worth 15% of the exam, so your review time should weight toward them accordingly.
| Domain | Weight |
|---|---|
| Built-Up Roofs | 15% |
| Shingles and Shakes | 15% |
| Single-ply Systems | 15% |
| Modified Roofing Systems | 15% |
| Architectural Metal Roofs | 10% |
| Concrete and Tile Roofs | 10% |
| Equipment and Safety | 10% |
| Membrane Waterproofing | 5% |
| Drains and Gutters | 5% |
Together, the four 15% domains account for 60% of the Roofing Trade Knowledge content. A deep dive into every domain, including subtopics and typical question angles, is available in the CCC Exam Domains 2026: Complete Guide to All 9 Content Areas.
High-Yield Topics by Domain
Below are the domains that deserve the most review hours, based purely on their weight in the exam blueprint.
Built-Up Roofs (15%)
Candidates need to understand ply sheet installation sequencing, bitumen application rates, surfacing options, and how flashing details interact with multi-ply assemblies.
- Application temperature and material compatibility issues
- Base sheet vs. cap sheet roles in a built-up system
Shingles and Shakes (15%)
This domain covers exposure and nailing patterns, underlayment requirements, and wind-resistance installation details specific to sloped residential roofing.
- Starter course and valley treatment methods
- Fastener placement and count per shingle type
Single-ply Systems (15%)
Expect questions on membrane types, seam bonding methods, and attachment approaches (mechanically fastened, fully adhered, ballasted).
- Seam welding and adhesive compatibility
- Attachment method selection based on deck and wind exposure
Modified Roofing Systems
This domain blends built-up and single-ply logic: modified bitumen sheet installation, torch-applied vs. self-adhered methods, and compatibility with existing substrates.
- Torch-down safety and application sequencing
- Cold-process adhesive application details
Approved References and Calculator Rules
Because both exams are open-book, your reference management strategy is as important as your subject knowledge. A few rules to keep in mind:
- Only approved original references from the current list (effective January 1, 2026) are permitted in the testing room.
- You may highlight and permanently tab those references before test day - do this well in advance, not the night before.
- A silent, handheld calculator is permitted, but it must meet the allowed specifications; verify this before you arrive.
Spend time before the exam practicing how to locate information quickly in your tabbed references. Being able to flip to the right page in seconds - rather than searching - is often the difference between finishing with time to review and running out of time on the last section of questions.
Passing Score and Timeline Rules
Each part of the exam is scored independently, and you need a 70% on each one - there's no averaging between Roofing Trade Knowledge and Business and Finance. A strong score on one part does not offset a weak score on the other. For the full mechanics behind scoring, retesting, and what counts toward your four-year completion window, see CCC Passing Score 2026: Exactly What You Need to Pass.
Key Takeaway
You must pass all required parts within four years of your first attempt. Plan your retake schedule with that clock in mind if you don't pass on the first try.
If you're unsure how your prep is tracking relative to typical candidate outcomes, CCC Pass Rate 2026: What the Data Shows and How Hard Is the CCC Exam? Complete Difficulty Guide 2026 both dig into what makes this exam challenging on a domain-by-domain basis.
Licensing Requirements Snapshot
Passing both exams is only part of becoming licensed. Applicants generally must also meet these conditions:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Document four years of qualifying experience, or an approved combination of education and experience
- Pass a background screening
- Demonstrate credit and financial responsibility
- Carry liability and property-damage insurance
- Maintain workers' compensation compliance
For a full checklist format with documentation tips, review CCC Requirements 2026: Eligibility, Prerequisites & How to Qualify.
Renewal and Continuing Education
Once certified, licenses renew biennially by August 31 of even-numbered years. Renewal requires 14 hours of continuing education, which must include specific hours across these categories:
- Advanced or specialized construction
- Workplace safety
- Business practices
- Workers' compensation
- Laws and rules
- Wind mitigation
Mark your renewal date now, even if it's years away - missing the August 31 deadline in an even-numbered year creates avoidable complications for an active license.
Final-Week Domain Review Sprint
If you're in the last stretch before your scheduled exam date, structure your remaining days around domain weight rather than trying to re-read everything equally.
The Four 15% Domains
- Built-Up Roofs, Shingles and Shakes, Single-ply Systems, Modified Roofing Systems
- Drill practice questions specifically from these areas
The Three 10% Domains
- Architectural Metal Roofs, Concrete and Tile Roofs, Equipment and Safety
- Focus on installation sequencing and safety protocol details
The Two 5% Domains
- Membrane Waterproofing and Drains and Gutters
- One focused pass through each, no more
Reference Tabbing and Timed Practice
- Finalize highlighted, tabbed references
- Run full-length timed practice sets on the practice test platform
This sequencing mirrors the exam blueprint itself - more time on the domains that carry more points. For a longer-horizon version of this plan built across weeks instead of days, the CCC Study Guide covers a full preparation timeline.
Who Hires CCC-Certified Contractors
Certified roofing contractors in Florida typically work across residential and commercial roofing companies, general contracting firms that need a qualifying licensee for roofing scopes, and independent contracting businesses. Because the license covers business and finance competency alongside trade knowledge, certified contractors are also positioned to run their own operations rather than only working under someone else's license. If you're evaluating what this credential opens up in terms of career paths and pay expectations, CCC Salary Guide 2026: Complete Earnings Analysis and CCC Jobs both cover this from different angles.
For candidates who are still confirming basic terminology before diving into prep - what the letters stand for, how the credential is structured, or how it differs from other uses of the same acronym - the What Is CCC Certification? and CCC Certification overview pages are good starting points.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Roofing Trade Knowledge and Business and Finance are registered and scheduled as separate exams, and candidates commonly take them on different dates.
Yes, a permitted silent, handheld calculator may be used on both exams. Confirm your model meets the current allowed specifications before test day.
Roofing Trade Knowledge has 80 scored questions and Business and Finance has 120 scored questions, for 200 scored questions total across both parts, plus a small number of unscored pilot items.
A passing score carries forward as long as you complete all required parts within the four-year window. You would only need to retake the part you failed.
Built-Up Roofs, Shingles and Shakes, Single-ply Systems, and Modified Roofing Systems are tied as the highest-weighted domains at 15% each, making them the highest-priority review areas.
Keep this page bookmarked as your quick-reference check during the final days of preparation, and pair it with full-length timed sets on the practice test site to make sure these facts translate into actual exam performance.