SB 928 Summary

• Amends the Roofing Contractor Registration Act to require suspension of registration when liability insurance is cancelled or lapses, with restoration only upon proof of new insurance.

• Reduces application and renewal fees for roofing contractor registration from up to $300 to $75, and requires refunds to contractors who registered before July 15, 2011 and paid higher fees.

• Allows homeowners to cancel roofing contracts within 72 hours of receiving notice that an insurance claim has been denied, with contractors retaining only the reasonable value of emergency services performed.

• Exempts churches and charitable entities providing roof repairs or replacements at no charge using volunteer labor from registration requirements.

• Requires contractors to disclose changes in registration standing to homeowners and obtain updated written authorization to continue work; permits homeowners to terminate contracts upon notice of standing changes with payment for materials and labor costs incurred.