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Florida law requires all contractors performing work over $500 to hold a valid state license issued by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
Source: Florida Statutes § 489.103Hiring an unlicensed contractor in Florida means you lose access to the Construction Industries Recovery Fund, a state-backed fund that protects homeowners from financial loss caused by contractor misconduct.
Source: Florida DBPR consumer guidanceOnly licensed contractors can legally obtain building permits in Florida. Work done without permits may need to be demolished or redone entirely at the homeowner's expense.
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Florida Contractor License Types
Florida issues multiple contractor license types through the DBPR, each authorizing a specific scope of construction work.
| Type | Full Name |
|---|---|
| CGC | Certified General Contractor |
| CBC | Certified Building Contractor |
| CCC | Certified Roofing Contractor |
| CRC | Certified Residential Contractor |
| CAC | Certified Air Conditioning Contractor |
| CFC | Certified Plumbing Contractor |
| CPC | Certified Pool/Spa Contractor |
| EC | Electrical Contractor |
| CMC | Certified Mechanical Contractor |
| CUC | Certified Underground Utility Contractor |
| CSC | Certified Sheet Metal Contractor |
| SCC | Specialty Contractor (Certified) |
| ES | Electrical Specialty Contractor |
| RG | Registered General Contractor |
| RB | Registered Building Contractor |
| RR | Registered Residential Contractor |
| RC | Registered Roofing Contractor |
| ER | Registered Electrical Contractor |
| RF | Registered Plumbing Contractor |
| RP | Registered Pool/Spa Contractor |
| RA | Registered Air-Conditioning Contractor |
| RM | Registered Mechanical Contractor |
| RU | Registered Underground Utility Contractor |
| RX | Registered Specialty Contractor |
| RS | Registered Sheet Metal Contractor |
Source: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR),
Florida Contractor Licensing: By the Numbers
Data sourced from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR),
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify a Florida contractor's license?
You can verify a Florida contractor's license instantly on FloridaContractorCheck.com by searching their name, license number, or business name. We pull real-time data from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). You can also verify directly at myfloridalicense.com.
What types of contractor licenses does Florida issue?
Florida issues several types of contractor licenses through the DBPR, including: Certified General Contractor (CGC), Certified Building Contractor (CBC), Certified Residential Contractor (CRC), Certified Pool/Spa Contractor (CPC), Certified Air Conditioning Contractor (CAC), Certified Plumbing Contractor (CFC), and Certified Underground Utility Contractor (CUC), among others. Each license type authorizes specific scopes of construction work.
Is it illegal to hire an unlicensed contractor in Florida?
While homeowners are not typically prosecuted for hiring unlicensed contractors, doing so carries serious risks. Unlicensed contractors cannot legally pull building permits, and work performed without permits may need to be demolished or redone at the homeowner's expense. Additionally, homeowner's insurance may be voided for damages caused by unlicensed work, and you lose access to the Florida Construction Industries Recovery Fund.
How often is the DBPR database updated?
The Florida DBPR updates its contractor licensing database regularly. FloridaContractorCheck.com syncs with DBPR data daily to ensure license status, expiration dates, and disciplinary actions are current. For the most time-sensitive decisions, we recommend verifying directly with the DBPR.
What should I do if a contractor's license is expired?
If a contractor's license is expired, do not hire them for licensed work until they can provide proof of renewal. An expired license means the contractor is technically unlicensed and cannot legally perform or oversee construction work in Florida. Ask the contractor to show you a current license certificate, or verify their renewed status on this site before signing any contract.
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