Topic: Florida Building Contractor License

Getting your Florida building contractor license does not have to be difficult!

Perhaps you’ve attempted this before and encountered obstacles, or maybe you’re hesitant to begin, or simply lack the time to complete the task. At Contractor Licensing Inc., we offer a swift and straightforward method that eliminates the uncertainty from the building contractor application procedure. We take immense satisfaction in obtaining licenses for our clients in an unprecedented timeframe!

We understand that the State of Florida has specific requirements for building contractor licenses and that each application is distinct. Therefore, we invest time in thoroughly understanding our clients and validating their experience to ensure their successful licensing. Application assistance is just one small part of our operation. In addition, knowing all of the factors that go into that application is what takes time and experience.

Education and On the Job Experience:

You must be able to prove one of the following options in order to submit your Florida Building Contractor License application to the DBPR.

• 4 year construction-related degree from an accredited college and 1 year experience on the job.
• 1 year experience as a foreman and not less than 3 years of credits from accredited college-level courses.
• 1 year as a worker, 1 year experience as a foreman, and 2 years of credits from accredited college-level courses.
• 2 years as a worker, 1 year as a foreman, and 1 year of credits from accredited college-level courses.
• 4 years as a worker or foreman of which at least one year must have been as a foreman.

Florida Building Contractor License

Building Contractor Construction Related Experience:

You must provide experience in the following areas of construction in order to be eligible for the Florida Building Contractor License:

• Foundation/Slabs greater than 20,000 sqft.
• Masonry Walls
• Steel Erection
• Column Erection
• Formwork for structural reinforced concrete
• Elevated Slabs
• Construction site that 3 stories in height or less

Florida Building Contractor License Application Types

* Initial Issuance Application (Individual or Business)

* Change of Status Application

* Qualify an Additional Business Entity Application

What is a Florida Building Contractor?

A Florida building contractor means a contractor whose services are limited to construction of commercial buildings and single-dwelling or multiple-dwelling residential buildings, which do not exceed three stories in height.

Whether you are applying for a new license, changing from one business to another or wanting to qualify an additional business, we are here to help. Contact Us today to get started!

Every Certified Building Contractor must carry General Liability Insurance. We work closely with Artisan Insurance Inc. to provide these insurance needs.