Florida Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Florida.
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Florida Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Florida Asbestos Contractor (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Asbestos Contractors and Consultants |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Form ALU 2: Asbestos Consultant/Contractor - Licensure as a Business |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $1,110 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $255 |
| Due: | By November 30 of odd-numbered years. |
Florida Certified Air-Conditioning Contractor License - Class A (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Class A Air Conditioning Contractor Qualifying Business Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Air-Conditioning Contractor License - Class B (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Class B Air Conditioning Contractor Qualifying Business Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Alarm System Contractor I License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Alarm System Contractor II License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Building Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-B) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Building Demolition Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Demolition Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AD) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Commercial Pool/Spa Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Commercial Pool Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-J) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Drywall Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Drywall Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-Q) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Electrical Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Garage Door Installation Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Garage Door Installation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AQ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Gas Line Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Insurance Requirements: | $100,000 liability insurance and $25,000 property damage insurance. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Gas Line Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-R) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified General Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified General Contractor Qualifying Business Application |
| Agency Fee: | $249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
| How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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| Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Glass & Glazing Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Glass & Glazing Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-S) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Industrial Facilities Specialty Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Industrial Facilities Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between September 1 of an odd-numbered year through April 30 of an even-numbered year and $245 if applying between May 1 of an even-numbered year and August 31 of an odd-numbered year. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Irrigation Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Irrigation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AC) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Marine Bulkhead Work Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Bulkhead Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AJ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Marine Dock Work Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Dock Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AK) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AL) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Marine Seawall Work Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Seawall Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AI) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Marine Specialty Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-T) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Mechanical Contractor Qualifying Business Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $249 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $149 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Plaster and Lath Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Plaster and Lath Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AR) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Residential Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Residential Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-C) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Residential Pool/Spa Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Residential Pool Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-K) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Roofing Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Roofing Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-I) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Rooftop Solar Heating Installation Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Sheet Metal Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Sheet Metal Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-D) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Solar Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Insurance Requirements: | $100,000 liability insurance and $25,000 property damage insurance. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Solar Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-O) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1st of an even year through August 31st of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1st of an odd year through April 30th of an even year. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor – Initial (ECLB 1) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Specialty Structure Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Structure Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-E) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Structural Carpentry Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Carpentry Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AS) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Structural Masonry Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Masonry Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AM) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Structural Pre-stressed, Precast Concrete Work Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Structural Steel Work Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Steel Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AO) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Decking Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Decking Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-Y) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Excavation Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Excavation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-W) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Finishes Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Finishes Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AA) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Layout Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Layout Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-U) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Piping Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Piping Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-Z) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Structural Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Structural Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-V) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Trim Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Trim Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-X) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $55 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Swimming Pool/Spa Servicing Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Pool Servicing Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-L) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Tower Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
| Insurance Requirements: | $100,000 liability insurance and $25,000 property damage insurance. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Tower Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AB) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-N) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AP) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Construction Business Information Record
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Notes: | Construction Business Information records are created when an individual elects to qualify a business entity on their license application. See the relevant individual license for more information on qualifying a business. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Electrical Business Information Record
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Notes: | Electrical Business Information records are created when an individual elects to qualify a business entity on their license application. See the relevant individual license for more information on qualifying a business. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Elevator Company Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Florida Fire Protection Systems Contractor License
| Agency: | Florida Regulatory Licensing Section - Bureau of Fire Prevention - Division State Fire Marshall |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $300 |
| Due: | Biennially by June 30. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Florida Lead Abatement Company License
Not required
Lead Services Company licensure is not required on the State level in Florida.
Florida does not have a state-issued lead abatement license; instead, these licenses are administered federally by the EPA.
Florida Registered Air-Conditioning Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Alarm System Contractor I License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Alarm System Contractor II License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Alarm System Contractor II – Initial License (ECLB 3) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Building Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Building Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $305 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $205 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Electrical Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Electrical Contractor Initial License Application |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered General Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Mechanical Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Pool Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Residential Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
| How to Apply: | Domestic Applicants:
Foreign Applicants:
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| Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Roofing Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Sheet Metal Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Specialty Electrical Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Progessional Regulation - Electrical Contractors Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Specialty Electrical Contractor Initial License Application |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Tank Lining Applicator Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Tank Lining Applicator Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $155 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Registered Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor License (Business)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $309 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $209 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Florida Residential Pool/Spa Servicing Specialty Contractor License (Business)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you apply during the first half of the biennial license period and $95 if you apply during the second half of the biennial license period. |
Renewal Not Required
Not required
Only the qualifying individual's license must be renewed.
Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
City of Auburndale Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | There is no form to register as a contractor in the City of Auburndale |
| Instructions: | Email the required documents to permit@auburndalefl.com |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | State-Certified Contractors: $0 State-Registered Contractors: $15 |
| Required Attachments: | For State Certified Contractors:
For State Registered Contractors:
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no form to renew a contractor registration in the City of Auburndale |
| Instructions: | E-mail updated copies of the required documents to permit@auburndalefl.com |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | State-Certified Contractors: $0 State-Registered Contractors: $15 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Required Attachments: | For State Certified Contractors:
For State Registered Contractors:
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City of Bonita Springs Contractor Registration - Company
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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City of Cape Coral State-Certified Electrical Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Cape Coral Compliance Division (FL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | Online (click the BTR and Licenses tab and select the Electrical Contractor Application) |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Village of Estero Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, fax, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the Village of Estero |
| Notes: | Authorized Agent Affidavits are required when anyone other than the Qualifier will be picking up a permit. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no application to renew a contractor registration in the Village of Estero |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | To keep a registration active, a contractor must keep all required documents current.
Any Authorized Agent Affidavits on file with the Village of Estero will expire annually by September 30. New Affidavits will have to be submitted every year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Haines City Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | In-person |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in Haines City |
| Notes: | There is no application to register as a contractor in Haines City. Contractor Registration can be performed and completed by bringing all of the required documents when going to pull the first permit |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | In-person |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in Haines City |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor's registration in Haines City. To renew a contractor registration you must provide updated copies of all the required documents when going to pull a permit |
| Required Attachments: |
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Jacksonville Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Jacksonville Planning and Development Department - Building Inspection Division (FL) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In-person |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
Contractor registrations do not expire. The division does request that when the contractor's state license is renewed, a copy of the new license is sent to them.
Key West State Licensed Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
Renewals are not required as long as the Florida State License, Certificate of Insurance, Worker's Compensation Insurance, and Business Tax Receipt are kept up to date and in good standing.
City of Lauderhill Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | $25 registration fee |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | $25 renewal fee |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license or county competency license(s) |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Leesburg Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Leesburg |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Leesburg |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a Contractor Registration in the City of Leesburg. To keep a registration active, all required documents must be kept current |
| Required Attachments: |
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Miami Building Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | In-person or by mail. |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Notes: | There is no application form; simply submit the required documentation to the Building Department. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | In-person or by mail. |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Notes: | There is no application form; simply submit the required documentation to the Building Department. |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Palm Bay Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Palm Bay |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Palm Bay |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license or county competency card renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor registration in the City of Palm Bay. To complete a renewal, use the online portal and upload current copies of the required documents |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Plant City Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | Once logged on to the online portal, follow these steps to locate the contractor registration form:
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in Plant City |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no form to renew a contractor registration in Plant City. Upload current copies of the relevant state license(s) and certificates of insurance to keep a registration active. |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in Plant City |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Plantation Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | E-mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Plantation |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Plantation |
| Due: | |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor registration in the City of Plantation. To complete a renewal, e-mail updated copies of all the required documents |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Sebring Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | E-mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Sebring |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Sebring |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor registration in the City of Sebring. To complete a renewal, email updated copies of all required to documents |
| Required Attachments: |
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South Bay Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee varies based on the nature of the contracting work. Call (561) 996-6751 to verify. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | Fee varies based on the nature of the contracting work. Call (561) 996-6751 to verify. |
| Due: | Annually by September 30 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with instructions will be mailed prior to the expiration of the registration |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of St. Petersburg Contractor Affidavit
| Agency: | City of St. Petersburg - Construction Services & Permitting (FL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated local and state-level certificate and license renewals. |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Tampa Contractor License Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Tampa. |
| Notes: | Contractors must sign the Letter of Authorization in the presence of a notary public. |
| Required Attachments: | State Certified Contractors:
State Registered Contractors:
Specialty Contractors:
Tree Services:
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a Contractor's License Registration in the City of Tampa. |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license or county-level competency card renewal. |
| Notes: | There is no form to renew a contractor's license registration in the City of Tampa. E-mail copies of all the required documents to csdhelp@tampagov.net to update an existing registration. |
| Required Attachments: | State Certified Contractors:
State Registered Contractors:
Specialty Contractors:
Tree Services:
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City of Venice Contractor License Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Notes: | The Contractor License Registration form must be notarized |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Biennially by September 30 of odd-numbered years |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Notes: | The Contractor License Registration form must be notarized |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Winter Haven Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | There is no application form to register as a contractor in the City of Winter Haven. E-mail copies of all the required documents to a permit specialist (scroll to the bottom of the page for the most current contact information). |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Winter Haven. |
| Required Attachments: | State-Certified Contractors:
State-Registered Contractors:
Owner/Builder:
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no form to renew a contractor registration in the City of Winter Haven. E-mail updated copies of all the required documents to a permit specialist (scroll to the bottom of the page for the most current contact information). |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Winter Haven. |
| Due: | Annually by September 30. |
| Required Attachments: | State-Certified Contractors:
State-Registered Contractors:
Owner/Builder:
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Clay County State Certified Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | In-person or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register in Clay County as a State Certified Contractor |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | In-person or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor License in Clay County |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a State Certified Contractor License in Clay County. To keep a registration active, all required documents must be kept current |
| Required Attachments: |
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Collier County Firm Certificate of Competency
Initial Registration
| Form: | Firm Application (under the All Applications, Forms, and Reference Documents drop-down menu) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Annually by September 30 |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with a list of required documents will be mailed or emailed prior to the expiration of the license |
Collier County State-Certified Voluntary Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | New State Certified Voluntary Registration Checklist and Form |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 portal access fee for each license being submitted |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 portal access fee for each license being renewed |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Notes: | Renewal notices with a list of required documents will be mailed or emailed prior to the expiration of the license |
Lee County State Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, fax, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a State Certified Contractor in Lee County |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, fax, or in-person |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Lee County |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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Leon County State Certified Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | E-mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a State Certified Contractor in Leon County |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Leon County |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Leon County. To keep a registration active, all required documents must be kept current |
| Required Attachments: |
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Manatee County Voluntary State-Certified Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Manatee County - Development Services Department - Licensing (FL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Martin County Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | Application for Martin County License - Exam and Recirpocity |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | Application for Martin County License - Exam and Recirpocity |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Due: | Biennially by September 30. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Miami-Dade County Building Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $315 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Miami-Dade County Building Specialty License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $315 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Miami-Dade County General Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $315 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Miami-Dade County Residential Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $315 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Okaloosa County State Certified Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Okaloosa County - Department of Growth Management - Licensing Division (FL) |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | No |
| Insurance Requirements: |
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| Registered Agent (Special Agency) Required? | No |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Fax or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Fax or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: |
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Palm Beach County Contractor License Certificate
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Required Attachments: |
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Pasco County State Certified Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a State Certified Contractor in Pasco County |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Pasco County |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Required Attachments: |
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Volusia County Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in Volusia County. $45 if participating in the voluntary Volusia County Licensing Program. |
| Notes: | Contractors are given the option of participating in the Volusia County Licensing Program. This is a completely voluntary program. This program does not issue a license. This program gives a contractor access to the online portal to apply for permits, schedule inspections, and make payments. If a contractor chooses to decline participation in the Volusia County Licensing Program, proof of licensure and insurance will be required for each permit application. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no form to renew a contractor's registration in Volusia County. Email updated copies of all the required documents and write "Contractor Registration Update" in the subject line. If participating in the voluntary Volusia County Licensing program, please indicate that in the body of the email. |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in Volusia County. $45 if participating in the voluntary Volusia County Licensing Program |
| Due: | Annually by September 30 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Individual Licenses
Florida Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Florida Asbestos Consultant License (Individual)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Asbestos Contractors and Consultants |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $555 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $155 |
| Due: | By November 30 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | 90 days prior to the expiration of the license a renewal notice will be mailed to the address on file. |
Florida Asbestos Contractor License (Individual)
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Asbestos Contractors and Consultants |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $555 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $155 |
| Due: | By November 30 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | 90 days prior to the expiration of the license a renewal notice will be mailed to the address on file. |
Florida Certified Air-Conditioning Contractor License - Class A (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Class-A Air Conditioning Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5G) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Class-A Air Conditioning Contractor who is Qualifying a Business Application (CILB 6G) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Air-Conditioning Contractor License - Class B (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Class-B Air Conditioning Contractor as an Individual Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Class-B Air Conditioning Contractor who is Qualifying a Business Application (CILB 6H) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Alarm System Contractor I License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $263.25 application fee (paid to Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation) + $123.75 exam fee (paid directly to exam vendor when scheduling exam) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Alarm System Contractor I Initial Certification Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Certified Alarm System Contractor I - 10 year endorsement application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $296 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 7 hours of CE in the required areas. |
Florida Certified Alarm System Contractor II License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $263.25 application fee (paid directly to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation) + $123.75 examination fee (paid directly to examination vendor when scheduling exam) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Alarm System Contractor II Initial Certification Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Certified Alarm System Contractor II - 10 year endorsement application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $296 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 7 hours of CE in the required areas |
Florida Certified Building Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contract administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-B) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Contractor applying as an Individual (CILB 5B) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Building Demolition Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contract administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Demolition Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-AD) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Building Demolition Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AD) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Commercial Pool/Spa Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Commercial Pool Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6J) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Commercial Pool Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5J) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Drywall Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Drywall Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5Q) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Drywall Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6Q) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Electrical Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $263.25 application fee (paid directly to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation) + $123.75 examination fee (paid directly to examination vendor) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Notes: | This endorsement application is for individuals that are licensed in a state that has a substantially similar exam and want to become licensed in Florida |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Certified Electrical Contractor - 10 year endorsement application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $296 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 11 hours of required CE |
Florida Certified Garage Door Installation Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Garage Door Installation Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AQ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Garage Door Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AQ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Gas Line Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Gas Line Specialty Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5R) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Gas Line Specialty Contractor Qualifying a Business (CILB 6R) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified General Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contract administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified General Contractor Who is Qualifying a Business (CILB-6A) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified General Contractor applying as an Individual (CILB 5A) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business entity |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Glass & Glazing Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Glass & Glazing Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5S) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Glass & Glazing Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6S) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Industrial Facilities Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contract administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Industrial Facilities Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-AF) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Industrial Facilities Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AF) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Irrigation Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Irrigation Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-AC) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Irrigation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-AC) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Marine Bulkhead Work Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Bulkhead Work Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AJ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Bulkhead Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AJ) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Marine Dock Work Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Dock Work Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AK) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Dock Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AK) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AL) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Pile Driving Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (6AL) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Marine Seawall Work Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Seawall Work Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AI) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Seawall Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AI) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Marine Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Marine Specialty Contractor Qualifying a Business (CILB 6T) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
Florida Certified Mechanical Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Mechanical Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5F) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Mechanical Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6F) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Florida Certified Plaster and Lath Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Plaster and Lath Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AR) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Plaster and Lath Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AR) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 exam site administration fee (payable to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation) + $80 business and finance exam fee (paid to Pearson VUE upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Plumbing Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6M) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Pollutant Storage Systems Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Pollutant Storage System Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6P) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Residential Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contractor administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Residential Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6C) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Residential Contractor applying as an Individual (CILB 5C) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Residential Pool/Spa Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Residential Pool Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6K) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Commercial Pool Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5K) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
Florida Certified Roofing Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Roofing Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6I) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Roofing Contractor as an Individual Application (5I) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Rooftop Solar Heating Installation Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Rooftop Solar Heating Installation Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AG) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Sheet Metal Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Sheet Metal Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6D) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Sheet Metal Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5D) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Solar Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Solar Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6O) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor – Examination (ECLB 8) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $263.25 application fee (paid directly to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation) + $123.75 examination fee (paid directly to the exam vendor when scheduling the exam) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor – Initial (ECLB 1) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $150.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Notes: | This endorsement application is for individuals that are licensed in a state that has a substantially similar exam and want to become licensed in Florida |
| Required Attachments: |
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Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Electrical Contractor - 10 year endorsement application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $346.50 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $296 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 7 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Specialty Structure Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Structure Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5E) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Specialty Structure Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6E) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Structural Aluminum or Screen Enclosures Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Aluminum or Screen Enclosures Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AH) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Structural Carpentry Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Carpentry Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AS) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Carpentry Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AS) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Structural Masonry Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Masonry Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AM) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Masonry Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AM) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Structural Pre-stressed, Precast Concrete Work Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Structural Steel Work Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Steel Work Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AO) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Structural Steel Work Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AO) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Decking Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Decking Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5Y) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Decking Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6Y) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Excavation Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Excavation Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5W) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Excavation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6W) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Finishes Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Finishes Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AA) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Finishes Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AA) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Layout Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Layout Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-U) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Layout Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6-U) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Piping Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Piping Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5Z) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Piping Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6Z) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Structural Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Structural Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 6-V) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Structural Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6V) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool Trim Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Trim Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5X) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Swimming Pool Trim Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6X) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $105 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $55 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Swimming Pool/Spa Servicing Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Pool Pool/Spa Servicing Contractor Qualifying Business (CILB 6L) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Pool Pool/Spa Servicing Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5L) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Tower Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam fee + $40 contract administration exam fee + $40 project management exam fee. All exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon registration. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Tower Specialty Contractor Who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AB) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 6N) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 5N) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5AP) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Window and Door Installation Specialty Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 6AP) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Individuals seeking to become a financially responsible officer for a construction qualified business entity.
Florida Financially Responsible Officer
Initial Registration
| Form: | Add, change, or remove a Financially Responsible Officer (CILB 8) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $200 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Renewal Not Required
Not required
Florida Fire Inspector I Certification
Initial Registration
| Instructions: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Before you Apply: |
Registration Renewal
| Instructions: | Special Instructions for Reciprocity CEU Courses from the Florida Building Code Administrators and Inspector Board (BCAID) SFM-BCAIB |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $15 |
| Due: | Every 4 years by the registration anniversary date. |
| Before you Apply: | Renewal of certification is subject to the affected person completing a proper application for renewal and meeting all of the requirements, which must include completion of at least 54 hours during the preceding 4-year period of approved Continuing Education (CEU) as required by the rule of the department. |
Florida Home Inspector
| Agency: | Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation - Home Inspectors Licensing Program |
| Insurance Requirements: | Commercial General Liability Insurance in amount no less than $300,000 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Home Inspector Initial Active License for Out-of-State Applicants |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Reciprocal Registration
| Form: | Home Inspector Initial License by Endorsement (10 years of experience) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $105 |
| Due: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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Florida Lead Abatement Individual License
Not required
Lead Services Individual licensure is not required on the State level in Florida.
Florida does not have a state-issued lead abatement license; instead, these licenses are administered federally by the EPA.
Florida Registered Air-Conditioning Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Air Conditioning Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Air Conditioning Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Alarm System Contractor I License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Alarm System Contractor I – Initial License (ECLB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $121 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 7 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Alarm System Contractor II License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $121 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 7 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Building Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Building Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Building Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Electrical Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $121 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Notes: | If you are a qualifier for a business entity, the renewal of your license will automatically requalify that business. No additional steps are required. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 11 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered General Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered General Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered General Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Mechanical Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Mechanical Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Mechanical Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Plumbing Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Plumbing Contractor Qualifying Business Application (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Plumbing Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Pool Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Pool Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Residential Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Residential Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Residential Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Roofing Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Roofing Contractor as an Individual Application (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
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| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Roofing Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Sheet Metal Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Sheet Metal Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Specialty Electrical Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Specialty Electrical Contractor – Initial License (ECLB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $78 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $121 |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | 7 hours of CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Tank Lining Applicator Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Tank Lining Applicator Contractor as an Individual (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Tank Lining Applicator Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Registered Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor License (Individual)
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor (CILB 2) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Registered Underground Utility and Excavation Contractor who is Qualifying a Business (CILB 3) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 if you are applying between May 1 of an odd year through August 31 of an even year or $155 if you are applying between September 1 of an even year through April 30 of an odd year. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of odd-numbered years |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Florida Residential Pool/Spa Servicing Specialty Contractor License (Individual)
Exam Application
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $135 registration fee (payable to professional testing) + $80 business and finance exam + $40 trade knowledge exam (exam fees are payable to Pearson Vue upon scheduling) |
| Notes: | If you have held a valid local license or competency card in any Florida jurisdiction prior to June 30, 2021, have had no pending or charged discipline on said license in the last 5 years, and passed a written exam to obtain said license then you are exempt from the examination requirement. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Certified Pool/Spa Servicing Specialty Contractor as an Individual (CILB 5-AE) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or Online |
| Agency Fee: | $145 if you are applying between May 1 of an even year through August 31 of an odd year or $95 if you are applying between September 1 of an odd year through April 30 of an even year |
| Notes: | If you are applying for a license with an exam exemption you must submit your application via mail. |
| Required Attachments: |
|
| Background Check Requirements: | ACCESS PREMIUM DATA |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $205 + $50 per qualified business |
| Due: | By August 31 of even-numbered years. |
| Required Attachments: | Proof of 14 hours CE in required areas |
Local Construction and Contracting Individual Licenses
City of Apopka Contractor Registration
| Agency: | City of Apopka Community Development Department - Building-Safety Division (FL) |
| Insurance Requirements: | Worker's Compensation Insurance or Valid Exemption as required by the State of Florida |
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Bonita Springs Contractor Registration - Individual
| Agency: | City of Bonita Springs Community Development Department (FL) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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City of Crestview Contractor Registration
| Agency: | City of Crestview - Community Development Services - Building Permits & Inspections (FL) |
| Insurance Requirements: | Liability, Property Damage, and Worker's Compensation Insurance as required by the State of Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation - Construction Industry Licensing Board Rule 61G4-15.003 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a contractor in the City of Crestview |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor's registration in the City of Crestview |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor's registration in the City of Crestview. You must provide current copies of your State License and Certificate of Insurance |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Largo Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee for contractor registration in the City of Largo |
| Notes: | There is no application to register as a contractor in the City of Largo. Send registration requests and required documents to contractor@largo.com |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a contractor registration in the City of Largo |
| Due: | Annually by September 30 |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a contractor registration in the City of Largo. Submit updated copies of all required documents to contractor@largo.com |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Ocala State Certified or State Registered Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee for State Certified or State Registered Contractors to register in the City of Ocala |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified or State Registered Contractor Registration with the City of Ocala |
| Due: | Renewal are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renwal |
| Notes: |
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| Required Attachments: |
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City of Orlando State Certified Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a State Certified Contractor in the City of Orlando |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in the City of Orlando |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated licenses (state license, business tax receipt) |
| Notes: | To keep a registration active, all required documents must be kept current |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Orlando State Registered Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail or online |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in the City of Orlando |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated licenses (business tax receipt, state license) |
| Notes: | To keep a registration active, all required documents must be kept current |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Port St. Lucie Certificate of Competency
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | E-mail or fax |
| Agency Fee: | $125 application fee + $65 card fee (once application is approved) |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a Certificate of Competency in the City of Port St. Lucie |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a Certificate of Competency in the City of Port St. Lucie. To complete a renewal, email updated copies of all required documents |
| Required Attachments: |
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City of Sarasota Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | 2-Year Contractor Registration/Renewal Form and Instructions |
| Filing Method: | Email or in-person |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | 2-Year Contractor Registration/Renewal Form and Instructions |
| Filing Method: | Email or in-person |
| Agency Fee: |
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| Due: | Biennially by September 30 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Hillsborough County State Certified Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Notes: | See the Create Contractor License Application User Guide for more information |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | See the Complete License Renewal document for more information |
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Lake County State Certified Contractor Registration
Initial Registration
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to register as a State Certified Contractor in Lake County |
| Notes: | There is no application to register as a State Certified Contractor in Lake County. Mail, e-mail, or fax all of the required documents to complete the registration |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | Mail, e-mail, or fax |
| Agency Fee: | There is no fee to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Lake County |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal |
| Notes: | There is no application to renew a State Certified Contractor Registration in Lake County. Mail, e-mail, or fax updated copies of all required forms |
| Required Attachments: |
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Miami-Dade County Journeyman Warm Air Heating Certificate of Competency
| Agency: | Miami-Dade County Contractor Licensing Section (FL) |
| Exam Required? | Yes |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $240 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $240 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
Orange County State-Certified Contractor License Registration
Initial Registration
| Form: | Applications are not currently available online. Call the Division of Building Safety to request an application packet to be emailed. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Notes: | Notarization of the registration form is required. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Form: | There is no form to renew a State-Certified Contractor Registration in Orange County. Mail or e-mail updated copies of the required documents to the Division of Building Safety to keep a registration current. |
| Filing Method: | Mail or e-mail |
| Agency Fee: | $0 |
| Due: | Renewals are due on the same date as the associated state-level license renewal. |
| Required Attachments: |
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Pinellas County State Certified Contractor Registration
| Agency: | Pinellas County Construction Licensing Board (FL) |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 |
| Notarization Required?: | Required |
| Required Attachments: |
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Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 |
| Due: | Annually by September 30. |
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