How to Check a Contractor's License in Florida (DBPR Lookup Guide)
A step-by-step guide for Port St. Lucie and Treasure Coast homeowners to verify a contractor's Florida license and check for unlicensed activity complaints before hiring, using free state tools.
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Quick answer
Search the contractor and their company on the free DBPR Verify a License tool and confirm the license is current and matches the trade. If nothing comes up, check the Unlicensed Activity complaint search. Source: DBPR Construction Industry business information.
Common questions
How do I check a contractor's license in Florida?
Go to MyFloridaLicense.com and choose Verify a License. Search by license number, the contractor's name, or the business name in the Organization/Establishment Name field. Open the record to see the license type, status and expiration.
Why should I search both the company and the person?
Under Florida's construction licensing rules, a business must be qualified by a licensed individual contractor, and the business name appears on that person's license. DBPR suggests searching the business, then searching the qualifying individual to confirm they match.
Which trades need a state license?
The Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses trades such as plumbing, air conditioning, roofing and pool/spa contractors. Electrical contractors are licensed by the Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board. Some work, like painting, flooring and cabinets, may not need a state license but may be licensed by your local building department.
How do I check for complaints against unlicensed contractors?
DBPR has a free Unlicensed Activity complaint search on MyFloridaLicense.com where you can search by last name, business name or county.
How do I report unlicensed activity?
Call the DBPR Unlicensed Activity hotline at 1-866-532-1440 or email ULA@MyFloridaLicense.com. During a declared state of emergency, such as after a hurricane, unlicensed contracting is a third-degree felony instead of a misdemeanor.
What else should I ask for before hiring after a storm?
A written quote, proof of insurance, who will pull the permit, and a payment schedule that doesn't require paying most of the job up front.