Mandatory Documents for Your Florida Roofing License Application

Securing your certified roofing license in Florida involves not only mastering your craft but also navigating a comprehensive application process. Understanding the required fees and essential documents is paramount to a successful application. The following list represents the DBPR’s mandatory requirements that you must submit with your application to the CILB: 1. Application Fees: TheContinue reading “Mandatory Documents for Your Florida Roofing License Application”

Contractor Licenses in Florida with a Criminal Record

In Florida’s construction industry, obtaining a general contracting or roofing license is a crucial step for professionals looking to establish their businesses. However, for individuals with a criminal history, the path to licensure can be more challenging. While a criminal record may not be an outright bar to obtaining a license, it can significantly complicateContinue reading “Contractor Licenses in Florida with a Criminal Record”

Joint Ventures in Florida: A Guide for Out-of-State Contractors

Embarking on a construction project in a new state is an exciting venture that presents both challenges and opportunities. For an out-of-state contractor eyeing a promising project in Florida, forming a joint venture with a local contractor can be one way to do so within the state’s licensing requirements. However, before diving into this collaboration,Continue reading “Joint Ventures in Florida: A Guide for Out-of-State Contractors”

No License, No Lien, No Rights: A Cautionary Tale

Imagine you’re the owner of a roofing company, eager to take on roofing projects in the sunshine state of Florida. However, you’ve chosen to operate without a proper license, assuming you can work under the radar. This cautionary tale is a wake-up call for unlicensed contracting businesses and the story of a roofing company thatContinue reading “No License, No Lien, No Rights: A Cautionary Tale”

Hiring a Licensee to Qualify Your Construction Company

For many businesses seeking to enter the Florida construction industry, it often makes more sense to hire a qualifying license holder, rather than apply for a new license. It can be a great option to save time and avoid the pain of sitting for another licensing exam. This is especially true given Florida is aContinue reading “Hiring a Licensee to Qualify Your Construction Company”