Florida Contractor & Trade License Requirements
Florida requires statewide contractor licensing through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). General contractors, plumbers, HVAC, and roofing are licensed through the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), while electricians are licensed through the Electrical Contractors Licensing Board (ECLB). Florida offers both Certified (statewide) and Registered (county-level) licenses.
General Contractor
RequiredExperience4 years
ExamYes
Est. Cost$711
Electrician
RequiredExperience4 years
ExamYes
Est. Cost$399
Plumber
RequiredExperience4 years
ExamYes
Est. Cost$399
HVAC Technician
RequiredExperience4 years
ExamYes
Est. Cost$399
Roofing Contractor
RequiredExperience4 years
ExamYes
Est. Cost$399
Reciprocity Agreements
Florida has reciprocity agreements with 3 states. Licensed contractors from these states may be eligible to skip certain exams.
louisiana — Trade exam waived under specific conditions; must pass business/finance and code exams
north carolina — Trade exam waived under specific conditions; must pass business/finance and code exams
mississippi — Trade exam waived under specific conditions; must pass business/finance and code exams