Endorsement is a method of licensure for applicants who, in lieu of taking the State of Florida's licensing examination, comply with one of the options below:
Have taken an examination of substantially equivalency to the corresponding Florida licensing examination, meet the experience requirements for Florida certification, and meet all other requirements for licensure; OR
Holds a valid license to practice contracting issued by another state or United State territory, if the criteria for issuance of such license were substantially equivalent to Florida's current certification criteria.
In the state of Florida to become a contractor by Endorsement you must meet ONE of the following qualifications:
Please note that there are currently no reciprocal agreements in place to recognize valid licenses in other states or territories.
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I am a Licensed Builder in Michigan for over 25 years. Living in Orlando Florida for the past 3 years.
My Michigan license is current (exp. date 5-2021).
I would like to get more information..
Thank you,
OB Fearnow
fearnow111@gmail.com
231-360-6494
I have sent you a proposal that includes the list of books and courses that we offer for the license you are interested in obtaining. The proposal will also include the prices for everything individually and a total that includes shipping and taxes. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Thank you very much, and have a great day!
If you have a license from the state in which you are licensed which shows your current license status and that you have been licensed for at least 10 years, then yes you can apply without taking the state exam.
If you would like help applying for a Florida state Endorsement as a Certified Contractor, I can help you can reach me at 425 422 2464 or email thrivebizcenter@gmail.com
There are specific requirements that have to be met to transfer a license through endorsement. For more information, please visit https://www.contractorcampus.com/endorsements-in-the-state-of-florida.html.
If you do not meet the endorsement requirements, please visit the following article for more information about obtaining a general contractor license in Florida.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-general-contractor-license.html
However I also have Engineering contractors, a General Contractors License, and an Electrical License in California, I would like to receive a electrical license in Florida
My License in California is 280412
Endorsement:
https://www.contractorcampus.com/endorsements-in-the-state-of-florida.html
Electrical Contractor License:
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-unlimited-electrical-contractor-license.html
Application
http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/documents/CILB10_Certification_by_Endorsement.pdf
Answer
http://myfloridalicense.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1418/~/do-florida-statutes-provide-for-endorsement-of-out-of-state-construction
DBPR Endorsement Info
https://www.myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp?SID=&xactCode=1035&clientCode=0605&XACT_DEFN_ID=9202
master refrigeration 1
Master pipe fitters 1
Master sheet metal 1
Master class E electrical
So I can start my business at my new home Florida
DBPR Endorsement Info
https://www.myfloridalicense.com/CheckListDetail.asp?SID=&xactCode=1035&clientCode=0605&XACT_DEFN_ID=9202
Answer
http://myfloridalicense.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1418/~/do-florida-statutes-provide-for-endorsement-of-out-of-state-construction
Application
http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/documents/CILB10_Certification_by_Endorsement.pdf
Para la Licensia Contratista General en la Florida tienes que paser dos examenes, el de Tecnico y el de Negosios, Nosotros tenemos las clases y los libros para prepararte para estos examenes. Para mas informacion haga clic en el enlace de abajo.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/es/licencia-de-contratista-general-en-la-florida.html
It is up to the State to approve the Endorsement, but it does comply with the 10 years or more requirement. For more information, you can always contact DBPR - Division of Professions
Construction Industry Licensing Board
2601 Blair Stone Road
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783
Customer Contact Center: 850.487.1395
http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/construction-industry/
another state or territory of the United States if the criteria for issuance
of such license were substantially equivalent to Florida’s current
certification criteria. The term "substantially equivalent" is somewhat subjective, and for purposes of confirming how the CILB defines that term, you are better off consulting with them directly. Their contact info can be found on this page: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/construction-industry/
This other link is the current application by endorsement for a Florida General Contractor's License: http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/documents/CILB10_Certification_by_Endorsement.pdf
Can i get licensure in Florida via 10 years in business in good standing ahead of a move so I can have all my ducks in a row ahead of time.
If you have an active license and you qualify for one of the endorsement options, you will be able to obtain your license in Florida after you have submitted your application and the DBPR has approved it. If you do not, you will have to pass the trade and business exam to obtain the license.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/endorsements-in-the-state-of-florida/florida-endorsement-application.html
You will need to take the Business exam for the state of Florida to be able to obtain your License in FL. We have the books and classes to prepare you to pass the Business exam.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-general-contractor-license.html
Suffolk County #H-52179
Nassau county #H0305770000
long beach #5840
NYC department of consumers affairs Home contractor #1436340
EPA lead safe expires 10/9/2022
For St. Lucie County, you can obtain a Residential license. You must meet ONE of the following qualifications above for the endorsement. If you do not qualify, you will need to pass the trade and business exam, and we have the books and classes to prepare you to pass both. For more information, I will add the link below.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/st-lucie-county-florida-residential-contractor-gits-license.html
I have had a contractor registration in New Hampshire, a BSBA from Northeastern and have been building custom homes and remodeling for over 35 years. I currently have finish carpentry license for Lee County but want to obtain my remodeling license for the state. Would I be able to use my education and background to do so?
Thanks
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-residential-contractor-license.html
http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr/pro/cilb/documents/CILB10_Certification_by_Endorsement.pdf
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-limited-energy-low-voltage-contractor-license.html
To be able to be certified in FL you must be one of the three following qualifications above. If you do not qualify, you must pass the trade and business exams for the license you are trying to obtain. We have the books and classes to prepare you to pass both of the required exams for multiple Electric licenses. For more information on those licenses click the link below.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-licenses.html
Tried calling Florida DBPR- not very friendly nor helpful
For option C, he will not need to fill out the Examination Evaluation Questionnaire. He only needs to Submit verification of licensure from the state in which you are licensed which shows his current license status and that he has been licensed for at least 10 years and indicating if any disciplinary action has been taken against the license.
If he is applying to become a Certified General Contractor, a Certified Building Contractor, Certified Residential Contractor, or Certified Roofing Contractor, he must also provide proof of completion of a board approved 2-hour course on the Florida Building Code which includes information on wind mitigation techniques.
For the option C you have held the license longer than what they require which is perfect, and also you must submit:
Verification of licensure from the state in which you are licensed which shows your current license status and that you have been licensed for at least 10 years and indicating if any disciplinary action has been taken against the license.
If applying to become a Certified General Contractor, a Certified Building Contractor, Certified Residential Contractor, or Certified Roofing Contractor, you must also provide proof of completion of a board approved 2-hour course on the Florida Building Code which includes information on wind mitigation techniques.
That is all that they require.
I`am the owner of a landscape business in connecticut. i have been in business here for 26 years, thinking of starting a demolition/landscaping business in Florida. I currently have a home improvement contractors license. What type of license would I need to start up in Florida ? Is my home improvement license good for any part of a new business in Florida?
Thanks,Steve
To do Demolition, you may apply for a General contractor license, we have the books and classes to prepare you to pass the trade and business exams. For more information on that license please click on the link below.
https://www.contractorcampus.com/florida-general-contractor-license.html
Now with your home improvement license you will have to validate it, and if they don't accept it you will still need a General contractor license.
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