St.Johns County Contractor Licenses

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St. Johns County is no longer licensing the trades that don’t require an exam, such as Trim Carpentry, Painting, and Cabinetry but will continue to regulate the licenses that are in the Contractor Licensing Ordinance until July 2023. For updated information on each county response, visit our Blog on the Preemption local occupational licensing in Florida.

Application Forms

For questions about the application process, please contact the county directly using the contact information below:

Contractor Licensing
4040 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, Florida, 32084
Phone: (904) 827-6820
Fax: (904) 827-6847
email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Open 7:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday

• Class I Application
• Class II Application
• Class III Application
• Journeyman Application

License Information & Applications

Persons already licensed as a contractor in many other Florida jurisdictions may find simple reciprocity in St. Johns County. For more information, please visit the reciprocity page.

St. Johns County has there licenses distributed into three different Classes. Below you will find information regarding the Application and Procedures for each class.

Class I

Licenses which fall under the Class I category are as follows:

• General contractor
• Building Contractor
• Residential Contractor
• Roofing Contractor
• Solar Contractor
• Master Electrician
• Electrical Sign
• Burglar & Fire Alarm
• Master Plumber
• Master Mechanical
• Class A Air Conditioning
• Class B Air Conditioning
• Underground Utility
• Swimming Pool/Spa Commercial
• Swimming Pool/Spa Residential
• Swimming Pool/Spa Maintenance

Steps & Procedures for Application & Testing

Step 1:

1. Obtain the Application: All blanks must be filled in and completed.
   *Prequalifications for Master Exams ONLY (Master Electricians, Plumbers, Mechanical & HVAC)*
   • A. At least a minimum of two years verifiable working experience as a licensed Journeyman OR,
     B. Have four years verifiable journeyman like experience with test (per Ordinance) OR,
     C. Hold a Master’s license in another county or state. (We will need a copy of license and proof in writing.)

Step 2:

1. Return completed application to Licensing Department with the $55.00 application fee and proof of experience.
2. The Licensing Department will prepare the testing registration Voucher or form. St. Johns County allows exams through two testing providers, Prov and Prometric. Prometric lists dates and deadlines for testing in their bulletin as well as testing locations. Each examination provider has different book lists. You cannot buy the books listed on a Prov book list and schedule a test with Prometric or buy books on a Prometric book list and test with Prov.
3. Follow the directions for the exam provider you have chosen so you will be scheduled for the correct test.

Step 3:

** You may be Exempt in St. Johns County only from this requirement if you have held an occupational license or contractor’s license in the construction field between 1993 & 1995. You must submit qualifying proof. **

• Obtaining license after Passing exam and obtaining Business & Law: (Passing grade of 70% or above)
• Preparation for Final Licensure
  • Return to the Licensing Department and pay an inactive license fee of $35.00.
  • Submit Corporation and / or Fictitious name documentation.
  • Submit Certificate of Liability Insurance. (Certificate of Liability must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company.)
  • Submit Worker’s Compensation Certificate of Insurance or Construction Exemption. (Certificate of Worker’s Compensation Insurance must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company)
  • Schedule date to appear before Contractor Review Board.
  • Once you have been approved through the Contractor Review Board and you have registered your license with DBPR you will then receive an Active Registered State License.
  • Bring Your State Registered License to our office and pay a $71.00 Active Fee. You will then receive your Active St Johns County Contractors License.
  • Contact the Tax Collectors office regarding your need for a business tax receipt (formerly “occupational license”) at (904) 209-2250

Active Contractor Insurance Requirements

General Contractors and Building Contractors liability requirement is $300,000 bodily injury; $50,000 for one person and $50,000 property damage; Liability for all other Class I Contractor categories is $100,000.00 bodily injury, $50,000.00 for one person and $25,000.00 for property damage.

Workers Compensation is also required as per Florida Statute. If you are exempt from Workers Compensation we will need a current Construction Exemption Certificate.

**Insurances MUST be in the name of the company the license holder will be qualifying and must have their name listed on the certificate. He/she must be included in the policy. It is the individual with the license that is the responsible party.**

Insurance Certificates

Liability and Workers Compensation Insurance Certificates made out to:
St. Johns County Contractor Licensing
4040 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, Florida 32084
EMAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
FAX: (904) 827-6847

Licensing Reminders:

• YOUR BIENNIAL RENEWAL FEE IS $106.00. (Subject to change without notice. Please contact Licensing Department.)
• Address, Business name and/ or contact information changes, must be promptly supplied to our office for updating.
• The County accepts no responsibility for undelivered correspondence or annual license renewal notices. If you have questions, call (904) 827-6820 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Class II

Licenses which fall under the Class II category are as follows:

• Aluminum Concrete
• Aluminum Structure
• Carpentry
• Concrete
• Finish Carpentry
• Glass/Glazing
• Irrigation Sprinkler
• Masonry
• Siding, Window & Door
• Aluminum Construction
• Building Maintenance
• Commercial Drywall
• Demolition
• Garage Door Installer
• Hurricane Shutters
• Marine Construction
• Non-Electrical Sign
• Structural Steel Erection

Steps & Procedures for Application & Testing

Step 1:

1. Obtain the Application: All blanks must be filled in and completed.
   *Prequalifications for Master Exams ONLY (Master Electricians, Plumbers, Mechanical & HVAC)*
   • A. At least a minimum of two years verifiable working experience as a licensed Journeyman OR,
     B. Have four years verifiable journeyman like experience with test (per Ordinance) OR,
     C. Hold a Master’s license in another county or state. (We will need a copy of license and proof in writing.)

Step 2:

1. Return completed application to Licensing Department with the $55.00 application fee and proof of experience.
2. The Licensing Department will prepare the testing registration Voucher or form. St. Johns County allows exams through two testing providers, Prov and Prometric. Prometric lists dates and deadlines for testing in their bulletin as well as testing locations. Each examination provider has different book lists. You cannot buy the books listed on a Prov book list and schedule a test with Prometric or buy books on a Prometric book list and test with Prov.
3. Follow the directions for the exam provider you have chosen so you will be scheduled for the correct test.

Step 3:

** You may be Exempt in St. Johns County only from this requirement if you have held an occupational license or contractor’s license in the construction field between 1993 & 1995. You must submit qualifying proof. **

• Obtaining license after Passing exam and obtaining Business & Law: (Passing grade of 70% or above)
• Preparation for Final Licensure
  • Return to the Licensing Department and pay an inactive license fee of $35.00.
  • Submit Corporation and / or Fictitious name documentation.
  • Submit Certificate of Liability Insurance. (Certificate of Liability must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company.)
  • Submit Worker’s Compensation Certificate of Insurance or Construction Exemption. (Certificate of Worker’s Compensation Insurance must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company)
  • Schedule date to appear before Contractor Review Board.
  • Once you have been approved through the Contractor Review Board and you have registered your license with DBPR you will then receive an Active Registered State License.
  • Bring Your State Registered License to our office and pay a $71.00 Active Fee. You will then receive your Active St Johns County Contractors License.
  • Contact the Tax Collectors office regarding your need for a business tax receipt (formerly “occupational license”) at (904) 209-2250

Active Contractor Insurance Requirements

Liability for all categories $100,000.00 bodily injury, $50,000.00 for one person and $25,000.00 for property damage.

Workers Compensation is also required as per Florida Statute. If you are exempt from Workers Compensation we will need a current Construction Exemption Certificate.

**Insurances MUST be in the name of the company the license holder will be qualifying and must have their name listed on the certificate. He/she must be included in the policy. It is the individual with the license that is the responsible party.**

Insurance Certificates

Liability and Workers Compensation Insurance Certificates made out to:
St. Johns County Contractor Licensing
4040 Lewis Speedway
St. Augustine, Florida 32084
EMAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
FAX: (904) 827-6847

Licensing Reminders:

• YOUR BIENNIAL RENEWAL FEE IS $106.00. (Subject to change without notice. Please contact Licensing Department.)
• Address, Business name and/ or contact information changes, must be promptly supplied to our office for updating.
• The County accepts no responsibility for undelivered correspondence or annual license renewal notices. If you have questions, call (904) 827-6820 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Class III

Licenses which fall under the Class II category are as follows:

• Cabinet Installation
• Decorative Stone
• Insulation
• Painting
• Prefab Building Installation
• Residential Drywall
• Trim Carpentry
• Ceramic Tile & Marble
• Floor Covering
• Lath & Plaster
• Plastering
• Prefab Fireplace Installer
• Stucco

Steps & Procedures for Application & Testing

1. All blanks must be filled in and completed. Incomplete applications will be returned to applicant. In order to have a complete application, Applicants must submit all documentation listed below and fees at time of Application submittal:
   • Pay Application fee $55.00
   • Pay License fee $106.00
   • Submit Certificate of Liability insurance. (Certificate of liability must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company.)
   • Submit Worker’s Compensation insurance or Construction Exemption. (Certificate of worker’s compensation must be made out to SJC as the certificate holder and come directly from your insurance company.)
   • Submit corporation and or fictitious name documentation
   • Three letters of reference – (Verifiable name, address and phone numbers of reference along with reference’s signature must be on all letters submitted.)
   • Schedule date to appear before the Contractor Review Board to obtain License.

   Active Contractor Insurance Requirements

   Liability for all categories $100,000.00 bodily injury, $50,000.00 for one person and $25,000.00 for property damage

   Workers Compensation is also required as per Florida Statute. If you are exempt from Workers Compensation we will need a current Construction Exemption Certificate.

   **Insurances MUST be in the name of the company the license holder will be qualifying and must have their name listed on the certificate. He/she must be included in the policy. It is the individual with the license that is the responsible party.**

   Insurance Certificates

   Liability and Workers Compensation Insurance Certificates made out to:
   St. Johns County Contractor Licensing
   4040 Lewis Speedway
   St. Augustine, Florida 32084
   EMAIL: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
   FAX: (904) 827-6847

   Licensing Reminders:
   

   • YOUR BIENNIAL RENEWAL FEE IS $106.00. (Subject to change without notice. Please contact Licensing Department.)
   • Address, Business name and/ or contact information changes, must be promptly supplied to our office for updating.
   • The County accepts no responsibility for undelivered correspondence or annual license renewal notices. If you have questions, call (904) 827-6820 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .