Florida Residential Contractor Exam Complete Book Set
Product Description
- AIA - A201 - General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2017
- AIA - A401 - Standard Form of Agreement between Contractor-Subcontractor, 2017
- AIA - A701 - Instructions to Bidders, 2018
- Builders Guide to Accounting
- Building Component Safety Information: Guide to Good Practice for Handling, Installing, Restraint & Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses
- Contractor’s Manual, 2021
- Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 16th Edition
- Florida Building Code - Building, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Residential, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Existing Building, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Energy Conservation, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Accessibility, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Mechanical, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Plumbing, 2020
- Florida Building Code - Fuel Gas, 2020
- Florida Contractor’s Business Procedures Reference Manual, Ninth Edition, 2021
- NASCLA - Contractor’s Guide to Business, Law and Project Management, Florida 1st Edition
- OSHA Code of Federal Regulations Title 29, Part 1926 July 2021
- Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 10th Edition
- Guide to Handling, Installing & Bracing of Metal Plate Connected Wood Trusses, 2018
- Florida Statutes Chapter 455, 2021
Florida Contractor License Requirements
- Pass the State Certification Examination: You must pass the Florida Business & Finance exam and the Trade Knowledge exam.
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 18 years old.
- Financial Stability: A credit score of 660 or higher is required. If your score is below this, you will need to obtain a licensing bond.
- Insurance Requirements: Provide evidence of liability insurance and workers' compensation insurance.
- Good Moral Character: You need to demonstrate good moral character, which includes a background check.
- No Outstanding Debts: You must not have any outstanding debts related to construction owed to the state of Florida.
- IRS Compliance: Provide your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN) or Social Security Number (SSN) if applying as an individual.
- Experience or Education Requirements: Fulfill the necessary experience and/or education as specified by the state.
- Submit Fingerprints: An electronic fingerprint submission is required for a background check.
* Please ensure all requirements are met before applying for the Florida Contractor License.
The scope of work for a Florida Residential Contractor involves construction, remodeling, repair, or improvement of one-family, two-family, or three-family residences not exceeding two stories in height. This license also includes the execution of work relating to the residence's accessory structures.
Applications for the Florida Residential Contractor License must be submitted to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. For application instructions and assistance, call 850-487-1395. The application process includes proof of financial stability, insurance coverage details, and electronic fingerprinting among other requirements.
Florida has a limited form of reciprocity with other states. If you have passed the NASCLA Accredited Examination for Commercial General Building Contractors, you may be exempt from the Florida Trade Knowledge exam. You are still required to pass the Florida Business and Finance exam and fulfill other specific state requirements.
Florida requires all licensed contractors to complete 14 hours of continuing education during each biennial renewal period. This education must include 1 hour on workplace safety, 1 hour on workers' compensation, 1 hour on business practices, 1 hour on laws and rules, 1 hour on wind mitigation, and the remaining hours on general subjects.
To obtain a Florida Residential Contractor license, you must pass two exams: the Florida Business and Finance exam and the Trade Knowledge exam. These exams cover topics such as financial management, contract administration, project management, safety, building codes, and specialty contracting practices. The exams are administered by Professional Testing, Inc. (PTI).
Training for the Florida Residential Contractor exam is available through various providers, offering courses that include both Business and Finance and Trade Knowledge preparation. These courses are designed to help applicants pass their exams on the first attempt by providing them with the necessary knowledge and test-taking strategies.