How to verify a Florida contractor's license
Before you sign a contract or pay a deposit, confirm your contractor holds an active Florida license. Here's exactly how to check.
Use the official DBPR lookup
Florida DBPR maintains the official public license search at MyFloridaLicense.com. It's free and authoritative — don't rely on screenshots.
Match the name & license number
Confirm the licensee's name and number match the business and person you're hiring — not just a similar company name.
Check status & expiration
Make sure the license is active and current, with no recent lapses, suspensions, or disciplinary actions.
Confirm the right license type
A licensed roofer isn't licensed for electrical work. Verify the license category covers your specific project.
Why we never claim members are licensed
Listings on Florida Contractor Network are member-submitted, and we don't independently verify or guarantee any license. That's why we always point homeowners and contractors to the official source — Florida DBPR at MyFloridaLicense.com — so you can confirm licensing yourself before money changes hands.
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