The Difference Between a Contractor and Subcontractor
A contractor and subcontractor (or independent contractor) are different. A contractor is hired by a client to do a job/project. A contractor provides labor, services, and all equipment and tools. The contractor communicates with the client throughout the project’s duration. A subcontractor is either a company or person/people hired to help a contractor complete a project. […]
Should You Get Your Florida Contractor License?
Yes, and we cannot stress this enough, YES! If you work as a contractor illegally in the state of Florida and are reported, you could face fines or even criminal charges. Even if you know how to fix a pipe and put up walls, if you aren’t licensed, it’s illegal work despite your skill at […]
Do You Need a Contractor’s License in Florida to Paint Professionally?
Yes, you do need a contractor’s license to be a professional painter in Florida across the state, however, if you are a registered contractor, you can work at the local level around you without the state license. If you are a certified contractor, you can work legally anywhere in the state. You need to have at least four […]
How to Get a Marine Contractor License in Florida
There are many different specialties in the construction world and for this article we wanted to focus on the marine specialty contractor license and how you can get it in the state of Florida. Right now, the construction industry is looking for skilled workers, so it’s a great time to enter this field. Contractors enter the […]
Projects that Do or Don’t Require a Contractor License
In Florida, contractors need to be licensed in order to work legally across the state. You need to get your license through the Construction Licensing Board. For example if you wanted to fix someone’s plumbing or layout a pool and install it, you need to be registered and get specific specialty licenses in order to […]
How Many Contract Signatures Do You Need?
The following article was written by Miami Construction Lawyer Alex Barthet and appeared first on TheLienZone. It was re-posted with permission. For more information about Alex and his firm, please visit www.TheLienZone.com and www.Barthet.com. See below for some great information on how many contract signatures you need and if they need to be originals. You might assume that just having one spouse […]
Covid-19 Guidance for Construction Workers
COVID-19 has turned our world upside down. Most businesses and individuals are struggling, whether emotionally, physically, or financially. Many construction workers’ work has been deemed essential during this world pandemic. OSHA has released COVID-19 Guidance for the Construction Workforce to help protect the health and safety of America’s construction workers during these uncertain times. The guidelines are […]
Act Now: Qualify for an Additional Business or Move Your Contractor’s License
Looking to qualify an additional business or move your license? The State of Florida is open for business and so is Licenses, Etc. Call us today at 239-777-1028 and we can get your application in now before the mad rush happens once everything opens back up again due to the pandemic. If you are thinking […]
Get Started on Your Florida Contractor’s License Application Now
Our world has been turned upside down due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Slowly, many states, including Florida are opening back up again in a safe matter so we can return to our normal, daily lives. Even while things aren’t 100 percent back to normal, you can still prepare and apply for your contractor’s license. […]
Get Worker’s Compensation Insurance as a Contractor
As most people know, a contractor’s job is surrounded by potentially dangerous situations. From heavy machinery to tools, contractors have a higher risk of getting in an accident than say someone working at a computer all day. With that said, workplace accidents can happen to anyone at any time in any place. Since accidents can happen whenever, it’s important […]