What Skills are Needed to be a Contractor 

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In the construction industry, there are many fields and specialties that require certain skills, licenses, and experience to do the job.   Besides acquiring a license and getting hands-on experience, do you know what skills you need? Construction workers need a variety of different mental and physical skills to be good at their jobs.  As a construction licensing […]

Reasons to work with a Florida Contractor Licensing Company  

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If you want to get your Florida contractor’s license, the easiest way to do it is with a contractor licensing company. We are professionals and skilled at getting people licensed in many specialties.   If you hire a contractor licensing company, like our team at Licenses, Etc., we will do all the heavy lifting for you We will get information from you and properly […]

Get Your Contractor License to Install Drywall  

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If you want to legally install drywall, you will need a contractor’s license in the state of Florida.   Drywall contractors do the installation and repairs of dry wall in buildings and homes. Drywall is also known as gypsum, wall board, and sheetrock. Drywall contractors work will other contractors and homeowners and business or building owners.  […]

Registered Vs. Certified Contractor in Florida 

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In Florida, there is a difference between a registered contractor and a certified contractor.    According to the Florida DBPR (Department of Business & Professional Regulation, a certified contractor is someone who passed the state licensing examination to become licensed (except in cases of Grandfathering and Endorsement). Certified licensees can work anywhere within the State of […]

Hidden Hazards on a Job Site 

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During the current COVD-19 pandemic, businesses and people all over the country and world have paid attention to their safety protocols, and amped them up.   When it comes to construction jobs, COVID-19 is just one more thing to properly prepare for when it comes to safety. Contractor jobs are known to be a bit more […]

What is a Florida Mold Assessor?  

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A mold assessor is a type of contracting job in which a person must be licensed to perform the tasks of the job. In Florida, mold can easily be found anywhere due to muggy, moist, hot, and humid weather and conditions.    Mold is a health hazard and must be dealt with fast as it can cause people to […]

Quick FAQ About Florida Contractor Licensing: Part 2

Quick FAQ About Florida Contractor Licensing: Part 2  If you’re hesitating to get your contractor license due to the application process, don’t delay any longer. We are here to help you get through the contractor license application process. We work hard to get you licenses.   As a Florida contractor licensing company, our team at Licenses, Etc. makes sure you have […]

A Bad Day for Architects

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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 if architects need to have contracts reviewed by legal advisors before taking on job supervision.  A recent decision should have architects thinking […]

Quick FAQ About Florida Contractor Licensing: Part 1 

If you think getting a contractor license in Florida is hard, think again. The contractor licensing application process can be easy when you work with a contractor licensing company like us at Licenses, Etc.   We do all the heavy lifting for you! We make sure you have the right requirements, passed the exams, and meet all the […]

Can You Get a Handyman License?  

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A handyman is a person who can perform a lot of “odd” jobs. However, is a handyman certified and licensed to do this work? Is it illegal to do handyman jobs?   Unfortunately, there isn’t a contractor license that exists that allows a person to do it all. You can’t get a license to fix a […]