WARNING!

HOMEOWNERS FACE
PENALTIES FOR HIRING
UNLICENSED CONTRACTORS

According to Florida Law, consumers who hire unlicensed contractors could face a
fine of up to $5,000.00. Chapter 445.228 of the Florida Statutes allows the Florida
Department of Professional Regulation (DPR) to request the Circuit Court to
impose a civil penalty of $500.00 to $5,000.00 on individuals who aid and abet
unlicensed contractors. You may also be liable for court costs. Aiding and abetting
is defined by the Statue as anyone who employs and unlicensed contractor or
company.
Consumers who hire such a contractor face not only victimization of shoddy
workmanship, no follow-up service, and inferior products; they face potential
difficulties with the law.
Make sure you see a copy of their Certificate of Competency and Workers
Compensation Insurance. If info cannot be furnished they are not licensed.


To check as to a contractor's license, call:

BROWARD COUNTY
Contractor Licensing 954-765-4400 Ext. #2
Building and Permitting 954-765-4400 Ext. #8