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CHOICES
When choosing a contractor a few questions could eliminate potential problems. Informed customers are the best customers
Contractor Verification:
Certified contactors are Insured and State Licensed.
Building Departments:
Call your City or County Building Department. Does the company you are choosing pull permits on a regular basis?
References: Ask for references from known contractors in your area.
DBPR: All reputable contractors are State Licensed and regulated by the Department of Business and Professional Regulations. You can call State of Florida (850)487-1395; or visit their website MyFlorida.com Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Business Reporting Agencies: Any complaints or concerns listed?
WARNING!
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(H C P L A N) - Homeowner & Contractor PLAN
- Homeowner required to pull permit.
- Contractor works only weekends and after hours.
- Proof of occupational license only.
- Large deposits required before job starts.
- Advertising with phone numbers only.
- No contract in writing on Company Letter Head.
These are All Signs of Unlicensed Contracting
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