Florida general contractor license

License codes: CGC (certified, works statewide) and RG (registered, local areas only).

What it generally covers

✓ Often includes: General construction work such as new buildings, additions, remodels and structural work.
✗ Often needs a different license: Specialty trades like plumbing, electrical, A/C and roofing, which often need their own licensed contractor.

General summary Informational only, not legal advice. The exact scope of each license is set by Florida Statutes chapter 489 and DBPR rules, and can depend on the job. Verify on myfloridalicense.com or ask your local building department.

By city

Tampa 891 active licenses
Orlando 747 active licenses
Miami 3,097 active licenses

Source: Florida DBPR public licensee data files (construction and electrical contractor extracts), last updated Oct 28, 2026. Only licenses DBPR marks current and active, with a mailing address in this city, are listed.