Florida residential contractor license

License codes: CRC (certified, works statewide) and RR (registered, local areas only).

What it generally covers

✓ Often includes: Home construction, remodels, additions and repairs, with some limits on building size.
✗ Often needs a different license: Commercial work and larger buildings, which often need a different license.

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 257 active licenses
Orlando 142 active licenses
Miami 119 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.