In the construction world, timing is everything. Whether you're pouring concrete or pulling permits, missing a deadline can halt a project in its tracks. The same goes for your license. For those under the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), certified licenses are valid for two years, and the renewal deadline is August 31st of even-numbered years. If you haven't completed your 14-Hour Florida Construction Continuing Education yet, it’s time to get off the sidelines

In the Florida construction industry, "close enough" only works in horseshoes and hand grenades. When you sit for the General Contractor exam, the DBPR isn't testing just your experience; they are testing your ability to find exact information in a specific set of manuals. Using an edition from three years ago is a guaranteed way to lose points on questions where the code or the law has shifted.

Showing up to this exam without professional prep is like showing up to a multi-million dollar commercial build with a plastic hammer. You might have the heart, but you don't have the tools to finish the job. At Florida Construction Academy (FCA), we don't just teach you the code, we teach you how to win the "Search and Destroy" mission that is a Florida state exam.

The Department of Business and Professional Regulation (Department) sends this notice to remind Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) licensed contractors that it is against the law to perform any act which assists a person or entity in engaging in the prohibited uncertified and unregistered practice of contracting, which includes obtaining permits on behalf of unlicensed individuals. Any such act constitutes aiding and assisting unlicensed activity.

🛠 Florida’s specialty contractor licensing rules are changing in 2025. Learn which local licenses expire, how SB 1142 reshapes requirements, and what you need to do to become state-certified. This guide covers license types, DBPR compliance, and the step-by-step path to certification, plus expert support from Florida Construction Academy to make the transition smooth and frustration-free.

new regulations for roofing contractors in Florida. These changes impact roof-to-wall connections, contract cancellation rights, and required contract language for roofing work performed after a state of emergency declaration.