Plumbing Contractor Permit Requirements in Orlando, FL

1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

   Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC/corporation. Free from the IRS.

   Official government source

   Free·Immediate (online application)

   Free

   Immediate (online application)

1. Florida Certified Plumbing Contractor License

   Florida offers two plumbing contractor license types: Certified (statewide) and Registered (local). The Certified Plumbing Contractor license is issued by the Florida DBPR Construction Industry Licensing Board (s. 489.105(3), F.S.). Applicants must pass the state examination, demonstrate qualifying experience (e.g., 4 years of trade experience including at least 1 year as a foreman, or approved education/experience combinations — s. 489.111, F.S.), attest to public liability and property damage insurance of $100,000/$25,000 (Rule 61G4-15.003, F.A.C.), and carry workers' compensation coverage or an exemption.

   Official government source

   $245 application fee if applying May 1 of an even year through Aug 31 of an odd year, or $145 if applying Sep 1 of an odd year through Apr 30 of an even year (per DBPR form CILB 5-M); examination fees paid separately to the exam vendor; renewal fees per the current DBPR schedule·4–8 weeks

   $245 application fee if applying May 1 of an even year through Aug 31 of an odd year, or $145 if applying Sep 1 of an odd year through Apr 30 of an even year (per DBPR form CILB 5-M); examination fees paid separately to the exam vendor; renewal fees per the current DBPR schedule

   4–8 weeks

2. Florida Workers' Compensation Insurance

   Required for all Florida plumbing contractors with employees. Florida is strict about workers' comp compliance.

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   Varies by payroll·1–5 days

   Varies by payroll

   1–5 days

3. Florida Business Entity Registration (if applicable)

   LLCs and corporations must register with the Florida Division of Corporations (Sunbiz).

   Official government source

   $125 (LLC filing fee)·3–5 business days (online filing)

   $125 (LLC filing fee)

   3–5 business days (online filing)

1. Orange County — Contractor Competency Card

   Plumbing contractors with a Florida state Certified Plumbing Contractor license may pull permits in Orange County and Orlando without a county credential. Contractors without state certification must qualify locally (competency exam) and register with the state as registered contractors before pulling permits. Confirm requirements and fees with the Orange County Division of Building Safety.

   Official government source

   Confirm current fees with the Orange County Division of Building Safety contractor licensing section·2–4 weeks

   Confirm current fees with the Orange County Division of Building Safety contractor licensing section

   2–4 weeks

2. City of Orlando Business Tax Receipt

   All businesses operating in the City of Orlando must obtain a Business Tax Receipt (formerly Occupational License) from City of Orlando Permitting Services (407-246-2204), plus an Orange County Business Tax Receipt.

   Official government source

   Varies by business classification; the City of Orlando does not publish a flat range — confirm with City of Orlando Permitting Services, (407) 246-2204 / [email protected]·1–2 weeks

   Varies by business classification; the City of Orlando does not publish a flat range — confirm with City of Orlando Permitting Services, (407) 246-2204 / [email protected]

   1–2 weeks

Official Sources

• Florida DBPR — Construction Industry Licensing
• Orange County — Contractor Licensing

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