Florida General Contractor Guide 3

Question 1

How often must a Florida certified general contractor license be renewed?

Accepted Answer

Every 2 years (biennially)

Answer

Contractor licenses in Florida are renewed on a two-year cycle.

Question 2

How many hours of continuing education are generally required per renewal period?

Accepted Answer

14 hours

Answer

Florida requires 14 hours of approved continuing education each two-year renewal period.

Question 3

Which of the following must a certified contractor maintain to keep the license active?

Accepted Answer

Workers' compensation and liability insurance

Answer

Contractors must maintain public liability and workers' compensation insurance as required by law.

Question 4

Failure to renew a license on time typically results in it becoming:

Accepted Answer

Delinquent, then null and void if not addressed

Answer

An unrenewed license becomes delinquent and eventually null and void if not reactivated.

Question 5

What is the minimum general liability insurance often required for a general contractor?

Accepted Answer

$300,000 for public liability

Answer

General contractors are commonly required to carry at least $300,000 in public liability coverage.

Florida General Contractor Practice Test