Application Specialist
Services
DBPR Approved Construction Industry Provider
License# PVD1573
Whether you have an existing business, starting a brand-new venture, or applying as an individual it's our mission to get you licensed as quickly as possible.
We have a winning formula for fast approval with a 99% success rate!
Services Include:
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Credit Reports: Personal for the applicant & Businesses to be qualified (up to $195 value).
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Selecting the correct CILB application for your unique situation (over 200 application options).
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Guiding you through the fingerprinting livescan process with a state approved provider.
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Simulated board review & work history formatting (most frequent reason cited for denial).
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Writing the job narratives with key language and in the correct format for board approval.
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Criminal history writeup (if applicable) with disposition and outcome explanation.
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Staying with you through the submission process, monitoring the state database and updating you as the application review is being processed and through completion.
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If necessary, we quickly respond to any Request For Information (RFI) or deficiencies on your behalf.
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We stay with you through the approval process, helping you print & link your new DBPR contractor's license.
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Once your license is issued, we offer Continuing Education course at a 50% discount for our application customers. Construction Industry Education Provider License #PVD1573.
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Services Excluded:
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DBPR Application Fee varies throughout the year, and application type ($50 - $350).
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Fingerprint "Livescan" fee (approx. $50).
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Sunbiz registration & foreign entity (if applicable) for out-of-state companies.
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Financial Responsible Officer application is a separate application (if applicable).
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If the applicant has a credit score < 660 FICO, the DBPR requires a 14-hour financial responsibility course to be completed (by others).
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Qualifying additional businesses (2 or more) requires a additional credit reports.
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* CILB: Construction Industry Licensing Board
* DBPR: Department on Business & Professional Regulation
* ECLB: Electrical Contractor Licensing Board
Why Choose Application Specialist for Florida Contractor Licensing?
The State of Florida maintains strict regulatory requirements for licensing construction contractors. Navigating the approval process alone can cause costly delays. At Application Specialist, our licensing experts know exactly what it takes to get your application approved on the first review. We are proud of our 99% success rate and won't submit your final draft until we are certain your application meets all state standards for approval.
The Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) & Electrical Contractor Licensing Board (ECLB) hold full authority to review, grant, or deny licenses under Florida Statutes Chapter 489, Chapter 455, and Florida Administrative Code 61G4. We specialize in streamlining DBPR CILB application management so you can focus on growing your business.
Start with the Basics
FL Contractor's License
Application Specialist
Application Expediting
We'll get the application completed quickly & accurately. The state requires a lot of information, the standard application is over 22 pages long, with many attachments & very detailed and targeted questions. If this is not done correctly you may have to appear before the board. We'll get the application ready for DBPR review. We know how to help get your application approved as quickly as possible.
Background Checks
One of the 1st things that needs to get completed are the "Livescan Fingerprints" from a state approved company. You'll need to provide them with a specific ORI number for construction. The results will be uploaded to a state database. The results are valid for up to 1 year. We'll guide you through this process.
Credit Checks
Personal & Business Credit Checks, must be completed by a state approved vendor for federal & state results. The results are valid for 6 months.
Personal FICO credit score of 660 is preferred. If you do not have the 660 FICO, you'll need to take a 14hr financial responsibility course.
Insurance
Workers Compensation coverage or exemption is required. If you're having trouble finding workers compensation, we can guide you to alternative solutions.
Public Liability Insurance is required: General & Building Contractors must carry $300,000 Liability / $50,000 Property Damage. All other licensing categories must carry $100,000 Liability / $25,000 Property Damage
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Registration & Certification
Do you have a business already or do you want to start a brand new company? We can guide you through the process of starting a business in Florida, and registering your business with the IRS to receive a EIN.
Why Florida Contractors Trust Application Specialist:
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99% Success Rate: We review every job history narrative, credit report, and background check to ensure 100% board readiness before submission.
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Florida Licensing Expertise: We specialize in Florida Statutes Chapter 489 and Chapter 455 and Florida Administrative Code 61G4. We have qualifying agents on staff that hold multiple license types.
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DBPR & CILB Knowledge: We handle direct communications and paperwork standards for the Department of Business & Professional Regulation (DBPR), the Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), and the Electrical Contractor Licensing Board (ECLB).