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Facts You Should Know Before Hiring A Contractor.
You should make sure the contractor has a current state-issued license. You can do so by either calling 850-487-1395 or checking the MyFloridaLicense.com website.
According to the Department of Business and Professional Regulations, if you hire someone without a contractor’s license and they have you pull the permit, you are putting yourself at financial risk.
Chapter 489.103(7), Florida Statutes: Owners of property must supervise the work being performed. Any person working on your building who is not licensed must be employed by you, which means that you must deduct F.I.C.A. and withholding tax and provide workers’ compensation for that employee.
Without having workers’ comp. insurance, you could be held liable for any injuries received on your property and your homeowners insurance would probably be of no help to you if the work being performed required a licensed contractor.
Chapter 455.227, Florida Statutes: Any person who knowingly aides, assists, procures, employs or advises an unlicensed individual can be charged with first degree misdemeanor and may face fines of up to $5,000 for each offense.
You should speak to your local building department if you are unsure of whether your project will require pulling a permit or not. |
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