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FOR FLORIDA HOMEOWNERS

Repairing after Isaias?
Start with the paperwork.

A simple checklist to help you hire safely and keep track of the work on your home.

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A few clear steps, before and during repairs.

KEEP THIS LIST HANDY

Before and during repairs.

You don’t have to keep every detail in your head. Keep a record as you go.

  1. Check the license.

    Look up your contractor at myfloridalicense.com before you sign. Verify the Florida license required for your repairs. An out-of-state license alone isn’t enough.

  2. Get it in writing.

    Price, scope of work, and dates, signed before work starts.

  3. Be careful with big upfront payments.

    Don’t pay cash-only or the full amount before work begins.

  4. Keep every notice.

    Save any Notice of Commencement, Notice to Owner, and receipts in one place.

  5. Ask for releases when you pay.

    Lien releases help protect your home from claims for unpaid work or materials. Ask for releases from the subcontractors and suppliers covered by each payment.

Official guidance: DBPR hurricane guide (PDF) · Florida lien-law guide (PDF) · Florida Statutes § 713.20

PLANNED FLORIDA TOOLS

A clearer project record is in development.

LienGuardian is developing tools to help organize property, repair, permit and contractor records. Feature availability and timing are not yet confirmed.

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Planned project records

  • Property and project details
  • Permit details
  • Contractor records

SAVE THESE CONTACTS

Florida resources.

Official information and help for your next step.

Verify a license
MyFloridaLicense.comor 850-487-1395
Report unlicensed activity
866-532-1440Florida DBPR
Report price gouging
1-866-9-NO-SCAM1-866-966-7226
Insurance help
1-877-MY-FL-CFO1-877-693-5236
Free disaster legal aid for eligible people
833-514-2940Disaster legal-aid information

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