Hurricane Irma
As we continue our recovery and cleanup efforts, please visit the Emergency website for the latest information on openings and closings in Miami-Dade County.
Contractors
Contractors and tradesman working in Miami-Dade County are licensed by Miami-Dade County's Contractor Licensing Section. The Construction Trades Qualifying Board (CTQB) has authority over these types of licenses and scopes of licenses that are issued.
Submit contractor registration applications, updated insurance forms, worker's compensation and/or worker's compensation exemption documentation to [email protected].
- Read the CTQB Rules and Procedures
- Important: Contractor Licensing Category Preemption
Examinations
Examinations for certificates of competency and eligibility are offered once a month. The exams are open book and the required books for each exam category can be found on the licensing requirements for each license.
Continuing Education
Continuing education is an obligation which pertains to professional contractors and tradesmen whether licensed by the State of Florida or Miami-Dade County.
Continuing education is commonly viewed by local licensed construction professionals as one avenue for them to ensure that they can remain competitive by keeping up to date regarding issues that impact the dynamic and challenging construction industry.
File Contractor Complaints
How to file a complaint against licensed or unlicensed contractors, as well as tips on hiring contractors and much more.
Contractor Inquiry and Search
Search a database for Contractors that have been licensed for work on buildings in Miami-Dade County. In addition, searches can be made to find out if Complaints have been filed on Contractors working in Miami-Dade County.

Contractor Online Services
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