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Fl Keys Building Contractors

Protect Yourself and Your Home ! Hire a Licensed Contractor !

Did you know that Monroe County requires all contractors to hold a Certificate of Competency (a-k-a Contractor’s License) in their trade, as well as Liability and Worker’s Compensation Insurance?

Did you know there is NO “Handyman”license in Monroe County? Here are some of the reasons why you should always hire a licensed contractor:

If the work performed by the unlicensed contractor is unsafe, does not meet code, or is left unfinished, you may have no recourse-

If the unlicensed contractor or his employee(s) is/are injured on your property, you may be liable-

By hiring an unlicensed contractor you are subject to a citation in the amount of $150-00 for aiding and abetting unlicensed activity-

The unlicensed contractor is subject to a citation in the amount of $500-00 for not having a Certificate of Competency and/or proper insurance as required under Monroe County law-

Your project will be stopped, and if applicable, after-the-fact fines may be assessed for work done without benefit of a permit-

Don’t confuse an “occupational license” for a Certificate of Competency-  If your contractor is licensed, they will be able to provide you with proof, and be happy to do so-

THE FOLLOWING TRADES REQUIRE A CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY

(A CONTRACTOR’S LICENSE):

Acoustical ceiling

Aluminum specialties

Asphalt sealing and coating

Burglar alarms

Cabinet and millwork

Demolition

Drilling auger

Drywall

Fence erection

Fire alarm

Flooring

Garage door opener/installation

Glazing

Heating, ventilation and A/C duct installation

House setter

Insulation

Landscaping

Lawn sprinkler

Low voltage

Masonry

Mobile home maintenance and repair

Mobile home set-up and tie-down

Painting and decorating

Plastering

Satellite, TV antenna, telephone and other communications equipment installation

Septic tank cleaning

Sign electrician

Sign erection

Solar window tinting

Steel reinforcing and iron

Tile, marble and terrazzo

Waterproofing and roof painting

If you are unsure about whom you’re hiring, or need to check a license, please contact any of the following offices:

Monroe County Building Department

Marathon: 305-289-2583

Plantation Key: 305-852-7100

Stock Island: 305-292-4490

Monroe County Code Enforcement

Marathon: 305-289-2819

Plantation Key: 305-852-7135

Stock Island: 305-292-4495

About The Keys:
Welcome to The Florida Keys, home to what is best about Florida’s Upper Keys and the Islamorada region! Just imagine sun drenched beaches, crystal blue warm waters and soft tropical breezes. That’s what awaits you here in the Keys. We also believe you’ll find this incredible area and its lifestyle choices a wonderful place to live, just like we do. On our site you’ll find the knowledge and resources necessary for exploring the Upper Florida Keys and the Islamorada Real estate markets.
LIVING IN PARADISE
When you discover you have fallen in love with the area, and just can’t bear the thought of going back to the rigors of life on the mainland, Jan Keller and Charlotte Porter can help you find your new Islamorada Real Estate waterfront home, by taking you on tours aboard one of Capt. Scott’s fine boats. Catch a bonefish in your backyard, or hop aboard your very own “sport fish” and head out to the Atlantic in search of billfish. Whatever your preference, you can’t beat the joys of home ownership in Paradise.You may also decide you’re not quite ready for retirement and you want to buy a business. No problem. Jan can help you find either an established business or a location to get you started in a new one. Not ready to make the commitment of purchasing? Let us find just the right rental property for you. Whatever your needs, relocation is just a phone call away, and we are the people to contact.

Charlotte Porter REALTOR®
Coldwell Banker Schmitt
Direct: 305-289-6628
Cell: 305-393-2749
Office: 305-664-4470
Fax: 305-664-4111
cpre@bellsouth.net

Jan Keller REALTOR®
Coldwell Banker Schmitt
Direct: 305-289-6623
Cell: 305-664-7069
Office: 305-664-4470
Fax: 305-664-4111
Jankeller1@msn.com