Legal Question in Construction Law in Florida

Handyman businesses in Florida, what are my boundaries, as far as job costs and services provided?


Asked on 4/07/14, 7:50 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Barry Kaufman The Law Office of Barry W. Kaufman

You can do anything that you are capable of doing, as long as you do not do something which requires a contractor's license. Painting, lawn care, replacing a piece of trim, etc. The kinds of things your wife would want you to do on a Saturday afternoon is generally OK. Replace a sink, fine. Move the sink (which of course requires that you move the plumbing) is not OK. Generally if it involves anything to with the structure of the house, installing or moving plumbing or electricity or outlets, you can't do it, because those tasks require a license. Don't be afraid to call the state or your local licensing authorities.

The one thing you don't want is to be doing is construction work without a license. Bad consequences when you get caught.

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Answered on 4/23/14, 2:18 pm


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