Florida Bathroom Remodel Permits & Contractor Licensing

Florida has one of the strictest contractor licensing regimes in the country. Verify Certified Residential Contractor (CRC) or Certified General Contractor (CGC) status at myfloridalicense.com before signing.

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At-a-glance

  • Licensing body: Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)
  • License threshold: Certified Residential Contractor (CRC) or Certified General Contractor (CGC) required for all residential remodels
  • Permit authority: County or city building department
  • Typical fees: $150–$600 for a bathroom remodel permit

CRC vs. CGC

CRC (Certified Residential Contractor) covers residential structures up to 3 stories. CGC (Certified General Contractor) covers everything. For a bathroom remodel, CRC is sufficient. Registered contractors (RRC, RGC) are county-limited; certified contractors work statewide.

Florida also requires the contractor to carry general liability insurance and workers' comp before pulling a permit.

Coastal and hurricane requirements

Bathroom remodels don't typically trigger hurricane retrofit requirements, but any exterior wall penetration (new vent fan, new window) does. Miami-Dade and Broward have the strictest requirements (High Velocity Hurricane Zone).

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Not sure which remodeler is right for your Florida home? I'll walk you through a 2-minute guided conversation and, if you want, match you with vetted local providers.

Find your contractor match

Answer a few questions and see who should do your remodel

I'll ask about your project, then match you with a vetted remodeling company for your area. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.

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Frequently asked questions

Can an unlicensed contractor do a bathroom remodel in Florida?+

No. Unlicensed contracting is a criminal offense in Florida for any residential construction project.

Deep-dive planning guides

ADA Bathroom Requirements
Plain-English reference for ADA and aging-in-place bathroom design: clearances, grab bar heights, roll-in showers, toilets, and sinks - with what actually matters at home vs. commercial code.
Bathroom Remodel Timeline
How long a bathroom remodel actually takes, day-by-day breakdown for tub-to-shower, walk-in shower, and full remodels, plus the delays no one warns you about.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion
Everything about converting a bathtub to a walk-in shower: cost ranges, plumbing changes, resale impact, and how to pick between acrylic, tile, and semi-custom options.

Florida-specific planning guides

ADA Bathroom Requirements in Florida
Plain-English reference for ADA and aging-in-place bathroom design: clearances, grab bar heights, roll-in showers, toilets, and sinks - with what actually matters at home vs. commercial code.
Bathroom Remodel Timeline in Florida
How long a bathroom remodel actually takes, day-by-day breakdown for tub-to-shower, walk-in shower, and full remodels, plus the delays no one warns you about.
Tub-to-Shower Conversion in Florida
Everything about converting a bathtub to a walk-in shower: cost ranges, plumbing changes, resale impact, and how to pick between acrylic, tile, and semi-custom options.
Walk-in Shower Guide in Florida
The complete walk-in shower reference: curbless vs. curbed, pan types, glass options, linear vs. center drains, and waterproofing standards that determine 20-year lifespan.
Questions to Ask a Bathroom Remodeler in Florida
The bathroom remodel questionnaire that separates real contractors from ones you'll regret hiring. Licensing, insurance, subs, timeline, payment schedule, warranty, and the questions most homeowners forget to ask.

Permits in other states

Pennsylvania Permits & Licensing
All contractors performing home-improvement work over $5,000/year must register (HIC number)
Maryland Permits & Licensing
All contractors performing home-improvement work of any dollar amount must hold an MHIC license
Virginia Permits & Licensing
Class C license required for projects $1,000–$10,000; Class B $10,000–$120,000; Class A over $120,000
North Carolina Permits & Licensing
General Contractor license required for projects over $30,000
South Carolina Permits & Licensing
Residential builder license required for projects over $5,000; specialty license under that
Georgia Permits & Licensing
Residential Basic Contractor license for projects up to $500,000; Residential Light Commercial over that
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Ready to move forward? In about 2 minutes I'll learn about your project and match you with a vetted remodeling company that fits. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.

Find your contractor match

Answer a few questions and see who should do your remodel

I'll ask about your project, then match you with a vetted remodeling company for your area. You'll also get your personalized BathGuide.

Private · no obligation · takes 2 minutes