Boca Raton Handyman / Home Contractor License Requirements (2026)

📋 Your checklist

State

1. Florida contractor license (DBPR CILB) — when needed
   A handyman without a state license may only do casual, minor jobs under $2,500 total (labor + materials), not split to dodge the limit, and may not advertise as a "contractor". Bigger or structural, roofing, electrical, plumbing or HVAC work needs the right license.
   ⏰ If licensed: verify your renewal date on your DBPR license
   Source: Florida Statutes §489.103 (contractor license exemptions)
2. Business name and entity filings (Sunbiz)
   LLCs and corporations file an annual report ($138.75 for an LLC). Using a name other than your legal name? Register it as a fictitious name.
   ⏰ Annual report: May 1 ($400 late fee). Fictitious name: renew every 5 years
   Source: Florida Division of Corporations: File Annual Report · Florida Statutes §865.09 (fictitious name registration)

Local (Boca Raton / Palm Beach County)

1. City of Boca Raton Business Tax Receipt
   Most businesses pay $105 a year. One-time fees: $30 application, $50 Certificate of Use, $45 code inspection, $45 fire inspection.
   ⏰ Expires September 30; renewal opens July 1; late penalties after September 30, plus $250 if unpaid by March 1
   Source: City of Boca Raton: Tax Period & Fees
2. Palm Beach County Business Tax Receipt (verify)
   We did not open an official Palm Beach County page; confirm whether a county receipt is needed.
   ⏰ Verify
   Source: City of Boca Raton: Tax Period & Fees