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Florida

State-level license requiredLast verified May 23, 2026

Florida regulates low-voltage work through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Electrical Contractors' Licensing Board. The state has distinct licensing categories for low-voltage: Specialty Electrical Contractor classifications ES, EF, and EG cover alarm systems, low-voltage installation, and limited energy. Most low-voltage installers fall under one of these specialty categories.

Regulatory agency

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)

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License classifications

The license types relevant to low-voltage work in Florida.

  • ES - Specialty Electrical / Burglar Alarm Specialty

    ~$209 fee

    Installation, repair, alteration, and addition of burglar alarm and related low-voltage signaling systems.

    Exam required

  • EF - Fire Alarm Specialty

    ~$209 fee

    Fire alarm systems including detection, signaling, and sprinkler monitoring tied to the fire alarm panel.

    Exam required

  • EG - Specialty Limited Energy

    ~$209 fee

    Low-voltage systems under 98 volts including data, communications, sound, intercom, and similar. The most common classification for cabling and networking.

    Exam required

State-wide requirements

General liability minimum
$300,000
Workers' compensation
Required if you have employees
Continuing education
14 hours per renewal
Renewal cycle
Every 2 years

Common pitfalls

Mistakes we see installers make when navigating Florida licensing.

  • Florida licenses the QUALIFIER (individual person) and separately registers the BUSINESS. You need both - a qualifier license alone doesn't let your company contract.
  • Local jurisdictions may require additional 'competency cards' - some counties (Miami-Dade, Broward) have their own contractor licensing on top of the state license.
  • Certified vs Registered: certified licenses are state-issued and work statewide; registered licenses are county-issued and only work in the issuing county.

Reciprocity

Florida has limited reciprocity for some classifications but most low-voltage applicants must sit for the Florida exam.

Sources

Last verified May 23, 2026. See something out of date? Email us.

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Disclaimer: This page summarizes public regulatory information for the convenience of low-voltage installers. It is not legal advice. State requirements change. Always verify current rules with the state agency before applying for, renewing, or relying on a license.