• How do I go about selecting a contractor to do my work?
    Home improvement and repairs are necessary and common.  It is up to the consumer to do their part in selecting a reputable and reliable contractor.  The general guidelines and cautions contained in our "Choosing the Right Contractor Brochure" are suggested when shopping for a contractor.   To view a list of CCCIA members, please visit our membership directory.  Call the City of Cape Coral's City Clerk's Licensing Division at 574-0425 to verify if a particular contractor is licensed to do work in Cape Coral.

  • How do I report unlicensed contractor activity in the City of Cape Coral?
    Unlicensed contractors pose a large hazard for all and is not taken lightly. The CCCIA, in conjunction with the City of Cape Coral, has established a Contractor Hotline. To report unlicensed contractors call 239-574-0425.

  • How do I file a complaint against a contractor?
    The building of a home and general home improvements can pose many difficult problems and potentially lead to complaints for consumers. To register a formal complaint against a contractor, contact the Department of Business and Professional Regulation at 1-800-342-7940 or 1-850-487-1395, or download a contractor complaint form. Complete the form and return it to: BPD Consumer Services, 1940 N Monroe Street, Tallahassee, FL 32399.

  • What steps can I take to become a better informed consumer when choosing a contractor?
    An informed consumer is one that:
    - Asks questions
    - Does preliminary investigative work
    - Checks credentials and shops within their means

    Our hope is that this information will help you when choosing your home builder.

    THE FLORIDA CONSTRUCTION LIEN LAW (FLORIDA STATUE 713)
    The Construction Lien Law in Florida provides that states that those who work or provide materials for your property and are not paid in full may have a right to enforce their claim for payment against your property. This claim is known as the Construction Lien.

    A Notice of Commencement must be filed with the Clerk of Circuit Court before beginning home construction.

    If you intend to get financing, consult with your lender before recording your Notice of Commencement (NOC). The NOC should be posted at the job site to let all parties know who to notify regarding payment.

    A Notice to Owner may be sent to you during the construction of your home. These notices are to let you know that the sender has supplied materials or provided labor/services for your home.

    It is important that you contact your builder to obtain a Waiver and Release of Lean upon progress payment (this is during your construction phase). This document states that partial payment has been made, i.e., first rough.