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# All-Pro Electrical and Air Conditioning is licensed and insured. You can trust All-Pro to perform top quality work, and we will stand behind it!

Unfortunately many people think they can save money by using unlicensed contractors.

## Dangers of Hiring Unlicensed Contractors

**Fines for the homeowner:** Hiring an unlicensed contractor is a violation of Florida Statute 455.228 which can result in a civil penalty of up to $5,000 for the home or business owner, and you could be liable for the court costs on top of that.

Also, if an unlicensed contractor files bankruptcy or skips out while working on your home or business, you are responsible for all fines, unpaid bills to suppliers, and for the wages of employees who worked for the unlicensed contractor.

**Poor qualifications:** Unlicensed individuals have not demonstrated the education, insurance, or qualification required of a licensed contractor. This can leave you with poor quality work or unfinished projects, which means that you could spend more money hiring another contractor to repair or finish the project.

**Possible criminal background:** Unlicensed individuals frequently have criminal backgrounds that may include fraud, theft, violent crime, sexual offenses, and substance abuse.

**Likelihood of becoming the victim of a scam:** Unlicensed individuals often disappear after taking your money, leaving you with very few options to help you get your money back or your work completed.

**No coverage under homeowner’s policy:** Homeowner's insurance does not cover unlicensed contractors so the homeowner is held responsible for hiring an unlicensed contractor and is therefore accountable for any work associated with the contractor. If an unlicensed contractor's carelessness leads to injury or damage to you or your neighbor’s property, you will be held accountable.

**Noncompliance with building codes:** Most projects, even small ones, require permits and inspections that unlicensed contractors ignore or are unfamiliar with. If your project isn't permitted or doesn’t comply with the building code, you may have to remove or repair the work at your own expense and be subject to fines by local government.

**Voided warranties:** Installations performed by an unlicensed contractor void the manufacturer's warranty so you could be spending thousands of dollars on a unit that is not covered if it fails.

**Hiring an unlicensed contractor is not worth the risk!**

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