Month: August 2016

What is A Sheet Metal Contractor?

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Interested in becoming a contractor? Have you thought about what kind? There are lots of specialized types of contracting jobs to choose from. In this article, we will talk about one specific kind of contractor: a sheet metal contractor. This article will give a brief overview of this particular contracting field and position.

According to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulations, a sheet metal contractor is defined as a contractor whose services are unlimited in the sheet metal trade. This contractor “has the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary for the manufacture, fabrication, assembling, handling, erection, installation, dismantling, conditioning, adjustment, insulation, alteration, repair, servicing, or design (if not prohibited by the law) of ferrous or nonferrous metal work of U.S. No. 10 gauge of its equivalent or lighter gauge and of other materials, including, but not limited to, fiberglass, used in lieu thereof and of air-handling systems, including the setting of air-handling equipment and reinforcement of same, the balancing of air-handling systems, and any duct cleaning and equipment sanitizing that requires at least a partial disassembling of the system.”

In order to be this type of contractor, a person must have a high school diploma or equivalent and an apprenticeship.  Apprenticeships, time at a technical school, or just learning on the job is how sheet metal workers gain their skills. The number of sheet metal workers as of 2014 was 141,000 in America. As of May 2015, the average pay for a sheet metal worker was $45,750. It is projected

In this position, workers often lift heavy materials and stand for long periods of time; this position requires a lot of bending, climbing, and squatting. Most positions are full time. This career is considered extremely varied and diversified in all of the skilled trades. Things sheet metal workers deal with also include the development of restaurant equipment, automobiles, precision equipment, outdoor signs, handrails, column wraps, and more. They also work with plastic and fiber glass. They utilizing math, pattern layout development methods, create #D drawings, work with power tools, and are involved in heating ventilation and air condition of commercial buildings and private residences.

If this sounds like a promising career path for you, it’s time for you to get your contractor’s license. We specialize in helping people with the contractor licensing process. We make it easy and simple. To learn more or get started, click here of call 239-777-1028.

 

What is A Roof Contractor?

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Thinking about a career in contracting? Went to a trade school and want to take your skill further? Contractors are so valuable for many things in this country. You’ll always be able to find work as a contractor. However, there are several specialties within contracting. In this article, we still touch upon the basic information and facts regarding a career as a roof contractor.

According to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulations, a roofing contractor is defined as a contractor whose “services are unlimited in the roofing trade and who has the experience, knowledge, and skill to install, maintain, repair, alter, extend, or design, if not prohibited by law, and use materials and items used in the installation, maintenance, extension, and alteration of all kinds of roofing, waterproofing, and coating, except when coating is not represented to protect, repair, waterproof, stop leaks, or extend the life of the roof. The scope of work of a roofing contractor also includes skylights and any related work, required roof-deck attachments, and any repair or replacement of wood roof sheathing or fascia as needed during roof repair or replacement and any related work.”

To be a roofer, no formal education credentials are needed, but on-the-job training or an apprenticeship will allow for a person to gain the skills needed for this position.

As of 2015, the average pay for a roofer was $36,720. In 2014, 123,400 people held jobs as roofers, and there will be an increase in the number of jobs available in this field by 13 percent by 2024.

Roofers have a demanding job in the physical sense; they do a lot of heavy lifting, climbing, bending, kneeling, and more. Often times, they have to deal with working in not-so-great-weather like really hot temperatures, because summer time is a popular time people get work done on their roofs. As long as there are roofs on buildings, roofers will have jobs!

Want to be a roof contractor? In order to practice, you’ll need to get your Florida’s contractor license. The contractor licensing process can be complex and confusing, so we are here to help you get through the process and receive your license fast and easy with no rejection or setbacks. To get your contractor license, click here or call 239-777-1028.

What is a Plumbing Contractor?

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If you’re thinking about becoming a contractor, one specialty in contracting that is truly essential to everyday life for people is plumbing. Interested in becoming a plumber? How much do you actually know about the profession? Below, we have shared some basic information about plumbing. From there, you can decide whether a career as a plumbing contractor is right for you!
According to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, a plumbing contractor is a contractor whose serves are unlimited in the plumbing trade. This includes contracting business “of the execution of contracts requiring the experience, financial means, knowledge, and skill to install, maintain, repair, alter, extend, or, if not prohibited by law, design plumbing.” A plumbing contractor’s job includes installation, maintenance, repairs, alterations, and designing in the following: sanitary drainage or storage drainage facilities, water plants, sewer plants, venting systems, water supply systems, septic tanks, wells, swimming pool piping, irrigation systems, and solar heating water systems and all appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in boilers, pressure process piping, water, natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas and related venting, and storm and sanitary sewer lines. The plumber does not need to obtain an additional local license, certificate, or registration for this work.
Plumbers also work with: fire line standpipes, chemical lines, drain cleaning, and medical gas systems on public and private property. Plumbers are often on call, because problems with pipes can happen at any time! For a full definition of this profession by the state, click here.
As of 2015, plumbers made an average of $50,620 a year. Most people start out as a plumber by attending a technical school, followed an apprenticeship. Most states require plumbers to be licensed. In 2014, there were 425,000 plumbers in the United States.
Plumbers work in private residences, corporate offices, factories, businesses, and any other place with pipes or septic systems. Unfortunately, a job in plumbing has a high rate of injury and illnesses.
From 2014 to 2024, it is predicted that there will be a 12 percent job increase in the plumbing field, which is considered faster than most occupations. If you’re looking into becoming a licensed plumber, we can help you get that license! Although licenses aren’t always required for specific jobs, people do trust plumbers that are certified with a license. We make getting your Florida contractor’s license simple and easy. To start the process, reach out to us today! Click here or call us at 239-777-1028.

What is A Mechanical Contractor?

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If you’re thinking about going into a trade for your future career path, it’s a smart decision. Trade occupations, particularly in contracting, pay well, and there are always jobs available across the country, all year long. There are many contracting job specialties out there. In this article, we will focus on the specialty: mechanical contractor. Here, we will share some basic information and facts about the job, and you will be able to decide if this is the right contracting specialty for you to go into!

According to the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, a mechanical contractor is a contractor who offers services that are unlimited in “the execution of contracts requiring the experience, knowledge, and skill to install, maintain, repair, fabricate, alter, extend, or design, if not prohibited by law, central air-conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ventilating systems, including duct work in connection with a complete system if such duct work is performed by the contractor as necessary to complete an air-distribution system, boiler and unfired pressure vessel systems, lift station equipment and piping, and all appurtenances, apparatus, or equipment used in connection therewith, and any duct cleaning and equipment sanitizing that requires at least a partial disassembling of the system.”

For a fuller, more descriptive definition of what a mechanical contractor is defined as by the state of Florida, click here. Here, you can also read when a license is needed for this profession or not.

For this job, long-term, on-the-job training is essential because a lot of the systems, like HVAC system, are complex to work with. For the most part, employers prefer applicants with a postsecondary education and those who go through an apprenticeship.

In 2015, the average pay for a mechanical contractor is $45,110 a year. In 2014, there were 292,000 mechanical contractors in the United States. From 2014 to 2024, it is predicted that there will be a 14 percent increase in the number of mechanical contractor jobs available, which is a much faster increase than the national average for other occupations.

If you’re thinking about becoming a mechanical contractor or any other type of contractor, reach out to us! We are a company that specializes in helping people get their contractor’s license. We will let you know if you need a license, and we will do the application process for you. We make the process easy and simple, and 95% of our applications get approved the first time without rejection! To get started on your contractor license process, call us today at 239-777-1028 or click here.