Do I need a license to install sprinklers in Florida?
State license required
Yes. Florida requires a state license or certification for sprinklers, issued by Florida Division of State Fire Marshal (Ch. 633, F.S.).
- Issuing agency
- Florida Division of State Fire Marshal (Ch. 633, F.S.)
- License / certification types
- Fire Protection Contractor I (all systems), II (water-based), IV (1-2 family/NFPA 13D, must be a certified plumbing contractor), V (underground)
- NICET level
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- State exam
- State certification exam
- Experience / hours
- 4 years verifiable experience for Contractor I/II; Contractor IV: 40-hour NFPA 13D training
- Continuing education
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Renewal cycle
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Reciprocity
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Fees
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
- Notes
- Not stated in source / not yet verified
Source: official page · checked 2026-10-16
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