Building Code Administrators and Inspectors Florida Principle and Practice Licensure Practice Exam

Assuming all licenses and insurance are correct, which of the following contractors is prohibited from repairing the asphalt shingles, under warranty on the pitched roof of a small building?

1. Building contractor who originally constructed the building

2. General contractor certified in 1973

3. Registered roofing contractor

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: General contractor certified in 1973

The situation revolves around the specific licensing requirements for roofing work in Florida. A contractor needs to possess the appropriate license to perform specific tasks related to roofing, especially when it comes to warranty work. A general contractor, even if certified since 1973, is limited in the scope of work they can perform. While general contractors can oversee construction projects and have a broad understanding of various building practices, they do not have specialized licensing that allows them to handle roofing work that falls under specific roofing contractor regulations. On the other hand, a registered roofing contractor is explicitly licensed to perform roofing repairs, including those related to warranty work on asphalt shingles. This specialization ensures that the contractor is knowledgeable about the materials, installation techniques, and safety standards necessary for roofing. Therefore, the correct interpretation here is that while the building contractor and the registered roofing contractor have the authorization to perform certain work, the general contractor certified in 1973 lacks the specific credentials to repair roofing under warranty. This regulatory framework aims to ensure that the work is done by those with the appropriate expertise.