How it works
Describe the project
Trade, scope, location, and timeline. Add photos and a budget range if you have one — the more detail, the more accurate the bids.
Subcontractors submit bids
Crews working in the Orlando metro see your job and respond with pricing and availability. You don't field a dozen cold calls.
Compare and choose
Review bids side by side, check each contractor's Florida license, then pick the one that fits your budget and schedule.
What kinds of projects fit
Anything the trades in this directory handle — from a single repair to a full replacement or remodel.
What to have ready
Bids are only as good as the information behind them. Have these five things ready and you'll get numbers you can actually compare.
- A clear scope — what needs doing, and how much of it (square footage, number of fixtures, rooms affected).
- Photos of the work area, including any damage or existing equipment and model numbers.
- Your timeline — ASAP, a specific window, or flexible.
- A budget range, even a rough one, so bidders can propose the right level of work.
- Access details — gated community, HOA approval needed, tenant-occupied, pets on site.
Verify before you hire
Check every bidder's Florida license
Roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general contracting all require a state license in Florida. Ask any bidder for their license number and look it up in the public Florida DBPR license database. That is the same public record this directory cross-references — see our methodology.
Questions homeowners ask
How much does it cost to post a job?
Posting a project and receiving bids is free for homeowners. You only pay the contractor you choose to hire, at the price you agree on.
How many bids will I get?
It depends on the trade, the scope, and your timeline. Well-described projects with photos and a realistic timeline usually attract the most bids, because subcontractors can price them accurately without a site visit.
Are the subcontractors licensed?
Florida requires a state license for trades like roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and general contracting. Before you hire anyone, look up their license number in the Florida DBPR license database — the same public record this directory cross-references.
Can I still contact a specific contractor from this directory?
Yes. Every contractor profile on Orlando Contractor Finder has a contact form that sends your message straight to that business. Posting a job is an alternative for homeowners who would rather compare several bids at once.
What information should I include in my project post?
Include the trade you need, a clear description of the work, the property's city, your preferred timeline, and any measurements or model numbers you know. Photos of the work area and a rough budget range help subcontractors understand the job and prepare more accurate bids.
What happens after I submit my project?
Your project is shared with relevant subcontractors working in the Orlando area. Interested subs review the details and send bids with their pricing and availability. You can compare the responses, ask follow-up questions, verify licenses, and choose who to hire — you are not obligated to accept any bid.
What if I only need a small repair?
Small jobs work too. Be specific about the scope so subcontractors can decide quickly whether it fits their schedule, and mention if you need the work done urgently.
Ready to get bids?
Post your project on Knuckl and let Orlando-area subcontractors come to you.