Instantly check the DBPR certificate status of any Florida elevator, escalator, or dumbwaiter — by license number or building name. No login required. Free forever.
Data sourced from the Florida DBPR licensed elevator extract. Updated twice weekly. AEP makes no warranty as to completeness or accuracy — always verify directly with DBPR for official status.
In Florida, every elevator, escalator, and dumbwaiter must hold a valid Certificate of Operation issued by the DBPR Division of Hotels and Restaurants. A delinquent certificate means the device is operating without a valid permit — exposing the building owner to significant risk.
Operating a delinquent elevator can result in DBPR fines, sealed (out-of-service) orders, and significantly increased liability if an incident occurs while the certificate is lapsed.
Florida requires two things to reinstate a delinquent certificate: payment of all outstanding DBPR renewal fees and a passing routine annual inspection — both must be satisfied before DBPR will issue a new Certificate of Operation. The fee owed depends on how long the certificate has been delinquent; search your license number above to see the exact amount listed on your DBPR record.
Pay the outstanding DBPR renewal fees, schedule a passing routine annual inspection with a licensed elevator inspector, and ensure a valid service maintenance contract is on file. Not sure where to start? AEP can help you navigate the process.
Alliance Elevator Professionals is owned by a nationally accredited Florida elevator inspector. We know the DBPR reinstatement process inside and out and can guide you through every step — from understanding what's required to scheduling the inspection that gets your certificate reinstated.
Enter your DBPR license number (digits only) or your building name into the search tool above. Results are drawn directly from the Florida DBPR licensed elevator extract, updated twice weekly.
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) publishes a full extract of every licensed elevator device in the state. AEP downloads and refreshes this data daily.
Florida requires every elevator, escalator, and dumbwaiter to hold a Certificate of Operation issued by DBPR. The certificate expires annually (August 1) and must be renewed after a passed safety inspection.
DBPR can issue fines and stop-use orders. The elevator may be sealed (taken out of service). Building owners also face increased liability if an incident occurs while the certificate is lapsed.
Florida DBPR requires two things: (1) payment of all outstanding renewal fees as listed on your DBPR record — the amount varies based on how long the certificate has been delinquent — and (2) a passing routine annual inspection performed by a licensed elevator inspector. A valid service maintenance contract may also be required. Once both are satisfied, DBPR will issue a new Certificate of Operation. AEP can guide you through the entire process.
DBPR data can lag renewals by several days. Verify directly with DBPR at myfloridalicense.com. If the discrepancy persists, AEP can help you navigate the process.