In order for businesses and mobile RV repair technicians in the State of Florida to install, service or repair LP gas containers, systems, or appliances they need to be licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Not only is each mobile technician required to be State qualified, any business (e.g. LLC) offering such services must itself also be licensed with the State of Florida. Willful failure to do so is a felony of the third degree.
As consumers, how can we tell if the business we hire is properly licensed to work on our RV gas appliances or system? It’s easy, just do a simple check via the FDACS business lookup tool provided on the Department’s official website. In fact, all you need is the business name to search for a complete list of all the licenses that that particular business holds in Florida. And as you’d expect, any out-of-state licenses a business might have are irrelevant in the Sunshine State.
Unfortunately, most mobile RV repair businesses in Manatee and Sarasota counties are performing LP gas repairs and/or testing without the proper training, certification, and licensing. This not only puts the consumer at risk but endangers the lives of our family members and our local neighborhoods. Servicing and testing LP gas systems is a serious task that should be left to the experts. Next time you need service be sure to verify and ask the business you hire to produce a copy of their LP Gas license. Lives literally depend on it! And not to worry, State law requires that businesses inform you of their license anyway, so you’ll actually be helping them comply with one of the many requirements that are levied by the State.
Florida Statute CHAPTER 527.067
All persons engaged in the business of servicing, testing, repairing, maintaining, or installing liquefied petroleum gas equipment and systems shall initially present proof of licensure to consumers, owners, or end users prior to working on said equipment or system and shall subsequently present proof of licensure upon the request of consumers, owners, end users, or persons who have authorized such work.
If you are a mobile tech or owner of an RV repair or inspection business you can find more information about your responsibilities by going to the FDACS website, or contact them at (850) 921-1600. You can also learn more via the Florida RV Trade Association (FRVTA) that covers more on this topic in depth, including frequently asked questions on the topic.
And Now You Know!
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