Louis and Clark Contracting

Louis and Clark Contracting is a family-rooted general contracting firm in Fort Myers offering interior and exterior home and commercial renovations. The company holds state license number CGC1523101.

The firm performs work with in-house crews for painting, tile, drywall, and carpentry, and owns its own equipment including telehandlers, man-lifts, dumpsters, and backhoes. The team has experience with coastal construction projects, including work coordinated with the Department of Natural Resources and the City of Sanibel on waterfront properties subject to coastal code requirements such as turtle-safe lighting and specialized windows for beachfront structures.

Services include home additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, windows and doors, flooring, and cabinetry and woodwork. The business holds a 5.0 rating from 2 reviews on Google.

When you hire a general contractor in Florida, permits are a critical part of the process. The Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board oversees contractor licensing and regulation. Before work begins, verify that your contractor holds the proper state license—either a certified general contractor license (designated with a code beginning with 'C') or a registered general contractor license (code beginning with 'R'). A certified contractor may work in any Florida jurisdiction; a registered contractor may work only in the jurisdiction where registered.

You can verify a contractor's license status through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) online license search at myfloridalicense.com. Search by name, license number, city, or license type. This search will confirm the contractor is current and in good standing. The DBPR also maintains the Construction Policy Tracking Database to verify workers' compensation coverage.

Florida follows the Florida Building Code for all construction work. Your contractor should be familiar with the code requirements that apply to your specific project and location. Some areas, such as coastal properties or jurisdictions like Sanibel Island, have additional local amendments and stricter guidelines—for example, turtle-safe lighting or specialized window requirements for beachfront structures. Ask your contractor whether they have experience with local code requirements for your area and whether permits will be required for your scope of work.