Public Record Scores
📊 What Is a Public Record Score?
A Public Record Score (PRS) is a 0–100 transparency score calculated entirely from publicly available DBPR data under Florida Statute § 119.01.
PRS is not a rating of work quality — it measures how visible and verifiable a contractor is in public records. Higher score = more public record presence = easier for consumers to verify before hiring.
The scoring algorithm is not influenced by advertising, profile claims, or any paid feature. A contractor's score is determined exclusively by their public record.
🧮 How It's Calculated
PRS is calculated from five dimensions of a contractor's public record:
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License StatusActive, current, and in good standing. Expired, suspended, or revoked licenses score lower.
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License DurationHow long they've held their license. A 20-year track record tells a different story than 6 months.
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Disciplinary RecordComplaints, violations, fines, suspensions — all public record. Clean records score higher.
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License ClassificationCertified vs. registered. State-certified contractors meet a higher bar — PRS reflects that.
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Compliance HistoryConsistent renewals, continuing education, insurance maintenance.
📈 Score Ranges
80–100
Strong
Clean record, long history, fully compliant
60–79
Moderate
Active license, minor gaps in record
40–59
Weak
Limited history, possible compliance issues
0–39
Minimal
New, inactive, or disciplinary concerns
🔧 For Contractors — Improve Your Score
- ✓ Claim your profile — verified profiles show you're active and engaged
- ✓ Maintain an active, current license with DBPR
- ✓ Keep your Google Business Profile updated and accurate
- ✓ Respond to reviews — engagement signals professionalism
- ✓ Ensure your contact info and business address are current
