THE SHORT ANSWER
Lakeland Electric tells customers to select a licensed solar dealer and installer. Use Florida DBPR’s official search and match the result with the project documents. [1][2]
Search the legal business identity
Use DBPR by name or license number and record the exact entity, status, qualifier and license type shown. [2] A brand name, salesperson badge or financing portal name may differ from the contractor responsible for regulated work.
Match all project documents
Compare the license record with the installation agreement, permit applicant, certificate of insurance, utility agreement and payment instructions. Ask for written explanation when different entities appear. Do not assume an affiliate relationship.
Confirm scope and supervision
Ask who performs solar, electrical and roofing work and who supervises subcontractors. A valid credential for one scope does not automatically answer every other trade question. Verify relevant records rather than interpreting license law from marketing copy.
Preserve the verification date
Save a screenshot or official result with the date checked, plus the signed contract and later permit. Recheck if the legal contractor changes before installation. The lookup supports due diligence; it does not guarantee workmanship or project outcome.
Before your next conversation
- Search the exact business and license.
- Match contract, permit and utility names.
- Identify every regulated scope.
- Recheck any contractor substitution.
Primary sources
- Lakeland Electric: Solar
Primary source reviewed September 11, 2026. Utility rules, rates, forms and project requirements remain subject to the current account, equipment and property review.
- Florida DBPR: Verify a Licensee
Primary source reviewed September 11, 2026. Utility rules, rates, forms and project requirements remain subject to the current account, equipment and property review.
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