Ask them if they have ever operated a home construction business under a different name.

Have you done this before?

Ask your architect, please. He should know of a few reputable builders.

@Mike, thank you for that excellent question.

@Virgil no. I am learning and trying to educate myself as I go.

@Joseph, this GC came recommended by my architect. However, I like to do my due diligence, because at the end of the day, I have to live with the house, not the architect.

A good start is references (client, vendor, subcontractor), addresses of similar projects, resume (qualifications).

Check public records on the county clerk of court's website to see if he has had any lawsuits and if so, what they entailed. If you find any civil lawsuits in Florida, you should be able to view and read most of the court documents online.