California Contractor License bond
California Contractor License
California requires a $25,000 contractor license bond.
Direct answer
Do I need a contractor license bond in California?
California requires a $25,000 contractor license bond. General and specialty contractors applying for or renewing a state or local contractor license in jurisdictions that require a license bond as a condition of licensure. Contractors State License Board (CSLB) oversees contractor license requirements in California, including the bond filing.
California Contractor License bond, answered
- How much is a contractor license bond in California?
- California requires a $25,000 contractor license bond.
- Who needs a California contractor license bond?
- General and specialty contractors applying for or renewing a state or local contractor license in jurisdictions that require a license bond as a condition of licensure.
- Who regulates contractor license bonds in California?
- Contractors State License Board (CSLB) oversees contractor license requirements in California, including the bond filing.
- How do renewals work?
- See renewal details below.
- How do I get bonded?
- Send your jurisdiction and the required bond amount Receive a quote, often the same day Sign and pay, then file the bond with the licensing authority
What you will need
- State or local jurisdiction and license or application number
- Owner credit authorization
- Business name and license classification
How to get bonded
- Send your jurisdiction and the required bond amount
- Receive a quote, often the same day
- Sign and pay, then file the bond with the licensing authority
Regulator: Contractors State License Board (CSLB)
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