CSLB: Get Licensed to Build

the license, the license number, classification, date of issue, and expiration date; and a plastic pocket license card showing the same information. State law requires that you display the wall certificate in your main office or chief place of business and provide proof that you have a contractor license when asked. You should carry your pocket license card with you, especially in situations where you may solicit business or talk to potential customers. CSLB encourages consumers to ask to see a contractor’s pocket license card. It takes approximately 5-10 business days from the time CSLB issues the license and to receive your wall certificate and pocket license card. Q4. How long is a license valid? A contractor license is initially issued, whether active or inactive, for a two-year period. It will expire two years from the last day of the month in which it was issued. For example, if the license was issued on January 15, 2022, it will expire on January 31, 2024. After the initial two-year license period, active licenses are renewed for two years; inactive licenses for four years. 29 Issuing a License GET LICENSED TO BUILD: A GUIDE TO BECOMING A LICENSED CONTRACTOR Financial Requirements Q1. Are there any bond requirements for a contractor license? Yes. You must file a $25,000 contractor license surety bond or cashier’s check with CSLB. If applicable, you must also submit a separate $25,000 bond of qualifying individual or cash deposit for the responsible managing employee or responsible managing officer. However, a bond of qualifying individual is not required if the RMO certifies that they own 10 percent or more of the voting stock or equity of the corporation for which they serve as the qualifier. If you have a limited liability company (LLC) license, whether the license is issued as active or inactive, you must file a $100,000 surety bond (in addition to the $25,000 contractor bond) for the benefit of any employee or worker damaged by the LLC’s failure to pay wages, interest on wages, or fringe benefits, as well as other contributions. Q2. Where do I obtain bonds? You may purchase bonds from your insurance agent or from one of the private holding companies licensed by the California Department of Insurance. CSLB does not issue bonds. Copies of the approved bond form and information about the option of a cashier’s check is available at www.cslb.ca.gov (search: bonds) or by calling 800-321-CSLB (2752). 31 Q3. What is the total fee amount for a contractor license? Financial Requirements Fees are subject to change. As of this printing, the total fee amount for a contractor