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Who Needs a California Contractor License?
In California, anyone performing construction work valued at $500 or more (including labor and materials) is generally required to hold a valid contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
Residential Construction
Home remodeling, additions, repairs and renovations.
Commercial Projects
Office buildings, retail spaces and commercial construction.
Specialty Trades
Electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roofing, masonry and more.
Engineering & Heavy Construction
Roads, grading, excavation and public works.
Who Can Apply?
Four years of journey-level experience
Experience within the last ten years
Trade school or college credit may reduce experience requirements
Experience can come from employment or self-employment
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Self-employed experience may qualify.
Trade school credits can count toward the required experience.
Our advisors can help determine your eligibility.
Are There Any Exemptions?
Minor Projects
Projects with a total value under $500 may qualify for an exemption under California law.
Employees
Employees working under wages and employer supervision generally do not need an individual contractor license.
Prepare for your California Contractors License with expert guidance from the industry's trusted training center.
What Happens If You Work Without a License?
Criminal Charges
Contracting without a license is considered a misdemeanor.
Financial Penalties
Administrative fines can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars.
CSLB Enforcement
The CSLB actively investigates unlicensed contractors through statewide enforcement operations.
Are There Any Exemptions?
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