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Welcome to the Contractors State License Board

The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) protects California consumers by licensing and regulating the state's construction industry. CSLB was established in 1929 and today licenses about 285,000 contractors in 45 different classifications.

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Expedited Licensure Application Processing for Service Members Enrolled in Skillbridge

Home Improvement Payment Reminder

Contractors installing residential solar, constructing accessory dwelling units (ADUs), performing home improvement work, or rebuilding homes in declared disaster areas (including new home rebuilding) shall not receive a down payment of more than $1,000, or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less.

Except for a down payment, the contractor shall neither request nor accept payment that exceeds the value of the work performed or material delivered.

The down payment and progress payment restrictions extend to advance payment in whole or in part from any lender or financier for the performance or sale of home improvement goods or services.

Solar Energy System Contracting Tips

If you’re considering installing a residential solar energy system, there is important information you need to consider so you can be “Solar Smart.” More details can be found on CSLB’s Solar Smart page.

California Licensed Contractor Stats - As of

231,261

Active Licenses

54,335

Inactive Licenses

285,596

Total Contractors

1,044

Change in Last Month

914

Change in Last 12 Months