Homeowner Guides

These guides explain California contractor licensing from a homeowner's perspective. Each one covers a specific topic in plain language and links to relevant sections of our contractor directory.

• How to Verify a California Contractor License

  Step-by-step guide to verifying a California contractor license. Check license status, bond, workers comp, and disciplinary history before hiring.

• California Contractor License Requirements

  What it takes to get a California contractor license. Experience requirements, exam, bond, insurance, and fees explained for homeowners and aspiring contractors.

• California Contractor License Classifications Explained

  Plain-English guide to California contractor license types. What A, B, and C classifications mean and how to match the right license to your project.

• What to Do If Your Contractor Is Unlicensed in California

  What happens when a California contractor is unlicensed. Your legal rights, how to file a CSLB complaint, and how to avoid unlicensed contractors.

• California Contractor Bond and Insurance Guide

  What contractor bonds and insurance mean in California. License bond, workers comp, and liability insurance explained for homeowners.