CSLB Application: Page 1 Guide

Section 1 The first question you must answer is, what is my business name? The second question is, which relates to the first question, what type of business entity will I be? Let’s take the first question. A business name can be your personal name or a fictitious business name (FBN), also referred to as […]
CSLB Criminal Conviction Rules

Do you have a recent conviction and want to know how the CSLB criminal conviction rules affect you? The CSLB states: “Applicants with criminal convictions are not automatically denied licensure, as each application is reviewed individually based on the applicable sections of law. When reviewing criminal convictions, CSLB considers factors such as the nature and […]
Battery Energy Storage System Workshop

Information below about the CSLB’s upcoming Battery Energy Storage System Workshop. Also provided below are some Q&A’s about who can and cannot perform work involving BESS. CSLB will hold an online battery energy storage system (BESS) workshop on Friday, September 17, 2021, from 3 to 4 p.m., to address application or scope of work/classification questions. […]
Fingerprint Status

Did you know that you can check your contractors license fingerprint status online? The California Attorney General’s office has created a website were you can find out where your fingerprints are in the process. Click here to get an update on your print progress.
Contractors License: Update info

Are you adding or updating personnel to your CA contractors license? Have the officers, managers, or members of your corporation or LLC changed? If yes, you need to update the Contractors State License Board immediately. All too often do I come across applications* that need to be signed by a current officer listed on a […]
Battery Energy Storage Systems
CSLB Announces Contractor Classifications Authorized to Install Battery Energy Storage Systems On July 27, 2021, the Contractors State License Board (CSLB or Board) held a public meeting to review, discuss, and take action on the June 30, 2021 Battery Energy Storage Systems License Classification Report issued by the University of California (UC) Berkeley. As part of the […]
C-10 Certification

Are you a C-10 contractor in California and need a Meter Service Provider certification? Here is the information and steps you’ll need to take. All non-utility MSPs shall be required to submit a written application to the Commission requesting “Provisional MSP Certification”. The Provisional MSP Certification will be granted to persons or entities […]
B-2 Remodeling License Exam Prep

The New B-2 Residential Remodeling Contractors License Exam Prep Course has just been released! Click here to purchase this new exam course! If you’d like to apply for the B-2 classification, click here for my Application Preparation Services.
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Apply for the B-2 Now!

Now is the time to get your B-2 application prepared and signed for Tuesdays (6/1/2021) launch of the new classification. The B-2 is a huge milestone for licensed contractors. This classification will allow so many people to become licensed and compete for projects over the $499.99 limit. Don’t wait! Get your app ready to submit […]