Contract Bonds: Bid & Performance

Elevate your contracting business by leveraging the power of contract bonds. Specifically, bid bonds and performance bonds can help you secure more projects and build trust with your clients. Let Contractor’s License Guru, a California Contractors State License Board expert, guide you through the process of obtaining and managing these essential bonds in California. The […]

Spanish CSLB Exam Guides

CSLB Licensing Exam Study Guides Now Available in Spanish   The CSLB has updated their “exam study guides” to include Spanish versions for some of the classifications.   They call them “exam study guides” but they’re really just an overview, outline, or breakdown of the exam.  But it was nice of them to produce Spanish […]

C-27 CSLB Exam Prep Updates

C27 Landscaping California Contractors License Exam Study Materials

We are pleased to announce our C-27 CSLB Exam Prep Updates.   As if our exam prep courses weren’t already the best you can buy, we went ahead and made the C-27 even better!   The new practice tests feature: • A new layout • Updated graphics • The questions and answers have been updated […]

Scheduling PSI Contractor Exams

I’m often asked how to schedule exams with PSI.  Here’s the information you need to know.   To schedule, the website is https://candidate.psiexams.com/ or you can call directly at 877-392-6422 option 2. Anyone with accommodations due to a disability or using a translator cannot schedule online or the 877#. You will need to email exams@cslb.ca.gov and the CSLB […]

Unraveling Contractor Bonds

As a contractor, you might have come across the terms “bonded” and “insured” during your professional endeavors. These concepts play a pivotal role in safeguarding both you and your clientele. In this article, we’ll dissect the nuances between bonded and insured contractors and explain why it’s essential to possess both attributes for a thriving business. […]

Understanding Bonding Requirements

Adding Officers To A Contractors License

Attention, California contractors! The bond requirements for California contractor licenses changed. Keep reading to learn about the increase in bond requirements and how it will impact your business. With the guidance of Contractor’s License Guru, we’ll help you navigate these changes and ensure your business stays compliant with California Contractors State License Board regulations. The […]

Listed on License Waiver

CSLB Listed on License Waiver No Exams

Have you been listed on a license for at least five years that has been active and in good standing for the last seven years?   If that answer is yes, then you could be eligible for a listed on license waiver.   For those who weren’t able to qualify to become the RMO on […]

New Law Requiring Workers Comp

Don’t forget… a new law requiring workers comp for the C-8, C-20, C-22, and D49 trades goes into effect on 1/1/23.   Click here for a quick, no obligation quote!   SB 216 (Dodd) This bill, which amends Business and Professions Code (BPC) Section 7125, requires contractors who possess a C-8 Concrete, C-20 Heating, Warm-Air […]

How to Get a Contractor License without Experience in California

California’s CSLB License Classifications Exam Prep eBook

Understanding California’s Contractor Licensing Requirements In California, aspiring contractors must navigate a complex set of requirements imposed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Generally, the CSLB mandates at least four years of journey-level experience in the specific trade for which the license is sought. However, there are alternative paths to meet these requirements. Understanding […]

How to Verify a Licensed Contractor in California

California Contractors License Classifications

When hiring a contractor to complete a construction project, you want to ensure you work with a licensed professional. Many people care more about reviews, recommendations, and pricing, but working with a licensed contractor should be high on the list of qualifications. No matter the type of construction project, read on to learn how to […]

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