California Contractors State License Board (CSLB): What Contractors Need to Know Last updated: August 31st, 2026 If you’re a contractor or planning to become one in California, understanding the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is crucial. The CSLB regulates contractor licensing, enforces California contractor laws, investigates complaints, and provides resources for both contractors and consumers. […]
PSI Exams for California Contractors: Scheduling, Preparation & Test Day Last updated: August 28th, 2026 PSI Exams play an important role in the California contractor licensing process. The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) develops and maintains its licensing examinations, while PSI administers the exams at computer-based testing centers. If your CSLB application requires an examination, […]
In case you haven’t heard. SACRAMENTO, CA – A new law will raise the threshold for work requiring a contractor’s license from $500 to $1,000. Assembly Bill 2622 (Carrillo, Chapter 240, Statutes of 2024), effective January 1, 2025, will allow an unlicensed person to complete small projects up to $1,000 without obtaining a contractor’s license if […]
As of 1/1/2025, all examination fees must be paid directly to PSI and will no longer be processed by the Contractors State License Board. Please note that candidates must wait 21 calendar days after a failed examination attempt before scheduling a re-examination. Candidates scheduling their examination(s) before January 1, 2025 must pay through CSLB. Once […]
CSLB Exam Testing Strategies: How to Approach Test Day Last updated: August 31st, 2026 Knowing the material is the most important part of passing your California contractor licensing exam, but having a good test-taking strategy can help you use that knowledge more effectively. CSLB contractor exams are currently administered by PSI as computer-based, multiple-choice examinations. […]
CSLB License Renewal: How to Renew Your California Contractor License Last updated: August 31st, 2026 If you’re a licensed contractor in California, renewing your license with the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) is essential to continue contracting legally. The renewal process isn’t particularly complicated, but missing a deadline, submitting an incomplete renewal, or misunderstanding which […]
PSI Exams for California Contractors: What You Need to Know Last updated: August 31st, 2026 If you’re applying for a California contractor license and CSLB requires you to take an examination, you’ll eventually be referred to PSI, the company that currently administers California contractor licensing exams. But there’s an important distinction: CSLB creates and maintains […]
Workers’ Compensation Classification Codes Now Required on CSLB License Renewals The Contractors State License Board is sharing additional details about a new law that changes how contractors with workers’ compensation insurance renew their licenses. As of July 1, 2024, Business and Professions Code section 7125.6 requires that any contractor who has a certificate of workers’ compensation insurance […]
California C-15 Flooring License & Exam Guide Last updated: August 31st, 2026 The Class C-15 Flooring and Floor Covering Contractor License is designed for professionals who specialize in preparing surfaces and installing, repairing, and finishing qualifying flooring and floor-covering materials. But understanding the exact scope matters. A C-15 contractor can work with materials such as […]
Obtaining a Class C13 Fencing Contractor License is an essential milestone for professionals looking to specialize in the installation and repair of fencing systems. This license not only validates your expertise but also significantly broadens the scope of projects you can legally undertake. As the demand for skilled fencing contractors continues to grow across residential, […]
