CSLB Fees: California Contractor License Costs Last updated: August 28th, 2026 Understanding current CSLB fees is an important part of planning for a California contractor license. The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) charges fees for applications, initial license issuance, renewals, and certain license changes, while contractor examination fees are now paid separately and directly to […]
5 Essential Steps to Determine Your Eligibility for a California Contractor’s License Last updated: August 31st, 2026 Navigating the path to becoming a licensed contractor in California is an important step for professionals who want to operate legally and build a legitimate construction business. The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) establishes specific eligibility, experience, […]
California Contractor’s License Test: What to Expect & How to Prepare Last updated: August 31st, 2026 Embarking on a career as a licensed contractor in California is an ambitious and rewarding endeavor. For applicants who are required to take examinations, passing the California contractor licensing exams is a major step in the process. Most first-time […]
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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 […]
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 […]
How to Schedule Your CSLB Contractor Exams With PSI Last updated: August 31st, 2026 I’m often asked how to schedule contractor licensing exams with PSI. The process has changed, so here’s the current information you need to know. The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) creates and maintains California’s contractor licensing examinations, but PSI currently administers […]
California Contractor Licensing: What You Need to Know If you plan to perform construction work in California, understanding contractor licensing requirements is an important first step. The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) regulates contractor licenses and determines the classifications under which contractors may perform work. Whether you are applying for your first contractor license, adding […]
California Contractor License Bond Requirements: What Contractors Need to Know Last updated: August 31st, 2026 Attention, California contractors! California’s contractor bond requirements changed several years ago, and the current amount is important to understand when applying for, renewing, or maintaining an active contractor license. Since January 1, 2023, the required California Contractor’s Bond amount has […]
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 […]
