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Cate Cortez

Contr Bond Susp
CSLB #279516ARROYO GRANDE, CASole Owner
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Risk Factors

License status: Contr Bond Susp

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License Status: Contr Bond Susp

CATE CORTEZ's California contractor license is not currently active. Get the full report to understand the license status and check federal compliance records.

License & Compliance

License Information

Issue Date
Oct 12, 1972
License Expires
Dec 31, 2026
Classifications
General Building (B)
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Bond & Workers' Comp

Contractor Bond

$25,000 Bond

HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY

Workers' Compensation

Exempt
Exempt from WC requirements

No employees - sole proprietor

CSLB data as of Aug 11, 2025

Permit History

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SAM.gov Exclusions

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DOL Wage Data

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OSHA Safety

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EPA ECHO

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Personnel

1 person on file

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