53 CSLB classifications covering 300,681 contractors, each checked against 6 data sources
The California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) issues licenses in three main categories: A (General Engineering), B (General Building), and C (Specialty). Each classification authorizes specific types of construction work. Contractors may hold multiple classifications.
General Building
General building contractors who construct, alter, or repair buildings and structures.
108,844
contractors
General Engineering
General engineering contractors for highways, bridges, utilities, and infrastructure.
15,498
contractors
Residential Remodeling
Residential remodeling contractors for home improvements.
1,486
contractors
Electrical
Electrical contractors for wiring, lighting, and electrical systems.
29,127
contractors
Plumbing
Plumbing contractors for pipes, fixtures, and water systems.
18,080
contractors
Painting & Decorating
Painting and decorating contractors for interior and exterior finishes.
16,400
contractors
Landscaping
Landscaping contractors for outdoor spaces, irrigation, and hardscaping.
12,694
contractors
HVAC
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning contractors.
12,316
contractors
Flooring
Flooring and floor covering contractors for all floor types.
7,256
contractors
Tile
Tile contractors for ceramic, stone, and mosaic installations.
6,559
contractors
Concrete
Concrete contractors for foundations, slabs, and structural concrete.
5,752
contractors
Roofing
Roofing contractors for roof installation and repair.
5,678
contractors
Low Voltage Systems
Low voltage systems contractors for alarms, audio/video, and communications.
4,977
contractors
Cabinet & Millwork
Cabinet, millwork, and finish carpentry contractors.
4,541
contractors
Drywall
Drywall contractors for interior wall and ceiling systems.
3,349
contractors
Glazing
Glazing contractors for windows, glass doors, and glass installations.
3,191
contractors
Swimming Pool
Swimming pool contractors for pool construction and service.
2,981
contractors
Earthwork & Paving
Earthwork and paving contractors for grading and site preparation.
2,544
contractors
Fire Protection
Fire protection contractors for sprinklers and fire suppression systems.
2,281
contractors
Masonry
Masonry contractors for brick, block, and stone work.
2,184
contractors
Lathing & Plastering
Lathing and plastering contractors for interior finishes.
1,899
contractors
Building Moving & Demolition
Building moving and demolition contractors.
1,880
contractors
Fencing
Fencing contractors for all types of fence installation.
1,874
contractors
Refrigeration
Refrigeration contractors for commercial cooling systems.
1,715
contractors
Structural Steel
Structural steel contractors for steel frame construction.
1,596
contractors
Sheet Metal
Sheet metal contractors for ductwork and metal fabrication.
1,346
contractors
Solar
Solar contractors for photovoltaic and solar thermal systems.
1,248
contractors
Insulation & Acoustical
Insulation and acoustical contractors for thermal and sound insulation.
1,216
contractors
Welding
Welding contractors for metal joining and fabrication.
1,135
contractors
Ornamental Metal
Ornamental metal contractors for decorative metalwork.
1,113
contractors
Framing & Rough Carpentry
Framing and rough carpentry contractors for structural wood framing.
1,084
contractors
Sanitation System
Sanitation system contractors for septic and sewage systems.
992
contractors
Sign
Sign contractors for commercial and roadway signage.
898
contractors
Well Drilling
Well drilling contractors for water wells.
758
contractors
Boiler, Hot Water & Steam
Boiler, hot water heating, and steam fitting contractors.
710
contractors
Pipeline
Pipeline contractors for water, gas, and sewer lines.
555
contractors
Parking & Highway Improvement
Parking and highway improvement contractors.
528
contractors
Traffic Control
Construction zone traffic control contractors.
462
contractors
Manufactured Housing
General manufactured housing contractors.
461
contractors
Lock & Security Equipment
Lock and security equipment contractors.
379
contractors
Asbestos Abatement
Asbestos abatement contractors for hazardous material removal.
318
contractors
Water Conditioning
Water conditioning contractors for water treatment systems.
313
contractors
Reinforcing Steel
Reinforcing steel contractors for rebar installation.
270
contractors
Elevator
Elevator contractors for installation and service of elevators and escalators.
224
contractors
Tree Service
Tree service contractors for trimming, removal, and arborist services.
3,047
contractors
Doors & Gates
Door, lock, and security device contractors.
2,893
contractors
Traffic Signals
Traffic signal and street light contractors.
1,559
contractors
Construction Clean-Up
Construction clean-up contractors.
910
contractors
Non-Electrical Signs
Non-electrical sign contractors.
672
contractors
Air & Water Balancing
Air and water balancing contractors for HVAC systems.
119
contractors
Weatherization
Weatherization and energy conservation contractors.
81
contractors
California law requires contractors to hold the correct CSLB classification for any project valued at $500+ (labor and materials). Hiring a contractor with the wrong classification is the same as hiring an unlicensed contractor under California law.
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Data sourced from California Contractors State License Board. Updated weekly.