How many C-9 drywall contractors are licensed in California?

California has 3,524 contractors with a C-9 (Drywall) license from the Contractors State License Board. 3,264 (93%) hold active licenses. SiteVetter's C-9 license lookup checks each against SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA databases.

What does a C-9 license cover in California?

A California C-9 license covers drywall contractors for interior wall and ceiling systems. Any contractor performing drywall work valued at $500 or more must hold this license. The CSLB issues and regulates all contractor licenses in the state.

What percentage of drywall contractors have federal violations?

6.3% of California drywall contractors (223 out of 3,524) have at least one record in federal databases. These include SAM.gov debarments, DOL wage violations, OSHA safety citations, and EPA environmental violations.

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C-9 Drywall Contractor License Lookup

Use this page when you need a California C-9 license lookup, a list of licensed drywall contractors, or a quick screen before assigning drywall work to a sub. Each row links to a contractor profile with CSLB status, workers' comp, bond, federal records, and permit checks.

California has 3,524 CSLB C-9 license records for drywall contractors. 93% currently hold active licenses and 6.3% have at least one federal compliance record. SiteVetter checks CSLB status, SAM.gov debarment, DOL wage violations, OSHA safety citations, EPA environmental records, and building permits in seconds.

What to Check for C-9 Drywall Contractors

Verify the contractor license is active and in good standing
Request proof of insurance and bonding
Get at least 3 written quotes before selecting a contractor
Check federal databases: SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA records
Confirm bond: California requires $25,000+ contractor bond (SB 607)

Why Federal Records Matter for Drywall Work

For drywall work, 6.3% of licensed contractors have federal records that a standard CSLB license check would not reveal. SiteVetter's 6-source lookup gives GCs a faster way to compare subs before bid award, onboarding, or renewal review.

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CSLB C-9 License Scope

C-9 Drywall Contractor License Records

C-9 Drywall Contractor License Lookup

What to Check for C-9 Drywall Contractors

Why Federal Records Matter for Drywall Work