How many C23 ornamental metal contractors are licensed in California?

California has 1,139 contractors with a C23 (Ornamental Metal) license from the Contractors State License Board. 1,082 (95%) hold active licenses. SiteVetter's C23 license lookup checks each against SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA databases.

What does a C23 license cover in California?

A California C23 license covers ornamental metal contractors for decorative metalwork. Any contractor performing ornamental metal work valued at $500 or more must hold this license. The CSLB issues and regulates all contractor licenses in the state.

What percentage of ornamental metal contractors have federal violations?

6.3% of California ornamental metal contractors (72 out of 1,139) 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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C23 Ornamental Metal Contractor License Lookup

Use this page when you need a California C23 license lookup, a list of licensed ornamental metal contractors, or a quick screen before assigning ornamental metal work to a sub. Each row links to a contractor profile with CSLB status, workers' comp, bond, federal records, and permit checks.

California has 1,139 CSLB C23 license records for ornamental metal contractors. 95% 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 C23 Ornamental Metal 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 Ornamental Metal Work

For ornamental metal 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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C23 Ornamental Metal Contractor License Records

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Why Federal Records Matter for Ornamental Metal Work