How many C38 refrigeration contractors are licensed in California?

California has 1,779 contractors with a C38 (Refrigeration) license from the Contractors State License Board. 1,660 (93%) hold active licenses. SiteVetter's C38 license lookup checks each against SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA databases.

What does a C38 license cover in California?

A California C38 license covers refrigeration contractors for commercial cooling systems. Any contractor performing refrigeration work valued at $500 or more must hold this license. The CSLB issues and regulates all contractor licenses in the state.

What percentage of refrigeration contractors have federal violations?

4.8% of California refrigeration contractors (85 out of 1,779) 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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C38 Refrigeration Contractor License Lookup

Use this page when you need a California C38 license lookup, a list of licensed refrigeration contractors, or a quick screen before assigning refrigeration work to a sub. Each row links to a contractor profile with CSLB status, workers' comp, bond, federal records, and permit checks.

California has 1,779 CSLB C38 license records for refrigeration contractors. 93% currently hold active licenses and 4.8% 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 C38 Refrigeration 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 Refrigeration Work

For refrigeration work, 4.8% 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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Why Federal Records Matter for Refrigeration Work