How many C53 swimming pool contractors are licensed in California?

California has 3,059 contractors with a C53 (Swimming Pool) license from the Contractors State License Board. 2,876 (94%) hold active licenses. SiteVetter's C53 license lookup checks each against SAM.gov, OSHA, DOL, and EPA databases.

What does a C53 license cover in California?

A California C53 license covers swimming pool contractors for pool construction and service. Any contractor performing swimming pool work valued at $500 or more must hold this license. The CSLB issues and regulates all contractor licenses in the state.

What percentage of swimming pool contractors have federal violations?

1.9% of California swimming pool contractors (58 out of 3,059) 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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C53 Swimming Pool Contractor License Lookup

Use this page when you need a California C53 license lookup, a list of licensed swimming pool contractors, or a quick screen before assigning swimming pool work to a sub. Each row links to a contractor profile with CSLB status, workers' comp, bond, federal records, and permit checks.

California has 3,059 CSLB C53 license records for swimming pool contractors. 94% currently hold active licenses and 1.9% 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 C53 Swimming Pool 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 Swimming Pool Work

For swimming pool work, 1.9% 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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