License
Licensed Business
Hiring a California-licensed concrete contractor means bonded, insured work with fair payment limits, proper permits, code-compliant installs, and CSLB accountability.
State Contractor License Requirements
Why hiring a licensed concrete contractor matters
Built-in consumer protection. California requires licensed contractors to carry a $25,000 license bond, adding a layer of financial protection for homeowners. CSLBCummins & White LLP
Insurance + safety. Licensed contractors are moving to mandatory workers’ comp coverage (phased in by 2026), reducing your liability if someone gets hurt on your job. CSLBccisbonds.com
Clear contracts & fair payments. For home improvement jobs, the down payment can’t exceed $1,000 or 10% (whichever’s less); progress payments must match completed work. CSLB+2CSLB+2
Accountability and recourse. If something goes wrong, the CSLB can investigate and discipline licensees—giving you a formal path to resolution. CSLB+1
Permits & code compliance. Licensed pros are responsible for pulling required permits and meeting state/local code—critical for drainage, slopes, expansion joints, and accessibility.
In plain terms
Better workmanship (training, testing, and standards)
Lower risk (bonding, insurance, oversight)
Smoother projects (proper contracts, inspections, and documentation)
Most concrete projects exceed California’s small-job limit for unlicensed work (now $1,000 total, and only if no permit/employees)—another reason to choose licensed. CSLB
CL Concrete — California Licensed Contractor #982855 (exp. 04/30/2027) ✅