Contractor Licensing FAQs

The Capitol Connection is our weekly Q & A column for contractors that focuses on topics pertaining to contractor's licensing.

“C-54”, Merging Licenses, CA “C-10” and NV “C-2d”

Here’s the distinction, an expert can tell immediately when something looks similar but really isn’t the same. In contractor licensing that is crucial in getting it right the first time. Because, contractors know ‘time is money’ is exactly right… Q:  I need to obtain a “C-54” (Tile) and a “C-61”/”D-34” (Prefabricated Equipment) contractor’s license in California.  I am…

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Outside CA Fingerprinting, NV Financials, RME and Disassociation Requirement

Process. It seems life is about learning the process. For contractors dealing with complex rules and interpretations of regulations that’s a high-level learning curve! That’s why expert assistance is always helpful when it’s your turn to learn. Process this… Q:  As you know, you very recently submitted an application for our company to obtain a CA Contractor’s…

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RMO, CSLB Testing Sites, Out-of-State Fingerprinting and Worker’s Compensation

With lots of rebuilding commercial and residential properties in fire-damaged areas across our state contractors from elsewhere are coming West. Others are adding to their opportunities with new classes, new entities and lots of ‘qualified’ help is needed Q:  We are going to be adding a classification to our license.  We will be using the same Responsible Managing…

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Disaster Cleanup, RME/RMO, Duplicate Fingerprints and ‘Shotcrete’ Licensing

Some questions ‘generally’ take longer to ask or explain than others! So, let’s start there. I will also lend a ‘hand’ on a fingerprinting problem and help ‘clean up’ a disaster-related issue on appropriate licensing in Paradise and other fire damaged communities… Q:  If a company has a Responsible Managing Employee (RME) who holds the “A” and…

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“B” Inactive, Bonds, Insurance, Class Waivers and Fingerprinting Officers

We make a great team! Your questions and my answers help everyone learn. Another part of our team is the CSLB who helps keep the playing field level for all our licensed contractors. Contractors can also play a significant role in spotting unlicensed, and unfair, competition. Not to drive this nail too deep, but this is…

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