Contractor Licensing FAQs

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

LLC’s, “C-8”, WBE Certification & CA Contractor’s Licensing

Like the State goals in procurement for our disabled veterans, some entrepreneurs are seeking special status to bid those contracts dedicated to other groups. Some innovators are looking to build their profits by adding new classifications to exapand their bid opportunities. They are using their years of experience as ‘concrete’ proof of their capabilities. Very soon,…

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Expired Contractor Licenses, Renewals & Change of Address To CSLB

Like the old school crime drama, Dragnet, the CSLB wants, “just the facts” –including your address changes. Like Detective Joe Friday they now also get your fingerprints! Truth and keeping your information current is your ‘shield’ in avoiding any problems with your contractor’s license. Failure to keep current ‘courts’ potential disaster down the road… Q: My…

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Referral, Finder’s Fee or Kickback, CSLB & Enforcement Action

While one of my missions in life is to assist contractors, I often hear from attorneys and others with questions about construction industry issues.  First, I field a question and ‘kickback’ new guidance on getting paid for ‘referrals.’ We also catch up on the latest CSLB discussions…   I have responded to questions about Referral Fees…

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Electrical Certification, DAS, RMO/ RME & Contractor’s Licensing

I’m back to work with a ‘jolt’ of renewed energy! Good thing, as our first contractor has an electrical problem. For some contractors work has been scarce and many are looking at options for expanding their base. Some are exploring new specialty classes, starting new businesses, allying with other contractors and finding other means to make…

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