Contractors License Fees
Here is the list of fees that you will incur when applying for your initial contractors license.
- Application Fee - $450
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Examination Fees
- $51.43 for the Law and Business Exam
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$51.43 for the Trade Exam
(These fees are paid directly to the CSLB’s approved testing vendor.)
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Initial License Fee
- $200 for Sole Ownerships
- $350 for Corporations/Partners/JV/LLC
- Live Scan (Fingerprinting) - about $75
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Contractor's Bond - Approximately $233/year*
*The $233/year bond rate does not apply to C-39 (Roofing) or C-53 (Swimming Pool) contractors bonds.
