Building Moving & Demolition Contractors License (C-21)

With a building moving & demolition contractors license, you will be able to raise, lower, crib, underpin, demolish and move or remove structure, including their foundations.

The building moving and demolition license classification does not include the alterations, additions, repairs or rehabilitation of the permanently retained portions of such structures

Before you can apply for your building moving & demolition contractors license, you must meet the following experience requirements:

Every applicant has to pass the Law & Business exam and the Trade exam before the license is issued.

Not sure which one to apply for? Compare all California contractor license classifications before you choose yours.

If you want a more detailed walkthrough, read our guide on how to get your C-21 demolition contractors license.

Don't have 4 years of building moving & demolition experience?
A college degree can be substituted for up to three years of that experience.

In order to obtain your building moving & demolition contractors license, you are required to pass the Trade examination as well as the Law & Business exam.

*Even though you can apply for a building moving & demolition contractors license when you are 18 years old, it is recommended that you be at least 23 years old due to experience requirement.

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