Field guide · California
California contractor licensing, by trade
California licenses 6 trades — each with its own bond, fees and renewal cycle. Compared side by side; every figure is source-cited on the trade page.
California licensing detail compiled from the official state boards and cross-checked against the source of record. Every page links its sources and shows the date a human last verified it.
Bond type: Fixed set amount · Tiered scales by volume · Credit-based financial responsibility in lieu of a bond · None no bond required
| ⚡ Electrician | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🔧 Plumber | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |
| ❄️ HVAC | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |
| 🏗️ General Contractor | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |
| 🏠 Roofer | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |
| 🧊 Refrigeration | $450 | Every 2 yrs | $25,000 Fixed |