Bonds & Renewals
Contractor Bonds & License Renewals
Your contractor license bond and your two-year renewal are what keep you legally able to work. We make both simple, so your license stays active and you keep bidding.
Keep Your License Active and Bonded
Getting licensed is the milestone; staying licensed is the ongoing job. Two things keep you legally able to contract in California: your contractor license bond and your on-time renewal.
The state requires a $25,000 contractor license bond on file before your license is active, and an active license must be renewed every two years. Miss either one and your ability to bid and work can stop cold.
We have helped California contractors stay licensed and bonded for 40+ Years. We will handle the bond paperwork and your renewal so you can stay focused on the work.
This page is general information about contractor bonds and license renewals and is not legal or financial advice.
What We Handle
Bonds & Renewals, Done Right
Two requirements, one team. We make sure both stay current so your license never gets in the way of your business.
Your $25,000 Contractor License Bond
California requires every licensed contractor to carry a contractor license bond. The current bond amount is $25,000, and it must be on file with the CSLB before your license is issued or reactivated. We help you put the bond in place quickly so it never holds up your license.
- Required for every active CSLB license
- Filed directly with the Contractors State License Board
- Fast turnaround so your license is not delayed
- LLC-licensed contractors also need a separate, additional $100,000 surety bond (BPC §7071.6.5)
License Renewal Every Two Years
A California contractor license must be renewed every two years to stay active. Letting it lapse can mean re-testing or extra steps to reinstate, so staying ahead of your renewal date matters. We help you keep your license active and in good standing on schedule.
- Active licenses renew on a two-year cycle
- Avoid lapses that can require reinstatement
- We help keep your bond and license current together
Bond premiums vary by applicant. Call 800-809-6463 for a current quote.
How It Works
Three Steps to Stay Bonded & Active
Call us about your bond or renewal
Tell us where you are, applying for the first time, reactivating, or coming up on a renewal date. We will confirm exactly what you need.
We prepare the paperwork
We help you get your $25,000 contractor license bond in place and handle the renewal forms so nothing is missed.
Stay active and in good standing
Your bond is filed and your license renews on time, so you can keep bidding and working without interruption.
Common Questions
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