California Contractor Resources

📋 Licensing Requirements

California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)

Key Requirements:

• License required for projects over $500
• 4 years of journeyman-level experience required
• Pass trade exam and law/business exam
• $25,000 contractor's bond required
• Workers' compensation insurance required

⚖️ Lien Law Deadlines

Preliminary Notice: Required within 20 days of first furnishing (subcontractors/suppliers)

Filing Deadline: Within 90 days of completion

Foreclosure Period: Within 90 days of filing lien

💰 Tax Information

Sales Tax Rate: 7.25% base + local rates (up to 10.75%)

Contractor Tax Notes: Materials taxable; labor generally not taxable

📄 Document Templates

Download California-specific contractor documents:

• Preliminary Notice Template
• Mechanics Lien Form
• Release of Lien
• Stop Notice
• Contract Agreement Template