B: General Building Contractor

107590 licensed General Building Contractors in California

What Does a B License Cover?

Authorizes construction of structures including residential, commercial, and industrial buildings requiring at least two unrelated building trades or crafts. May take prime contracts or subcontracts for framing or carpentry. May subcontract all specialty work but must hold the appropriate C license to self-perform specialty trade work.

What This License Does Not Cover

Cannot self-perform specialty trade work (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.) without holding the corresponding C license. Cannot contract for C-16 Fire Protection or C-57 Well Drilling without the appropriate license or subcontractor.

California law requires a contractor license for this type of work on projects valued at $500 or more (combined labor and materials). Hiring an unlicensed contractor for work requiring a license may void your consumer protections.

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Hiring a General Building Contractor

General building contractors coordinate multiple trades on a project. Verify they will pull all required building permits and that their workers' compensation insurance is current. California law requires a written contract for any home improvement project over $500. Get at least three written estimates before committing.

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