The Contractors State License Board(CSLB) protects California consumers by licensing and regulating the state's construction industry. CSLB was established in 1929 and today licenses about 290,000 contractors in 44 different classifications.
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Going Solar
When it comes to going green, especially utilizing solar energy, California leads the nation. Our solar industry is booming. It’s never been easier or more affordable to go solar. If you’re considering installing a residential solar energy system, there’s important information you need to consider so you can be “Solar Smart.”
The Worst of the Worst - Avoid These Phony Contractors & Con Artists
In our ongoing effort to protect California consumers, CSLB has identified some of the worst unlicensed violators who are known to prey on vulnerable and unsuspecting homeowners when they are seeking contractors for new home or home improvement projects. Complaints against the following unlicensed individuals have been lodged with CSLB, law enforcement agencies, and district attorneys around the state. CSLB's Most Wanted List
Visit our Senior Scam Stopper℠ page
CSLB has offered Senior Scam Stopper℠ seminars throughout California since 1999, in cooperation with legislators, state and local agencies, law enforcement, district attorneys, and community-based organizations.
Seniors are a particularly vulnerable audience, often preyed upon by unlicensed or unscrupulous contractors. Senior Scam Stopper℠ seminars are an important tool to help educate seniors about hiring contractors, and to help protect them from being victimized.
Please Note: The Senior Scam Stopper℠ program has been suspended temporarily due to continuing concerns about the spreading COVID-19 virus. CSLB will resume offering these seminars as soon as health concerns subside.
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