Licensed Contractors in Costa Mesa, CA
Updated November 1, 2026 · Data from CSLB's public license file
- 976licenses
- 95.6%Clear
- 4.4%suspended (state 4.6%)
- 50.5%workers' comp exempt
- 16 yrsmedian time licensed
- 64new in 12 months
Costa Mesa has 976 contractor licenses in CSLB's current public file. 95.6% are Clear; the suspension rate of 4.4% is about the same as Orange County overall (4.4%). The largest group is general contractors, and 14 trades here have 20 or more licensees.
Licensed trades in Costa Mesa
- General Contractors (455)
- Electricians (119)
- Limited Specialty Contractors (86)
- Plumbers (72)
- Painters (58)
- Landscapers (55)
- General Engineering Contractors (37)
- HVAC Contractors (37)
- Roofers (31)
- Flooring Contractors (27)
- Cabinet and Finish Carpentry Contractors (26)
- Low Voltage Contractors (24)
- Tile Contractors (22)
- Glazing Contractors (20)
Smaller trades in Costa Mesa (under 20 licensees) are searchable:
- Masonry Contractors (15)
- Concrete Contractors (15)
- Pool Contractors (12)
- Residential Remodeling Contractors (9)
- Drywall Contractors (9)
- Sheet Metal Contractors (7)
- Fencing Contractors (6)
- Framing Contractors (6)
- Ornamental Metal Contractors (5)
- Structural Steel Contractors (4)
- Water Conditioning Contractors (4)
- Earthwork and Paving Contractors (4)
- Plastering and Stucco Contractors (4)
- Insulation Contractors (3)
- Demolition and Building Moving Contractors (3)
- Pipeline Contractors (2)
- Boiler and Steam Fitting Contractors (2)
- Sign Contractors (2)
- Fire Protection Contractors (2)
- Septic and Sanitation Contractors (2)
- Solar Contractors (1)
- Tree and Palm Contractors (1)
- Elevator Contractors (1)
- Refrigeration Contractors (1)
Suspensions in Costa Mesa, by reason
Explainers: Suspended: contractor's bond · Suspended: workers' compensation · Suspended: liability insurance · Suspended: outstanding liability
Newest Clear licenses in Costa Mesa
| Business name | License # | Status | Years | Workers' comp | Bond |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tal Hickson | 1163526 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Heritage Custom Homes LLC | 1163455 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Reid Custom Builders | 1163381 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Culler Construction LLC | 1163359 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Crewbuilt Garage Doors | 1162615 | Clear | <1 | Insured | On file |
| Phoenix Construction | 1162327 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Mj Lawless Construction INC | 1162090 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Toscano Rooter & Plumbing INC | 1161449 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Clint James Landscaping | 1161446 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Brikhaus Construction | 1161307 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
Source: CSLB public data · Updated November 1, 2026 Status can change at any time. Verify on CSLB's Instant License Check.
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