Licensed Contractors in San Jose, CA
Updated November 1, 2026 · Data from CSLB's public license file
- 5,134licenses
- 95.2%Clear
- 4.8%suspended (state 4.6%)
- 44.2%workers' comp exempt
- 10 yrsmedian time licensed
- 417new in 12 months
CSLB's license file shows 5,134 contractors with a San Jose address, across 30 trades with at least 20 licensees each (the biggest is general contractors). 4.8% have a suspension, compared with 4.5% across Santa Clara County and 4.6% statewide.
Licensed trades in San Jose
- General Contractors (2,303)
- Electricians (599)
- Limited Specialty Contractors (447)
- Painters (389)
- Plumbers (388)
- Landscapers (300)
- HVAC Contractors (289)
- General Engineering Contractors (185)
- Tile Contractors (146)
- Flooring Contractors (137)
- Roofers (137)
- Concrete Contractors (132)
- Low Voltage Contractors (111)
- Drywall Contractors (76)
- Cabinet and Finish Carpentry Contractors (60)
- Glazing Contractors (55)
- Earthwork and Paving Contractors (47)
- Fencing Contractors (44)
- Residential Remodeling Contractors (43)
- Fire Protection Contractors (40)
- Pool Contractors (40)
- Demolition and Building Moving Contractors (32)
- Refrigeration Contractors (31)
- Framing Contractors (30)
- Plastering and Stucco Contractors (26)
- Masonry Contractors (26)
- Sheet Metal Contractors (24)
- Tree and Palm Contractors (24)
- Insulation Contractors (23)
- Septic and Sanitation Contractors (20)
Smaller trades in San Jose (under 20 licensees) are searchable:
- Solar Contractors (19)
- Ornamental Metal Contractors (16)
- Lock and Security Contractors (16)
- Boiler and Steam Fitting Contractors (16)
- Structural Steel Contractors (15)
- Parking and Highway Improvement Contractors (10)
- Sign Contractors (9)
- Manufactured Housing Contractors (8)
- Welding Contractors (8)
- Well Drillers (7)
- Traffic Control Contractors (5)
- Water Conditioning Contractors (5)
- Reinforcing Steel Contractors (3)
- Pipeline Contractors (2)
- Asbestos Abatement Contractors (2)
- Elevator Contractors (2)
Suspensions in San Jose, by reason
Explainers: Suspended: contractor's bond · Suspended: workers' compensation · Suspended: no qualifying individual · Suspended: outstanding liability
Newest Clear licenses in San Jose
| Business name | License # | Status | Years | Workers' comp | Bond |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stallion Fence Construction INC | 1163979 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Viam General | 1163964 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Tuan Dinh | 1163959 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Concrete Paradise | 1163828 | Clear | <1 | Insured | On file |
| Apex Air Construction LLC | 1163781 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Oseguera Landscaping Services | 1163612 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Orozco Concrete INC | 1163604 | Clear | <1 | Insured | On file |
| Blackstone Construction and Remodeling | 1163484 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Mcl Restoration & Construction INC | 1163475 | Clear | <1 | Exempt | On file |
| Jv Mobile & Manufactured Home Specialist | 1163448 | 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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