Contractor Insurance for contractors in Shafter
Most contractors carry general liability, workers' comp, commercial auto and the $25,000 license bond, plus tools and equipment coverage. The mix depends on your license class, employees and vehicles.
Shafter contractors by the numbers
Shafter has 70 active CSLB contractor licenses (September 2026). 53% carry a workers' comp policy, 43% are on file as exempt, and 7 licenses were issued here in the last 12 months. The largest group is B (21 licenses).
Other Kern County contractor markets
Bakersfield (2,722 licenses), Tehachapi (211 licenses), Ridgecrest (139 licenses), Rosamond (68 licenses), Frazier Park (58 licenses).
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Shafter contractors and requests additional insured endorsements for you when a contract calls for them. Call (858) 925-9555 or request a quote — only your name, phone and email are required. CA License #6008596.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need contractor insurance to work in Shafter?
Most contractors carry general liability, workers' comp, commercial auto and the $25,000 license bond, plus tools and equipment coverage. The mix depends on your license class, employees and vehicles.
What is the fastest way to get a certificate of insurance?
Once a policy is bound, a certificate of insurance can usually be issued quickly, including additional insured wording a GC asks for. Timing depends on the carrier and the endorsements requested.