B General Building Licenses in Vista: Bond, Workers' Comp & Compliance

B compliance in Vista — CSLB data

CSLB's license file (September 2026) lists 465 active B licenses based in Vista. 38% show a workers' comp policy and 60% are filed exempt.

Suspensions today: 2 workers' comp, 14 bond.

San Diego County totals: 8,755 B licenses; 67 suspended for workers' comp, 354 for bonds.

45% of Vista's B licenses are 20+ years old, 18% are newer than three years (median 17.9 years). 29 were issued in the last 12 months.

6% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).

What CSLB requires for a B license

• License bond: $25,000 on file with CSLB.
• Workers' comp: required with employees; mandatory for all active licenses from January 1, 2028 (SB 1455).
• LLC licenses: $1M+ liability insurance and a $100,000 employee/worker bond.

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Frequently asked questions

How many B licenses in Vista are suspended?

As of September 2026, 2 for workers' comp and 14 for bond issues, out of 465 active B licenses based in Vista.

How many new B licenses were issued in Vista last year?

29 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.

Do general contractors need workers' comp with no employees?

Today a B license with no employees can file an exemption. Beginning January 1, 2028 (SB 1455), CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses, except joint ventures.

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