A compliance in San Mateo — CSLB data
Of the 21 A contractors licensed in San Mateo, 67% carry workers' comp and 29% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
No active workers' comp or bond suspensions today.
Across San Mateo County the count is 232, and 6 are suspended for coverage or bond lapses.
62% of San Mateo's A licenses are 20+ years old, 14% are newer than three years (median 23.2 years). 1 were issued in the last 12 months.
10% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a A 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 A licenses in San Mateo are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 21 active A licenses based in San Mateo.
How many new A licenses were issued in San Mateo last year?
1 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do A contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.