C-61 compliance in Visalia — CSLB data
There are 83 C-61 licenses with a Visalia business address (September 2026): 66% with workers' comp on file, 29% exempt.
Right now 1 are suspended for workers' comp and 3 for a bond problem.
Tulare County totals: 156 C-61 licenses; 2 suspended for workers' comp, 6 for bonds.
5% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-61 license
- License bond: $25,000 on file with CSLB.
- Workers' comp: C-61/D-49 tree service must carry it now, even with no employees; other D subcategories need it with employees, and 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 C-61 licenses in Visalia are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 3 for bond issues, out of 83 active C-61 licenses based in Visalia.
How many new C-61 licenses were issued in Visalia last year?
2 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Does a C-61 contractor need workers' comp?
C-61/D-49 tree service must carry it now regardless of employees. Other D subcategories need it with employees and, from January 1, 2028, for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.