C-46 compliance in El Cajon — CSLB data
Of the 12 C-46 contractors licensed in El Cajon, 50% carry workers' comp and 25% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
Right now 1 are suspended for workers' comp and 0 for a bond problem.
San Diego County totals: 117 C-46 licenses; 1 suspended for workers' comp, 3 for bonds.
Median time licensed: 20.7 years. 0% are under three years old; 50% have 20+ years.
What CSLB requires for a C-46 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 C-46 licenses in El Cajon are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 12 active C-46 licenses based in El Cajon.
Do C-46 contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.