C-53 compliance in Murrieta — CSLB data
Of the 16 C-53 contractors licensed in Murrieta, 38% carry workers' comp and 56% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
Suspensions today: 1 workers' comp, 0 bond.
County-wide, Riverside County has 422 C-53 licenses, with 8 workers' comp and 18 bond suspensions.
Experience mix: median 14.0 years licensed, 12% new (<3 yrs), 25% veterans (20+ yrs). 1 were issued in the last 12 months.
12% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-53 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.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Murrieta 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
How many C-53 licenses in Murrieta are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 16 active C-53 licenses based in Murrieta.
How many new C-53 licenses were issued in Murrieta last year?
1 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-53 contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.