C-54 compliance in Fontana — CSLB data
Of the 20 C-54 contractors licensed in Fontana, 30% carry workers' comp and 65% claim the no-employee exemption (CSLB, September 2026).
Every one is currently clear of workers' comp and bond suspensions.
San Bernardino County totals: 284 C-54 licenses; 1 suspended for workers' comp, 9 for bonds.
Median time licensed: 9.4 years. 20% are under three years old; 15% have 20+ years. 3 were issued in the last 12 months.
5% are LLCs, which carry extra CSLB insurance and bond rules (below).
What CSLB requires for a C-54 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-54 licenses in Fontana are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 0 for bond issues, out of 20 active C-54 licenses based in Fontana.
How many new C-54 licenses were issued in Fontana last year?
3 in the 12 months to September 2026. Each needed a $25,000 bond on file before CSLB issued the license.
Do C-54 tile contractors need workers' comp?
Yes with employees; from January 1, 2028 CSLB will require it for all active licenses (SB 1455), except joint ventures.