C-54 compliance in Richmond — CSLB data
CSLB's license file (September 2026) lists 15 active C-54 licenses based in Richmond. 40% show a workers' comp policy and 60% are filed exempt.
1 of them are suspended (0 workers' comp / 1 bond) — a suspended license cannot legally contract.
Contra Costa County totals: 171 C-54 licenses; 2 suspended for workers' comp, 10 for bonds.
33% of Richmond's C-54 licenses are 20+ years old, 13% are newer than three years (median 15.3 years). 1 were issued in the last 12 months.
20% 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 Richmond are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 1 for bond issues, out of 15 active C-54 licenses based in Richmond.
How many new C-54 licenses were issued in Richmond 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-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.