C-54 compliance in San Diego — CSLB data
San Diego: 182 active C-54 licenses per CSLB (September 2026). Workers' comp on file — 38%. Exempt — 60%.
Suspensions today: 0 workers' comp, 12 bond.
San Diego County totals: 675 C-54 licenses; 2 suspended for workers' comp, 32 for bonds.
Median time licensed: 18.1 years. 19% are under three years old; 43% have 20+ years. 19 were issued in the last 12 months.
3% 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 San Diego are suspended?
As of September 2026, 0 for workers' comp and 12 for bond issues, out of 182 active C-54 licenses based in San Diego.
How many new C-54 licenses were issued in San Diego last year?
19 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.