C-54 compliance in San Jose — CSLB data
There are 145 C-54 licenses with a San Jose business address (September 2026): 49% with workers' comp on file, 49% exempt.
Right now 1 are suspended for workers' comp and 6 for a bond problem.
Santa Clara County totals: 234 C-54 licenses; 1 suspended for workers' comp, 11 for bonds.
Experience mix: median 10.9 years licensed, 21% new (<3 yrs), 28% veterans (20+ yrs). 7 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 Jose are suspended?
As of September 2026, 1 for workers' comp and 6 for bond issues, out of 145 active C-54 licenses based in San Jose.
How many new C-54 licenses were issued in San Jose last year?
7 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.