Electrical contractors in Palm Desert by the numbers
Palm Desert is home to 74 licensed electrical contractors (C-10, CSLB September 2026), about 12% of the 636 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Riverside County: Riverside (336), Corona (198), Temecula (144), Murrieta (128).
36% of Palm Desert's C-10 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (24%), C-36 Plumbing Contractor (8%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 41% sole owners, 57% corporations, 3% LLCs; median time licensed 17.0 years.
What carriers look at
For electricians, underwriters focus first on: eV charger, solar and battery work that some carriers underwrite separately; and service vans and trucks carrying wire, tools and meters. See the full coverage guide for electrical contractors for limits, endorsements and workers' comp rules.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Palm Desert 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 licensed electrical contractors are in Palm Desert?
74 active C-10 licenses have a business address in Palm Desert (CSLB, September 2026); 50% carry workers' comp and 45% are filed exempt.
Do C-10 electricians need workers' comp?
If you have employees, yes — California Labor Code 3700 requires it. With no employees you can currently file an exemption, but beginning January 1, 2028 (SB 1455), CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses; only joint-venture licenses remain exempt.