Hvac contractors in Kern County by the numbers
Kern County is home to 234 licensed HVAC contractors (C-20, CSLB September 2026).
Nearby in Kern County: Bakersfield (176), Tehachapi (11), Taft (8), Ridgecrest (8).
Business structure: 53% sole owners, 39% corporations, 6% LLCs.
What carriers look at
For HVAC contractors, underwriters focus first on: fire or carbon-monoxide claims tied to furnace and venting work; and refrigerant handling and disposal under EPA rules. See the full coverage guide for HVAC contractors for limits, endorsements and workers' comp rules.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Kern County 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 HVAC contractors are in Kern County?
234 active C-20 licenses have a business address in Kern County (CSLB, September 2026); 95% carry workers' comp and 0% are filed exempt.
Can a C-20 HVAC contractor stay exempt from workers' comp?
No. Since January 1, 2023, every active C-20 license must have a current workers' comp policy on file with CSLB, with or without employees.