Painting contractors in Mountain View by the numbers
Mountain View is home to 17 licensed painting contractors (C-33, CSLB September 2026), about 7% of the 230 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Santa Clara County: San Jose (380), Santa Clara (53), Sunnyvale (44), Campbell (36).
6% of Mountain View's C-33 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (6%), C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Contractor (6%). 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, 47% corporations, 0% LLCs; median time licensed 24.3 years.
What carriers look at
For painters, underwriters focus first on: pickups and vans carrying sprayers and materials; and falls from ladders, scaffolds and lifts. See the full coverage guide for painting contractors for limits, endorsements and workers' comp rules.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for Mountain View 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 painting contractors are in Mountain View?
17 active C-33 licenses have a business address in Mountain View (CSLB, September 2026); 59% carry workers' comp and 35% are filed exempt.
Do C-33 painters need workers' comp if I work alone?
Not today — a solo painter can file an exemption with CSLB. Beginning January 1, 2028 (SB 1455), CSLB will require workers' comp for all active licenses, except joint ventures.