Painting contractors in Sacramento by the numbers
Sacramento is home to 310 licensed painting contractors (C-33, CSLB September 2026) — #4 in California, about 8% of the 4,096 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Sacramento County: Citrus Heights (64), Rancho Cordova (59), Orangevale (45), Carmichael (37).
23% of Sacramento's C-33 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (15%), C-9 Drywall Contractor (2%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 58% sole owners, 34% corporations, 5% LLCs; median time licensed 8.8 years.
What carriers look at
For painters, underwriters focus first on: lead-based paint work on pre-1978 homes (EPA RRP rules); and damage to floors, fixtures and finishes inside occupied homes. 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento?
310 active C-33 licenses have a business address in Sacramento (CSLB, September 2026); 37% carry workers' comp and 60% are filed exempt.
Do I need anything special for lead paint?
Work on pre-1978 homes falls under EPA lead-safe (RRP) rules, and some GL policies exclude lead. Tell us if you do this work so it is priced and covered correctly.