Painting contractors in Santa Ana by the numbers
Santa Ana is home to 125 licensed painting contractors (C-33, CSLB September 2026) — #13 in California, about 8% of the 1,489 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Orange County: Anaheim (192), Orange (107), Garden Grove (101), Huntington Beach (88).
17% of Santa Ana's C-33 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (9%), D-12 D12 (4%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 44% sole owners, 50% corporations, 3% LLCs; median time licensed 6.8 years.
What carriers look at
For painters, underwriters focus first on: damage to floors, fixtures and finishes inside occupied homes; and fire from solvents and rags. 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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana?
125 active C-33 licenses have a business address in Santa Ana (CSLB, September 2026); 49% carry workers' comp and 50% 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.