Painting contractors in Santa Rosa by the numbers
Santa Rosa is home to 194 licensed painting contractors (C-33, CSLB September 2026) — #6 in California, about 9% of the 2,058 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Sonoma County: Petaluma (55), Rohnert Park (45), Windsor (21), Sonoma (20).
11% of Santa Rosa's C-33 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (8%), D-41 D41 (1%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 70% sole owners, 24% corporations, 6% LLCs; median time licensed 9.9 years.
What carriers look at
For painters, underwriters focus first on: fire from solvents and rags; and pickups and vans carrying sprayers and materials. 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 Rosa 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 Rosa?
194 active C-33 licenses have a business address in Santa Rosa (CSLB, September 2026); 47% carry workers' comp and 51% are filed exempt.
Does GL cover overspray on a neighbor's car?
Damage to other people's property during your work is a core GL exposure. Some painting policies add limits or exclusions for spray work, so we check that before you buy.