Roofing contractors in San Diego by the numbers
San Diego is home to 96 licensed roofing contractors (C-39, CSLB September 2026) — #4 in California, about 2% of the 5,819 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in San Diego County: Escondido (57), Vista (44), El Cajon (35), San Marcos (31).
36% of San Diego's C-39 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (31%), C-10 Electrical Contractor (7%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 23% sole owners, 61% corporations, 16% LLCs; median time licensed 7.9 years.
What carriers look at
For roofers, underwriters focus first on: completed-operations claims when a leak shows up months or years after the job; and debris and dropped materials damaging vehicles, landscaping or neighboring property. See the full coverage guide for roofing contractors for limits, endorsements and workers' comp rules.
Get a quote
Asena Capital Insurance Services compares multiple markets for San Diego 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 roofing contractors are in San Diego?
96 active C-39 licenses have a business address in San Diego (CSLB, September 2026); 82% carry workers' comp and 0% are filed exempt.
Can a C-39 roofer file a workers' comp exemption?
No. CSLB does not allow C-39 roofing licenses to file a workers' comp exemption — every active C-39 license must have workers' comp (or a valid Certification of Self-Insurance) on file, even with no employees. A license without one can be suspended.