Roofing contractors in San Jose by the numbers
San Jose is home to 136 licensed roofing contractors (C-39, CSLB September 2026) — #2 in California, about 3% of the 4,970 contractor licenses based here.
Nearby in Santa Clara County: Campbell (16), Santa Clara (13), Gilroy (11), Sunnyvale (11).
29% of San Jose's C-39 licensees hold more than one classification — most often B General Building Contractor (22%), C-33 Painting and Decorating Contractor (3%). Extra classifications can change how carriers rate your general liability and workers' comp, so list every license class when you quote.
Business structure: 29% sole owners, 63% corporations, 5% LLCs; median time licensed 10.3 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 Jose 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 Jose?
136 active C-39 licenses have a business address in San Jose (CSLB, September 2026); 92% carry workers' comp and 0% are filed exempt.
Does general liability cover a leak after I finish the job?
That is completed-operations coverage. Most contractor GL policies include it, but some roofing policies limit or exclude it — it is one of the first things we check when comparing quotes.