CA LAW REQUIREDSB 216 COMPLIANTGHOST POLICIES AVAILABLE

Workers Comp Insurance
for Fremont, CA Contractors

California Labor Code §3700 requires all Fremont employers to carry workers compensation. SB 216 extended this requirement to sole proprietors in many trades. We shop multiple insurance markets to get you the coverage options based on your trade and payroll in Alameda County.

Workers Comp Rates for Fremont Contractors

WCIRB base rates per $100 of payroll for Alameda County contractors. Actual rates depend on your experience modification factor (EMR) and claims history.

Trade / LicenseWCIRB Class CodeRate per $100 Payroll
Roofing (C-39)5552/5553Pricing varies by classification, payroll, operations, claims history, limits, and underwriting
Electrical (C-10)5190$4.50 – $8.00
Plumbing (C-36)5183$6.00 – $10.00
HVAC (C-20)5183$5.50 – $9.00
General Contractor (B)5403$8.00 – $14.00
Concrete (C-8)5213$7.00 – $12.00
Painting (C-33)5474$6.00 – $10.00
Landscaping (C-27)0042$5.00 – $9.00

SB 216 Compliance for Fremont Contractors

Phase 1 — Effective Jan 1, 2023

C-8 Concrete, C-20 HVAC, C-22 Asbestos, C-39 Roofing, and D-49 Tree Service contractors must carry WC even with no employees.

Phase 2 — Effective Jan 1, 2028

All remaining CSLB license classifications will be required to carry workers comp (SB 1455 extended the original 2026 deadline).

Ghost Policy Option

Sole proprietors with no employees can satisfy SB 216 with an owner-excluded ghost policy — typically $800–Varies.

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