Santa Barbara Contractor License Lookup
Search 4,904 licensed contractors in the Santa Barbara area. Verify license status, bond info, and complaint history.
4,904
Licensed Contractors
4,733
Active Licenses
170
Suspended
10+
Cities Covered
Cities in Santa Barbara Area
Most Common License Types in Santa Barbara
| Classification | Type | Contractors |
|---|---|---|
| B | General Building | 2,036 |
| C10 | Electrical | 465 |
| C33 | Painting | 439 |
| C36 | Plumbing | 376 |
| C27 | Landscaping | 353 |
| A | General Engineering | 345 |
| C15 | C15 | 143 |
| C54 | C54 | 139 |
| C20 | HVAC | 135 |
| C-6 | Cabinet/Millwork | 123 |
How to Verify a Contractor License in Santa Barbara
Before hiring a contractor in the Santa Barbara area, verify their license through the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB). Use the search box above to look up any contractor by name, license number, or business name. Our database includes 4,904 licensed contractors across Santa Barbara and surrounding cities.
What to Check
- License status — must show "Active" (not expired, suspended, or revoked)
- Classifications — must cover the type of work you need (e.g., B for general building, C-10 for electrical)
- Surety bond — California requires a $25,000 contractor bond
- Workers' compensation — required unless the contractor has no employees
- Complaint history — check for past disciplinary actions
Santa Barbara Contractor Licensing Facts
California requires state licensing for any construction project over $500 in labor and materials. The Santa Barbara area has 4,904 licensed contractors, of which 4,733 hold active licenses. 170 contractors currently have suspended licenses — always verify before hiring.
Report an Unlicensed Contractor
If you suspect a contractor in Santa Barbara is working without a license, you can report them to the CSLB at cslb.ca.gov or call 800-321-CSLB (2752). Unlicensed contracting is a misdemeanor in California.