C-39 — Roofing Contractor
Compliance obligations for California C-39 (Roofing Contractor) contractors. Keep every deadline tracked to stay licensed and avoid penalties.
Compliance Obligations
| Obligation | Agency | Cycle | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSLB Contractor License Renewal | Contractors State License Board (CSLB) | 2 years | $450 |
| Contractor License Bond | Contractors State License Board (CSLB) | continuous | $25,000 |
| Bond of Qualifying Individual | Contractors State License Board (CSLB) | continuous | $25,000 |
| LLC Employee/Worker Bond | Contractors State License Board (CSLB) | continuous | $100,000 |
| Workers' Compensation Insurance | Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) | annual | Varies by classification and payroll |
Workers' Compensation
Workers' comp is required for C-39 contractors.
Mandatory date: 2023-01-01 (Phase 1). Contractors with employees must carry workers' compensation insurance at all times.
Scope of Work
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A roofing contractor installs products and repairs surfaces that seal, waterproof and weatherproof structures. This work is performed to prevent water or its derivatives, compounds or solids from penetrating such protection and gaining access to material or space beyond. In the course of this work, the contractor examines and/or prepares surfaces and uses the following material: asphaltum, pitch, tar, felt, glass fabric, urethane foam, metal roofing systems, flax, shakes, shingles, roof tile, slate or any other roofing, waterproofing, weatherproofing or membrane material(s) or a combination thereof.
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City Business Licenses
In addition to state requirements, you may need a city business license.
Renewal: January 1 (calendar year)
Renewal: May 31 (registration renewal); March 1 (annual business tax return)
Renewal: January 1 (calendar year)
Renewal: December 31 (calendar year)
Renewal: March 1 (annual)
Renewal: January 31 (calendar year, certificate expires December 31)
Renewal: March 1 (calendar year)
Renewal: Anniversary of license issue date (annual)
Renewal: July 31 (fiscal year ending June 30)
Renewal: Anniversary of issue date (rolling annual renewal)
Renewal: January 31 (calendar year, renewal notices mailed in November)
Renewal: April 1 (fiscal year April 1 - March 31)
Renewal: Anniversary-based (rolling annual expiration)
Renewal: Annual (due first day of month after expiration) or quarterly (Jan 1, Apr 1, Jul 1, Oct 1)
Renewal: June 30 (fiscal year July 1 - June 30, renewal due July 31)