Licensed General Contractors in Albany, California
Updated November 1, 2026 from CSLB's public license file · B General Building Contractor
- 26licensed general contractors
- 23active (Clear)
- 11.5%with a suspension
- 46.2%workers' comp exempt
- 21.7 yrsmedian time licensed
- 57.7%corp / LLC / partnership (42.3% sole owner)
- 0new in the last 12 months
- —change tracking began November 1, 2026
There are 26 general contractors based in Albany in CSLB's current file. 23 (88.5%) have a Clear status as of November 1, 2026.
The share with a suspension, 11.5%, is 7.3 points higher than the Alameda County rate for the same license (4.2%). 46.2% report a workers' comp exemption, 11.5 points lower than the statewide figure for general contractors (57.7%), so many of these businesses say they have no employees.
The median general contractor here has held a license for 21.7 years (more than the statewide median of 15.3), and 0 licenses were issued in the last 12 months.
General contractors hold CSLB's B (General Building Contractor) license, which covers projects that combine two or more unrelated trades. See the B General Building Contractor guide for what the license covers.
How to check a general contractor's license in Albany
- Open the general contractor's profile from the table below (or search Albany listings by name). Check that B appears among its classifications and that the primary status reads Clear. What B covers.
- Before any money changes hands, verify the license on CSLB's own lookup. Our data comes from CSLB's weekly file, so a very recent change may not show here yet.
- Ask for the pocket license and a photo ID and match the name to your contract. Work of $1,000 or more needs a license (the $1,000 rule), and a down payment can't exceed $1,000 or 10% (down payment rules).
All 26 general contractors in Albany
Albany general contractors sorted with Clear licenses first, then by years licensed. Badges reflect CSLB's file dated November 1, 2026, not a rating of anyone's work.
| Business name | License # | Status | Years | Workers' comp | Bond |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Building CO | 496748 | Clear | 40 | Exempt | On file |
| Art's Bldg | 534220 | Clear | 38 | Exempt | On file |
| Bay Area Retrofit | 558462 | Clear | 37 | Insured | On file |
| Gregory Michael Brazil | 591103 | Clear | 36 | Exempt | On file |
| Kalman Mark | 603307 | Clear | 36 | Exempt | On file |
| K A M I Construction INC | 694281 | Clear | 32 | Insured | On file |
| Nema Construction | 731870 | Clear | 29 | Insured | On file |
| Crivelari's Construction | 771774 | Clear | 26 | Insured | On file |
| Nick's General Construction Corporation | 778586 | Clear | 26 | Insured | On file |
| Ikels Mark | 784887 | Clear | 26 | Exempt | On file |
| Mashal Builders & Contractors INC | 805121 | Clear | 24 | Exempt | On file |
| Carr Custom Builders INC | 833607 | Clear | 22 | Insured | On file |
| Mc Caffrey Brothers INC | 871947 | Clear | 20 | Exempt | On file |
| Madrone Builders | 907018 | Clear | 18 | Insured | On file |
| California Rebuilders | 940562 | Clear | 16 | Insured | On file |
| Canivet Construction INC | 964362 | Clear | 15 | Insured | On file |
| Souki Construction | 964458 | Clear | 15 | Insured | On file |
| L G Design and Construction CO | 968649 | Clear | 14 | Exempt | On file |
| Assembly Builders INC | 1000158 | Clear | 11 | Insured | On file |
| Larreta Construction INC | 1054698 | Clear | 7 | Insured | On file |
| Premium Construction & Remodeling INC | 1074237 | Clear | 5 | Exempt | On file |
| Citywise Quality Construction INC | 1096207 | Clear | 4 | Exempt | On file |
| Bay Area Developers LLC | 1112932 | Clear | 2 | Insured | On file |
| Wk Construction INC | 476332 | Susp: workers' compensation | 41 | None | On file |
| Livingstone Landscapes | 886324 | Susp: contractor's bond | 20 | Exempt | On file |
| Old Growth Construction | 1026255 | Susp: contractor's bond | 9 | Exempt | On file |
Source: CSLB public data · Updated November 1, 2026 Status can change at any time. Verify on CSLB's Instant License Check.
Frequently asked questions
How many licensed general contractors are in Albany?
CSLB's current public file lists 26 general contractors with a Albany mailing address. 23 have a Clear status, and 88.5% show no issues at all in the file (no suspension, no pending action, bond on file, not near expiration).
What license does a general contractor need in California?
General contractors hold CSLB's B (General Building Contractor) license, which covers projects that combine two or more unrelated trades. Any job of $1,000 or more in labor and materials needs a licensed contractor. Read our guide to the $1,000 rule.
How do I check a general contractor's workers' comp?
Open the contractor's profile here to see the workers' comp type and insurer from CSLB's file. In Albany, 50% of general contractors list a policy, 46.2% claim an exemption and 3.8% show no current coverage. Confirm the policy with CSLB's workers' comp search before work starts. How to check workers' comp.
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