Licensed Contractors in San Diego County, CA

Updated November 1, 2026 · Data from CSLB's public license file

21,610licenses
95.4%Clear
4.6%suspended (state 4.6%)
50.6%workers' comp exempt
12.3 yrsmedian time licensed
1,603new in 12 months

San Diego County has 21,610 contractor licenses with a local mailing address, spread over 59 cities and towns (21 with their own page here). 95.4% are Clear. The suspension rate, 4.6%, is about the same as the statewide rate of 4.6%. 50.6% of local licenses claim a workers' comp exemption (statewide: 49.6%).

Cities and towns in San Diego County

Licensed-trade lists in San Diego County

Suspensions in San Diego County, by reason

Most common suspension types in San Diego County

Explainers: Suspended: contractor's bond · Suspended: workers' compensation · Suspended: liability insurance · Suspended: family support order

Most common license types in San Diego County

General Building Contractor (9,109)
Electrical Contractor (2,180)
Limited Specialty (1,903)
Plumbing Contractor (1,721)
Painting and Decorating Contractor (1,471)
Landscaping Contractor (1,383)
General Engineering Contractor (1,212)
Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning Contractor (924)
Flooring and Floor Covering Contractors (765)
Ceramic and Mosaic Tile Contractor (711)
Concrete Contractor (517)
Cabinet, Millwork and Finish Carpentry Contractor (486)

Source: CSLB public data · Updated November 1, 2026 Status can change at any time. Verify on CSLB's Instant License Check.

Licensed Contractors in San Diego County, CA

Cities and towns in San Diego County

Licensed-trade lists in San Diego County

Suspensions in San Diego County, by reason

Most common license types in San Diego County

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