Consumer tip: Finding a contractor in California

Do you need to hire a contractor for your home improvement project or emergency home repair? In California, all home improvement projects over $500 require a contractor licensed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB).

Looking up contractors in your area and whether any contractor under consideration is licensed is as easy as going to the Contractors State License Board’s website, cslb.ca.gov, and using their convenient search tools. You will also be able to determine on the website...