The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) protects California consumers by licensing and regulating the state's construction industry. CSLB was established in 1929 and today licenses about 285,000 contractors in 45 different classifications.
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Going Solar
When it comes to going green, especially utilizing solar energy, California leads the nation. Our solar industry is booming. It’s never been easier or more affordable to go solar. If you’re considering installing a residential solar energy system, there’s important information you need to consider so you can be “Solar Smart.”
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Visit our Senior Scam Stopper℠ page
CSLB has offered Senior Scam Stopper℠ seminars throughout California since 1999, in cooperation with legislators, state and local agencies, law enforcement, district attorneys, and community-based organizations.
Seniors are a particularly vulnerable audience, often preyed upon by unlicensed or unscrupulous contractors. Senior Scam Stopper℠ seminars are an important tool to help educate seniors about hiring contractors, and to help protect them from being victimized.
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Don’t Pay Too Much Money Upfront for Home Improvement Projects
Home Improvement Payment Reminder
Contractors installing residential solar, constructing accessory dwelling units (ADUs), performing home improvement work, or rebuilding homes in declared disaster areas (including new home rebuilding) shall not receive a down payment of more than $1,000, or 10 percent of the contract price, whichever is less.
Except for a down payment, the contractor shall neither request nor accept payment that exceeds the value of the work performed or material delivered.
The down payment and progress payment restrictions extend to advance payment in whole or in part from any lender or financier for the performance or sale of home improvement goods or services.
Solar Energy System Contracting Tips
If you’re considering installing a residential solar energy system, there is important information you need to consider so you can be “Solar Smart.” More details can be found on CSLB’s Solar Smart page.
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