LA Times reports: Japan quake jolts retrofitting demand in Southland
Following the earthquake and tsunami in Japan, California homeowners are seeking retrofit for their homes. The work can be expensive, and prices can vary widely.
Industry Updates
Understanding the Contractor’s License Bond
A surety bond is a contract in which a surety company promises the State of California that the contractor will comply with the Contractors’ State License Law. Generally speaking, a licensed contractor is obligated not to commit any violations of the Contractors’ State License Law. The law describes and identifies specific violations that the bond will cover and violations can result in disciplinary action against the licensed contractor.
CSLB Fall California Blitz Stings 111 for Unlicensed Contracting
A total of 111 suspected unlicensed contractors were arrested during the two-day statewide undercover operation on October 20 and 21, 2010.
CSLB Takes the Cake for Sting Targeting Illegal Operators + Ten Reasons to get your License
SWIFT investigators posed as homeowners who were looking for a contractor to do fencing work on their home. Those who bid more than $500 were arrested and issued an issued a Notice to Appear (NTA) in court for contracting without a license. California law requires all home improvement jobs valued at greater than $500 for labor and materials be undertaken by a state-licensed contractor. Those without licenses may advertise their services and work on jobs valued at less than $500, but their ads must state that they are not licensed. Licensees are required to put their license number in all ads.
World’s largest solar project moves towards final approval for Blythe, CA
Another milestone has been realized in the development of what will be the world’s largest solar energy installation, Solar Millennium’s proposed solar thermal power project at Blythe in the US state of California.
National Association of Home Builders Reports: As Downturn Lingers on, Remodelers Toss ‘Business as Usual’ Out the Window
“You used to be able to upsell,” Hogdon added. Now remodeling customers “are looking for the biggest bang for the smallest buck. There is no more keeping up with the Joneses. They are looking at the contractor for guidance,” and are searching for products that are “serviceable” and not at “the highest end.”
CSLB Warns to Prevent Scams People Should Hire Only State-Licensed Contractors
More news continues to flood marketplace surrounding arrest, fines, and unlawful activity surrounding contracting without a license. Just today News 10 ABC’s Michelle Ponto reported the following,
CSLB Sting Operations How To Not Get Stung
Overview of what the CSLB -Contractors State License Board, considers an illegal contractor and share what penalties these operators are potentially subject to.
Gain The Competitive Edge
Many consumers want to avoid costly pitfalls such as these by hiring an experienced Licensed Contractor
Lead paint poisoning affects over one million children today according to the Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Certified Renovator certification is a national requirement as of April 22, 2010 for anyone renovating, repairing and/or painting a pre-1978 home or child-occupied facility