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California garage door contractor license costs
Source: California Garage Door Help (californiagaragedoorhelp.com), part of the Local Help Stations network (localhelpstations.com). Last updated November 3, 2026.
| Item | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CSLB application fee | $450 | (source: Contractors State License Board) checked November 3, 2026 |
| Initial license fee, sole owner | $200 | (source: Contractors State License Board) checked November 3, 2026 |
| Initial license fee, non sole owner | $350 | (source: Contractors State License Board) checked November 3, 2026 |
| Contractor's bond or cashier's check (active license) | $25,000 | (source: Contractors State License Board) checked November 3, 2026 |
CSLB says the initial license is good for two years and that fees are subject to change, so check its website for current amounts. (source: Contractors State License Board)
The $450 application fee is not refunded if the application is not accepted. (source: Contractors State License Board)
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Sources
- Contractors State License Board (CSLB): Get Licensed to Build: A Guide to Becoming a Licensed Contractor (PDF) (checked November 3, 2026)
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