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UNLICENSED CONTRACTORS & HANDYMAN SERVICES
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By now you should be aware that it is illegal to operate as an unlicensed contractor in the state of California. Contracting jobs which have a cost of over $500 in materials and labor require the contractor to be licensed.
Business and Professions Code section 7028 – contracting without a license. The penalty for operating without a license on a first offense is up to six months in jail and/or a fine of up to $5,000, plus the potential for additional administrative fines and penalties. Business and Professions Code section 7027.1 – illegal advertising. This penalizes any unlicensed contractor who posts advertising and does not state in the ad that they are unlicensed. Unlicensed contractors are allowed to advertise for jobs under $500, but still must state that they are unlicensed, otherwise, if caught, they may face a fine from $700 to $1,000.
ADDITIONALLY - if a worker gets hurt on your property/project they can sue the homeowner. You need to insist on workers compensation insurance to protect your home and family!
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