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From choosing the right license classification and completing your CSLB application to preparing for exams and staying compliant, here’s what to expect along the way.
Contractors License Guru was founded by a former CSLB application technician with more than 20 years of contractor licensing experience. That firsthand knowledge shapes everything from application assistance and exam prep to business setup and ongoing license maintenance.
With flexible options designed for California contractor license exams, you can prepare at your own pace and study with confidence.
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Phil was a big help with my contractor license from start to finish. He helped me with all the paperwork, answered every question I had, and was always easy to reach when I needed help. He’s very experienced and knowledgeable and really knows the licensing process. Even after my license was issued, he’s still been there to answer questions and help with anything that comes up. Really good guy and I’d recommend him to anyone going through the licensing process.
I have worked with Phil at Contractor’s License Guru for many years and have referred countless people to him for help with contractor licensing. One of the biggest benefits of working with Phil is his incredibly quick response time, along with his in-depth knowledge of the Contractors State License Board and its requirements. He knows how to get the paperwork completed quickly, accurately, and correctly the first time, avoiding mistakes, delays, and the need for multiple submissions. My wife also used Phil’s training materials to prepare for both the General B and C-39 license exams, and she passed both on her first attempt. I highly recommend Phil and Contractor’s License Guru to anyone who needs help obtaining a contractor’s license, navigating the licensing process, or preparing for the contractor license exams. Phil is knowledgeable, responsive, and truly knows his business.
Phil at Contractors Guru made the process simple and stress-free. He helped us convert a sole proprietorship into a corporation, add a DBA, and get our contractor bond. He can also help with workers' comp and general liability insurance. Phil is very responsive and knows the CSLB process inside and out. If you're a California contractor and want to avoid delays, paperwork headaches, and back-and-forth with the CSLB, I highly recommend giving Phil a call.
Contractors license Guru is a great resource. Phill does everything he can to help you succeed. The study material was great I recommend getting access to the online portion as well it helped prepare me to pass exams. Thanks phill I’d give more stars if I could.
A U.S. Navy veteran who served from 1981 to 1985, Phil brings a unique perspective to contractor licensing. With hands-on experience in residential construction and five years working inside the CSLB as an application technician, he has a deep understanding of how applications are reviewed, how experience and classifications are evaluated, and where applicants commonly encounter challenges.
For more than 20 years, Phil has helped California contractors navigate the licensing process. Through Contractors License Guru, he provides expert guidance with applications, exam preparation, license changes, business setup, and ongoing license maintenance.
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