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Guides for California contractors who plan to pass.
CSLB exam strategies, business-law breakdowns, estimating math, and licensing news — written by California-licensed instructors.
6 min read · Jun 16, 2026
California General B License Requirements (2026)
Everything you need to qualify for the California General Building Contractor (B) license — experience, application, exam, bond and fees.
8 min read · Jun 15, 2026
C-10 Electrical Contractor License: Complete Exam Guide
Everything you need to pass the California C-10 Electrical Contractor exam — blueprint, key topics, study plan, and pass-rate tips.
7 min read · Jun 14, 2026
C-36 Plumbing Contractor License: Exam Topics & Study Plan
A focused guide to the California C-36 Plumbing exam — Uniform Plumbing Code, fixtures, drainage, venting, and a proven study plan.
6 min read · Jun 13, 2026
CSLB Law & Business Exam: The Topics That Win Points
The Law & Business exam is the same for every CSLB classification. Here are the topics that produce the most exam questions — and the fastest way to lock them in.
5 min read · Jun 12, 2026
California Contractor Bond and Insurance: What You Actually Need
Plain-English breakdown of the $25,000 contractor bond, workers comp, and liability insurance California requires before you can pull permits.
5 min read · Jun 11, 2026
The Best Way to Study for the Contractor Exam (Backed by Research)
Spaced repetition, active recall, and timed practice exams — the three study methods that move the pass-rate needle.
6 min read · Jun 10, 2026
Which CSLB License Should I Get? B vs C Classifications Explained
A clear comparison of the General B vs the specialty C licenses — and how to pick the right one for the work you actually want to do.