C-61/D-41 Siding and Decking California Contractor License Guide - Applying To The CSLB!

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0:09 What is a Siding and Decking contractor?
0:41 Who is required to have a C-61/D-41 license in California?
0:51 How long does the process take?
1:06 Basic requirements
1:21 Experience requirements
1:38 Who can sign off on your experience?
2:07 Criminal history
2:26 CSLB law & business exam
3:17 After you pass
3:37 Costs
3:59 Complete D-41 License Course

The C-61/D-41 license is for Contractors that specialize in siding and decking.

Siding and decking services are typically used by residential property owners.

The Contractors State License Board is the governing agency for contractors in the state of California. There are 73 classifications for licenses offered by the CSLB

You will first need to meet the basic California contractor license requirements:

-18 years of age
-Driver’s License or USA ID
-Social Security or ITIN #
-Not Currently on Probation or Parole

In addition to these basic requirements. Contractors looking to offer to siding and decking services must have at least 4 years of journeyman level experience which may include: finishing and wall cladding, insulated siding, installing shingles, clapboards, job site evaluation vinyl siding installation, house siding, and much more.

To be a licensed and bonded contractor in California you will need someone who can sign off on your experience. Journeyman level experience is gained working unsupervised performing all of the duties associated hardwood decking and siding.

The C-61/D-41 license is for experienced professionals who do not need to be taught anything about their expertise. Only those with sufficient experience and knowledge of safety are allowed to become siding contractors.

California contractors are expected to have achieved a certain level of mastery in their trade and must understand the basics of siding and decking.

The entire process to get the C61 contractor’s license takes about 90 days.

There are several factors which we talk about in the video that can extend this process beyond 90 days. The best way to ensure that you get your California contractor license quickly is to have all of your documentation in order before you submit the application.

If you have a criminal record, you will want to make sure that all of your court documents are in order.

If you have worked under the table, try to get any proof of experience that you can. This can be check stubs, tax returns, receipts, invoices anything that can show you have worked in the siding and decking industry for at least 4 years.

You will also need to pass the CSLB law & business exam.

The exam consists of 115 questions of contractor license law. Refer to the video for more information on exactly what will be on the CSLB law and business exam.

Choosing a contractor license school can be very helpful in helping you pass your state exam. Contractor classes should cover law only.

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Make sure that you prepare by using law study guides and practice tests. Remember that contractor classes should be law and OSHA Safety focused, not teaching trade.


There are several contractor license schools all over the state that offer programs for all 73 license classifications. If you are looking to one day get the general contractor license, it will be very helpful for you to take a blueprint reading class.


If you find yourself working on or around structures built pre-1978 you will want to look into getting an EPA lead safety certification.

Getting the C61 contractor’s license can be a huge step up for you in your career. In addition to being licensed and bonded, there may be a requirement for some type of journeyman certification. Be sure to check your local county and city laws for equivalents to the C61 license

We have videos on construction accounting, becoming a building inspector, mold remediation, blueprint reading, Construction bonds, and setting up a corporation.

To learn about the current California contractor license cost, check out this video:    • California Contractor License Cost - (2022...  


You will also find more information about how to become a licensed and bonded contractor, apprenticeships, siding and decking service qualifications, OSHA safety, and more additional licensing requirements.

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