The 10 Best Seismic retrofit contractors in Los Angeles, CA

Contractors in Los Angeles are licensed by the California State License Board (CSLB), which has one of the highest standards for licensing. Use our bidding system to get the compare quotes from the most reliable contractors, and check whether the contractor’s license is active and in good standing through the CSLB at www.cslb.ca.gov.

Be sure to hire a contractor that has worker's compensation, or you could be held responsible for any injuries on the job. Choosing a licensed general contractor is important, as the California State License Board can take action against an unlicensed contractor, but cannot force them to make repairs or pay amends.

Only very minor projects can be done without a permit, such as painting, most landscaping, and some simple repairs such as replacing the glass in a window. Keep in mind that Los Angeles has an ‘express permit’ system for minor scale projects that do not require the standard and lengthy plan check, but need a permit nonetheless.