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Alternative Building Services, B General Building Contractor in Arcata, CA

License #894393·Sole Owner·Arcata, Humboldt County
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Summary

Alternative Building Services operating as a sole owner holds an active California contractor license (CSLB #894393), valid through Jan 31, 2028. First issued in 2007, the license has been on the CSLB roster for 19 years. It carries a single CSLB classification: B — General Building Contractor. Records show an active surety bond on file with Western Surety Company and an exempt workers' compensation status (no employees on payroll). The business is based in Arcata, in Humboldt County, California.

Business Information
Address
4859 Airstream Ave
Arcata, CA 95521
License Details & Classifications
License Number
894393
Issued
Apr 12, 2007
Status
CLEAR
Expires
Jan 31, 2028
Entity
Sole Owner
Financial & Insurance Coverage
Contractor Bond
Surety
Western Surety Company
Bond Number
66705112
Effective
Jul 26, 2023
Status
Active
Workers' Compensation
Coverage
Exempt
Carrier
Policy Number
Effective
Jan 16, 2026
Expires
Review

This contractor warrants a closer look before contracting:

  • Workers' comp listed as exempt
License StatusActive
Contractor BondOn file
Workers' CompensationActive

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Frequently asked questions
Is Alternative Building Services licensed in California?

Yes. Alternative Building Services holds California Contractors State License Board license number 894393, which is active and in good standing. The license was first issued on April 12, 2007. It is valid through January 31, 2028.

What does Alternative Building Services specialize in?

Alternative Building Services is licensed for one CSLB classification: B General Building Contractor.

Where is Alternative Building Services headquartered?

Alternative Building Services is headquartered at 4859 Airstream Ave, Arcata, CA 95521, in Humboldt County, California.

Does Alternative Building Services have an active surety bond on file with CSLB?

Yes. Alternative Building Services has an active California contractor surety bond filed with Western Surety Company.

Does Alternative Building Services carry workers' compensation coverage?

Alternative Building Services reports an exempt workers' compensation status, meaning the business has no employees on payroll.

How do I verify Alternative Building Services's contractor license?

You can verify Alternative Building Services's license directly with the California Contractors State License Board at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=894393.

Activity Timeline
  1. License issuedApr 12, 2007
  2. Bond activeJul 26, 2023
  3. WC coverage startsJan 16, 2026
  4. License expiresJan 31, 2028
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