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Barnes Charles Construction, B General Building Contractor in Visalia, CA

License #404438·Sole Owner·Visalia, Tulare County
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Summary

Barnes Charles Construction operating as a sole owner holds an active California contractor license (CSLB #404438), valid through May 31, 2027. First issued in 1981, the license has been on the CSLB roster for 45 years. It carries a single CSLB classification: B — General Building Contractor. Records show an active surety bond on file with Merchants Bonding Company (mutual) and an exempt workers' compensation status (no employees on payroll). The business is based in Visalia, in Tulare County, California.

Business Information
Address
1729 E Howard Court
Visalia, CA 93292
License Details & Classifications
License Number
404438
Issued
May 4, 1981
Status
CLEAR
Expires
May 31, 2027
Entity
Sole Owner
Financial & Insurance Coverage
Contractor Bond
Surety
Merchants Bonding Company (mutual)
Bond Number
101744988
Effective
Mar 18, 2026
Status
Active
Workers' Compensation
Coverage
Exempt
Carrier
Policy Number
Effective
Apr 28, 2025
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 Barnes Charles Construction licensed in California?

Yes. Barnes Charles Construction holds California Contractors State License Board license number 404438, which is active and in good standing. The license was first issued on May 4, 1981. It is valid through May 31, 2027.

What does Barnes Charles Construction specialize in?

Barnes Charles Construction is licensed for one CSLB classification: B General Building Contractor.

Where is Barnes Charles Construction headquartered?

Barnes Charles Construction is headquartered at 1729 E Howard Court, Visalia, CA 93292, in Tulare County, California.

Does Barnes Charles Construction have an active surety bond on file with CSLB?

Yes. Barnes Charles Construction has an active California contractor surety bond filed with Merchants Bonding Company (mutual).

Does Barnes Charles Construction carry workers' compensation coverage?

Barnes Charles Construction reports an exempt workers' compensation status, meaning the business has no employees on payroll.

How do I verify Barnes Charles Construction's contractor license?

You can verify Barnes Charles Construction's license directly with the California Contractors State License Board at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=404438.

Activity Timeline
  1. License issuedMay 4, 1981
  2. WC coverage startsApr 28, 2025
  3. Bond activeMar 18, 2026
  4. License expiresMay 31, 2027
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