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M E Smith Building Specialties

License #549697·Sole Owner·Aptos, Santa Cruz County
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Summary

M E Smith Building Specialties operating as a sole owner is licensed in California under CSLB number 549697. The license was first issued in 1988, putting the business at 38 years on the active CSLB roster. 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 Aptos, in Santa Cruz County, California.

Business Information
Address
8028 Soquel Dr
Aptos, CA 95003
License Details & Classifications
License Number
549697
Issued
Nov 29, 1988
Status
CLEAR
Expires
Nov 30, 2026
Entity
Sole Owner
Financial & Insurance Coverage
Contractor Bond
Surety
Western Surety Company
Bond Number
67834372
Effective
Mar 13, 2026
Status
Active
Workers' Compensation
Coverage
Exempt
Carrier
Policy Number
Effective
Dec 30, 2024
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 M E Smith Building Specialties licensed in California?

Yes. M E Smith Building Specialties holds California Contractors State License Board license number 549697. The license was first issued on November 29, 1988. It is valid through November 30, 2026.

What does M E Smith Building Specialties specialize in?

M E Smith Building Specialties is licensed for one CSLB classification: B General Building Contractor.

Where is M E Smith Building Specialties headquartered?

M E Smith Building Specialties is headquartered at 8028 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003, in Santa Cruz County, California.

Does M E Smith Building Specialties have an active surety bond on file with CSLB?

Yes. M E Smith Building Specialties has an active California contractor surety bond filed with Western Surety Company.

Does M E Smith Building Specialties carry workers' compensation coverage?

M E Smith Building Specialties reports an exempt workers' compensation status, meaning the business has no employees on payroll.

How do I verify M E Smith Building Specialties's contractor license?

You can verify M E Smith Building Specialties's license directly with the California Contractors State License Board at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=549697.

Activity Timeline
  1. License issuedNov 29, 1988
  2. WC coverage startsDec 30, 2024
  3. Bond activeMar 13, 2026
  4. License expiresNov 30, 2026
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