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Smith J & R Construction, B General Building Contractor in Oakland, CA

License #956474·Sole Owner·Oakland, Alameda County
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Summary

Smith J & R Construction operating as a sole owner holds an active California contractor license (CSLB #956474), valid through Jan 31, 2027. First issued in 2011, the license has been on the CSLB roster for 15 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 Oakland, in Alameda County, California.

Business Information
Address
9028 Castlewood Street
Oakland, CA 94605
License Details & Classifications
License Number
956474
Issued
Jan 10, 2011
Status
CLEAR
Expires
Jan 31, 2027
Entity
Sole Owner
Financial & Insurance Coverage
Contractor Bond
Surety
Western Surety Company
Bond Number
67590042
Effective
Dec 27, 2025
Status
Active
Workers' Compensation
Coverage
Exempt
Carrier
Policy Number
Effective
Dec 16, 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 Smith J & R Construction licensed in California?

Yes. Smith J & R Construction holds California Contractors State License Board license number 956474, which is active and in good standing. The license was first issued on January 10, 2011. It is valid through January 31, 2027.

What does Smith J & R Construction specialize in?

Smith J & R Construction is licensed for one CSLB classification: B General Building Contractor.

Where is Smith J & R Construction headquartered?

Smith J & R Construction is headquartered at 9028 Castlewood Street, Oakland, CA 94605, in Alameda County, California.

Does Smith J & R Construction have an active surety bond on file with CSLB?

Yes. Smith J & R Construction has an active California contractor surety bond filed with Western Surety Company.

Does Smith J & R Construction carry workers' compensation coverage?

Smith J & R Construction reports an exempt workers' compensation status, meaning the business has no employees on payroll.

How do I verify Smith J & R Construction's contractor license?

You can verify Smith J & R Construction's license directly with the California Contractors State License Board at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/LicenseDetail.aspx?LicNum=956474.

Activity Timeline
  1. License issuedJan 10, 2011
  2. WC coverage startsDec 16, 2024
  3. Bond activeDec 27, 2025
  4. License expiresJan 31, 2027
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