Preferred Builders

Lake Almanor · Lassen County · CA

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Bestopedia verdict

92 / 100 Bestopedia Trust Score

California’s contractor board lists Preferred Builders with a license standing of CLEAR. A contractor bond is on file, and workers’ compensation coverage is current.

License standing
25 / 25
Clean record
15 / 15
Track record
22.5 / 30
License continuity
10 / 10
Workers' comp
12 / 12
Contractor bond
8 / 8

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CSLB license
#655126 verify on CSLB ↗
Classifications
B
Years licensed
33.8 years since 09/28/1992
Contractor bond
$25,000 American Contractors Indemnity Company
Workers’ comp
Current Everest Premier Insurance Company
Business type
Sole Owner
Qualifying principal
Jay Michael Williams
Address of record
123 Riverbend Way, Lake Almanor, CA 96137

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Preferred Builders a licensed General Contractor contractor in California?

Yes. Preferred Builders holds California CSLB contractor license #655126 with a B (General Building) classification. Current CSLB status: CLEAR (as of July 2026).

What work is Preferred Builders licensed to perform?

Preferred Builders is licensed for B (General Building).

Is Preferred Builders bonded?

Yes. Preferred Builders carries contractor's bond #SC1022913 for $25,000 through American Contractors Indemnity Company.

Does Preferred Builders carry workers' compensation insurance?

Yes. Preferred Builders has workers' compensation insurance on file with Everest Premier Insurance Company, with a policy expiration of 05/30/2027.

How long has Preferred Builders held its contractor license?

Preferred Builders has held California contractor license #655126 since 09/28/1992, approximately 34 years (as of July 2026).

Where is Preferred Builders located?

Preferred Builders is based in Lake Almanor, Lassen County, CA 96137.