How can I verify this exact license myself?

You can check the status directly at the California Contractors State License Board official lookup tool using the license number 1011201.

What does the C-39 classification cover?

The C-39 classification covers roofing work. The record also shows workers' compensation is on file with Zurich American Insurance Company, which is a state requirement for this license type.

When was this business first licensed and what does 'active' mean?

The license was first issued in 2016. An active status means the license is currently valid and the contractor is authorized to work in California.

When does the license expire and why check the status?

The license expires on 2028-02-29. Checking the current status ensures the contractor is still authorized to perform work, as records can change.

What should I check before signing with a roofing contractor?

Verify the license status yourself at the state site, get the full scope of work in a written quote, and ask for local addresses of past jobs.

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Howard & Sons INC

Roofing contractor · San Bernardino, CA 92408 · record last checked July 11, 2026

License active — checked July 11, 2026

License

1011201

C-39 Roofing Contractor

Status

active

in good standing per state record

First licensed

2016

per California Contractors State License Board (CSLB)

Expires

February 29, 2028

renewal required

Howard & Sons INC holds an active C-39 Roofing Contractor license issued by the California Contractors State License Board. The business is located in San Bernardino, CA, according to official state records.

What this record does — and doesn't — tell you

This license shows the state issued permission to operate, but it does not indicate the quality of work or customer satisfaction. A license status of active means the contractor meets current state requirements, while an expired or suspended status would appear in the public record.

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Business phone of record

(951) 777-6633 (from the California Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license file — call them directly)

Common questions

How can I verify this exact license myself?: You can check the status directly at the California Contractors State License Board official lookup tool using the license number 1011201.
What does the C-39 classification cover?: The C-39 classification covers roofing work. The record also shows workers' compensation is on file with Zurich American Insurance Company, which is a state requirement for this license type.
When was this business first licensed and what does 'active' mean?: The license was first issued in 2016. An active status means the license is currently valid and the contractor is authorized to work in California.
When does the license expire and why check the status?: The license expires on 2028-02-29. Checking the current status ensures the contractor is still authorized to perform work, as records can change.
What should I check before signing with a roofing contractor?: Verify the license status yourself at the state site, get the full scope of work in a written quote, and ask for local addresses of past jobs.

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Source: California Contractors State License Board (CSLB), license file dated July 11, 2026. Safe Home Experts re-checks California records on a fixed schedule and unpublishes lapsed licenses. This page describes a public record — it is not a review, rating, or endorsement. Corrections: data corrections.