Which advertising practice is required by law for contractors?

Which advertising practice is required by law for contractors?

• A. Advertising must include the contractor’s license number on all forms
• B. Advertising must include bond number on all forms
• C. Advertising must display the license number only on contracts
• D. Advertising bears no license information

Answer: (A)

Advertising must show the contractor’s license number on every form of advertising. This requirement exists so the public can quickly verify that the person offering construction services is properly licensed and in good standing with the Contractors State License Board. It applies to all channels—print ads, business cards, websites, social media, and any other promotional material—so people can check the license status, including any disciplinary actions or updates, before hiring. Including only a bond number isn’t a legal advertising requirement, and omitting license information from ads or limiting it to contracts would mislead consumers and undermine protection. Displaying the license number in all advertising helps ensure transparency and deter unlicensed work.