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A contractor starts using a new business name in advertising without confirming the name is on the CSLB license record. What is the best compliance step?

Correct Answer

C) Make sure the business name used to contract and advertise matches the licensed business record or is properly updated.

The contractor should not mislead the public about the licensed business identity; business names used should match or be properly recorded with CSLB.

Answer Options
A
Use any name that sounds professional.
B
Use the new name only on social media.
C
Make sure the business name used to contract and advertise matches the licensed business record or is properly updated.
D
Let customers pick which name appears on the contract, even though that can conflict with the licensed business identity.

Why This Is the Correct Answer

The contractor should not mislead the public about the licensed business identity; business names used should match or be properly recorded with CSLB.

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