Clear — workers' comp lapsed

M G SIMMS PAINTING AND DECORATING

License #530160OaklandSole OwnerLicensed since May 12, 1988

This license is in good standing, but the workers’ compensation policy on file expired September 2026. If a worker is injured on your project without coverage, the liability can reach you as the homeowner. Ask for a current certificate of insurance before signing.

License

Status
CLEAR
First issued
May 12, 1988
Expires
May 31, 2028
Entity
Sole Owner
Address of record
7012 SNAKE ROAD, Oakland, CA 94611
Phone of record
(510) 339 8889

Contractor bond

Surety
AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY
Bond number
101056771
Amount
$25,000
Effective
March 22, 2026

Workers’ compensation

Carrier
GREAT AMERICAN ALLIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY
Policy number
WCF245777
Effective
September 17, 2024
Expires
September 17, 2026lapsed

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People on this license

NameTitleSinceThrough
SIMMS MICHAEL GARYSole OwnerMay 12, 1988Current

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