Fastsigns

Fastsigns of San Jose holds California license 979758 (C45 Sign). The CSLB file dated Oct 26, 2026 lists it as active.¹ It expires Dec 31, 2026.

Doing business as Colorbox Graphics Inc.

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Fastsigns, San Jose

CSLB file dated Oct 26, 2026

What bond, insurance and workers' comp are on file?

Issued Dec 24, 2012.

Bond: $25,000Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company, from Jul 10, 2026, continuous
Liability insurance: Not in the CSLB fileCheck with the board
Workers' comp: InsuredNova Casualty Company, from Nov 1, 2025, to Nov 1, 2026

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