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Alternative Energy Applications Inc

Alternative Energy Applications Inc of San Diego holds California license 985761 (A General Engineering). The CSLB file dated Nov 1, 2026 lists it as active.1 It expires Jul 31, 2027.

Licensed 13 years, longer than 62% of 1,859 active San Diego general contractors.

Active

Alternative Energy Applications Inc, San Diego

License
985761
Class
A General Engineering
Expires
Jul 31, 2027
Bond
$25,000
Workers' comp
Insured to Mar 8, 2027

CSLB file dated Nov 1, 2026

From the CSLB file dated Nov 1, 2026. Not a consumer report; check the board before you hire.

Has the board taken action on this license?

None in the CSLB file dated Nov 1, 2026. Confirm with the board: CSLB license check

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

Bond
$25,000Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, from Jul 17, 2026, continuous
Liability insurance
Not in the CSLB fileCheck with the board
Workers' comp
InsuredHartford Casualty Insurance Company, from Mar 8, 2026, to Mar 8, 2027

Who is on this license?

Officer
Peter J. RubensSince Jul 31, 2013
Responsible managing officer, CEO and president
Craig A. SmithSince Jul 31, 2013

What work does this license cover?

Issued Jul 31, 2013.

Which other San Diego businesses hold A General Engineering?

General Contractors in San DiegoCalifornia general contractors

What should you check before hiring?

What to ask before you hire

  1. Get the license number in writing. The name on the license should match the name on your contract and invoice.
  2. Check the class covers the job. A license for one trade doesn't cover another. California license classes
  3. Ask for a certificate of insurance sent to you by the insurance agent, not handed over by the contractor. How to read a COI
  4. Ask who will be on site. If a crew works on your property, ask for proof of workers' comp. An exemption on file means the contractor told the CSLB it has no employees.
  5. Put it in a written contract: license number, price, start date and payment schedule. Check the license again on the day you sign.

If the license is lapsed

  1. Don't sign or pay a deposit until the CSLB shows the license active again.
  2. Ask the contractor why. For a bond or insurance lapse, ask for proof that the new bond or policy was filed with the CSLB, then check again.
  3. If work has started, hold further payments, keep the contract, receipts and photos, and file a complaint with Contractors State License Board (CSLB).
  4. Check another contractor. California license lookup

Sources

  1. CSLB License Master (cslb.ca.gov, Nov 1, 2026)
  2. Contractors State License Board (CSLB)