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Empire Refrigeration Inc - Grants Pass, Oregon

Oregon CCB license #127508 - Empire Refrigeration Inc - Grants Pass, Oregon. License status: Active. Valid through January 27, 2028.

Grants Pass, Josephine County  ·  RMI: Ralph Burchfield  ·  CCB since 1998  ·  28 yrs

#127508
CCB License
$20K
Bond
$1M
Insurance
28 years of continuous CCB licensing - one of the longer active track records in Oregon's contractor database.

CCB Lookup Trust Score

78
/ 100
Good CCB Lookup Trust Score
✓ Licensed ✓ Bonded ✓ Insured
Positive factors
  • Active CCB license +40 pts
  • 10+ years active (28 yrs) +12 pts
  • Surety bond current +8 pts
  • Liability insurance current +8 pts
  • Insurance above legal minimum +5 pts
  • Responsible Managing Individual identified +3 pts
  • Phone number on record +2 pts
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Residential Specialty Contractor in Grants Pass, Oregon Since 1998

Empire Refrigeration Inc is a residential specialty contractor based in Grants Pass, Josephine County, Oregon. Licensed by the CCB since 1998, the company serves homeowners in the region with specialized residential contracting services under the management of Ralph Burchfield.

Services:

  • Refrigeration system installation and repair
  • HVAC services
  • Residential cooling solutions

Empire Refrigeration Inc operates in Josephine County and maintains active CCB standing as a licensed residential specialty contractor.

CCB #127508 - licensed, bonded ($20,000) and insured ($1,000,000) under Oregon law.

Oregon CCB License #127508 - Empire Refrigeration Inc

Oregon CCB license #127508 is currently Active - registered since February 1998 and valid through January 27, 2028.

CCB License Number
#127508
License Status
Active
License Type
RSC Residential Specialty Contractors
First Registered
February 10, 1998
License Expires
January 27, 2028
Responsible Managing Individual
Ralph Burchfield

Contact & Address

Address
4570 Redwood Ave
Grants Pass, OR 97527

Bond & Insurance

The bond and insurance protect you in different situations - learn what each one covers →

Surety Bond

$20K
WESTERN SURETY COMPANY
Expires: January 27, 2028
One of 100+ surety companies active in Oregon's CCB database - bond market study →

Liability Insurance

$1M
ACUITY A MUTUAL INS CO
Expires: February 6, 2027
Acuity covers 3.2% of Oregon CCB contractors - insurer profile →

Oregon contractor bond and liability insurance requirements vary by license type, project scope, and risk exposure. Homeowners comparing contractors often review bond coverage limits, insurer reputation, and active policy status before signing a construction contract.

Workers' Compensation Insurance

Insurer
SAIF CORPORATION
Coverage status
Active
Coverage through
July 01, 2027
Employees
1-10
Industry (NAICS)
PLUMBING, HEATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS

Source: Oregon DCBS Workers' Compensation Employer Database. Contractors not listed may be exempt as sole proprietors without employees.

Before hiring Empire Refrigeration Inc: Request a Certificate of Insurance (COI) confirming the general liability insurance is active, lists Empire Refrigeration Inc as the named insured, and that coverage dates extend through your planned project dates. Verify the surety bond is also current - both protect you against different risks. For complaint history and disciplinary records, visit search.ccb.state.or.us →

Before You Hire

  • Confirm the license is Active and hasn't expired.
  • Check that bond and insurance are current - dates are listed above. Bond and insurance cover different risks →
  • Confirm the RMI (Responsible Managing Individual) will be on-site.
  • Always get a written contract referencing CCB license #127508.
  • Cross-verify with the official CCB database - data here may have a delay.
  • CCB Lookup does not include complaint or disciplinary history. For complaint records, check the official CCB search →
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Protect your home improvement project

Surety bond protection

Oregon's surety bond covers incomplete or defective work up to the bond limit. File a claim with the Oregon CCB within 2 years of project completion. How to file a bond claim →

General liability insurance

General liability covers property damage and bodily injury during the project. Ask for a COI (Certificate of Insurance) listing your address as an additional insured location.

Written contract required

Oregon law requires a written contract for residential projects over $2,000. It must include the CCB number, scope of work, and payment schedule. Contract requirements →

Workers' compensation coverage

Contractors with employees in Oregon are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. If a worker is injured on your property without coverage, you may bear liability. Verify coverage status before work begins.

Homeowners typically compare multiple licensed contractors before starting a project.

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Before you hire

Verify this contractor carries active general liability insurance and a current surety bond. Request a Certificate of Insurance (COI) listing your property before any work begins. Oregon contractors must maintain minimum coverage - an Active license does not guarantee current insurance.

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Official CCB Record

Quick Summary

  • Status Active
  • License # #127508
  • Type RSC
  • County Josephine
  • RMI Ralph Burchfield
  • Bond $20K
  • Insurance $1M
  • Lic. expires January 27, 2028
  • Bond expires January 27, 2028
  • Ins. expires February 6, 2027
  • Employees 1-10
  • Industry PLUMBING, HEATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING CONTRACTORS
  • Last updated July 4, 2026
  • Synced July 8, 2026

Last updated = last detected change in CCB records. Synced = last fetch from the Oregon CCB Open Data Portal. Data may lag up to 24h.

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Other RSC in Josephine

6 other active Residential Specialty Contractors licensed in Josephine County. Comparing multiple licensed contractors before hiring is standard practice for any project over $2,000.

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Record first imported: February 22, 2026  ·  Last data change detected: July 4, 2026  ·  Synced with CCB Open Data: July 8, 2026. Always verify at CCB.oregon.gov before hiring.