The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this division, shall have the
meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates
a different meaning:
Building contractor
includes any person engaging for remuneration in the building construction business
of new construction, repair, alteration, or remodeling for which a building permit
is required by the building code, but excluding electricians, plumbers, and heating,
air conditioning and ventilating contractors.
Handyman
means any person providing repair or maintenance services for remuneration which would
not require a building permit under the building code. A handyman is exempt from the
provisions of this division.
