Detail of ornamental green bridge railing showing precision craftsmanship

Certifications

Licensed, insured, and certified across four states.

MBE Certified

Cristiano & Son is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in Connecticut and Rhode Island. MBE certification demonstrates that the company meets strict eligibility requirements as a minority-owned business and qualifies for participation in government-funded transportation and infrastructure projects.

For project managers and procurement officers, working with an MBE-certified contractor helps meet state participation goals. Cristiano & Son has been MBE certified since 2010 and has completed dozens of DOT and public agency projects across the Northeast.

MBE Certified
  • Connecticut
  • Rhode Island
DBE History

Became DBE certified with CT DOT in 2017. Awarded 5 major projects in the first year including Greenwich Railroad, Merwin Bridge, and Clinton Bridge.

SSPC Certified

The Society for Protective Coatings (SSPC) is the industry standard for surface preparation and coating application. Our QP certifications demonstrate that we have the equipment, trained personnel, and quality control systems to handle the most demanding coating projects.

QP1 -- Painting Contractor Certification

Qualified for field application of protective coatings to industrial structures, including bridges, tanks, and infrastructure.

QP2A -- Hazardous Coatings Removal

Qualified for removal of hazardous coatings (lead, chromium, cadmium) with full environmental containment.

QP2B -- Coatings Removal

Qualified for removal of all coating types through abrasive blasting, power tool cleaning, and chemical stripping.

C5 -- Lead Paint Removal

Certified for removal of lead-based coatings from infrastructure, including full containment, worker protection, and hazardous waste disposal.

What This Means for Your Project

MBE Certified

Meet state participation goals on DOT-funded projects. MBE certified in CT and RI since 2010.

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SSPC Quality Standards

Industry-certified surface prep and coating application. Third-party verified quality control.

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Four-State Coverage

Certified to work in CT, NY, MA, and RI. One contractor, multiple state projects.

Licenses & Classifications

Connecticut
  • HIC #0573493
  • LIC #MCO.0904090
  • OSHA 30 Certified
  • Lead Certified
Rhode Island
  • Home Improvement Contractor License
DBE NAICS Codes
  • 237310 -- Highway, Street & Bridge Construction
  • 238320 -- Painting & Wall Covering
  • 332312 -- Ornamental Metal Fabrication
  • 238990 -- Specialty Trade Contractors
  • 238910 -- Site Preparation
  • 561730 -- Landscaping Services
DBE Capabilities
Painting & Wallcovering Ornamental Metal Fabrication Fencing & Guardrail Construction Curbing & Sidewalks Erosion Control Landscaping Trenching & Backfilling
Night bridge painting operations with bucket trucks and work lights

Ready to Start Your Next Project?

From bridge restoration to highway guardrail installation, we bring 25 years of infrastructure expertise to every project. MBE certified in Connecticut and Rhode Island.