Contractor bond hub
Every contractor bond, one place to get it.
License, bid, performance, payment, and maintenance bonds. See what your state requires, what each bond costs, and get started online.
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— Josh A., Los Angeles, CA
Choose your bond
Five bonds cover almost every contractor requirement
Each one has its own guide with amounts, costs, and state rules.
Contractor License Bond
Required by your state or city before you can get or renew a contractor license.
Bid Bond
Guarantees your bid. If you win and walk away, the owner is paid the difference.
Performance Bond
Guarantees you will finish the project under the contract terms.
Payment Bond
Guarantees you will pay your subcontractors, laborers, and suppliers.
Maintenance Bond
Covers defects in materials or workmanship after the project is finished.
How bonds fit together
From license to final warranty
Most contractors need a license bond first, then project bonds as they win work.
Get licensed
Your state or city requires a license bond before you can work.
Contractor License Bond →Win and build
Performance and payment bonds guarantee the work and the people on it.
Performance Bond →Payment Bond →
Warrant the work
Maintenance bonds cover defects for a set period after completion.
Maintenance Bond →Not sure which you need? Compare bid, performance, and payment bonds.
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What makes us the best.
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Fast turnaround
Quotes in minutes.
Competitive rates
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Fast quotes
Get a real price in minutes, not days, no phone tag.
Coverage that fits real life
Pick what you need, skip what you do not, keep it simple.
Real help, real humans
When you have a question, you can actually reach someone who cares.
Here's how it works
Choose your bond and state
Tell us which bond you need and where you work.
Get your price
License bonds are priced online. Project bonds go to an underwriter, usually within one to three business days.
Sign and pay
Review and sign electronically, then pay the premium.
Receive your bond
Get the executed bond for your licensing board or project owner.
Find by state
State requirements and bond pages
Pick your state for the bond amount, licensing authority, and public works rules.
Frequently asked questions
What are contractor bonds?
Contractor bonds are surety bonds required for licensing, bidding, public work, or project guarantees. They protect the public, project owners, and the people working on a job if a contractor does not meet required obligations.
Which contractor bond do I need?
A license bond is usually required by a state, city, or board before you can work. Bid, performance, payment, and maintenance bonds are tied to a specific project or contract, and the bid documents or contract say which ones you need.
How much do contractor bonds cost?
License bonds usually cost 1% to 10% of the bond amount per year. Performance bonds are generally 3% of the bond amount. Payment and maintenance bonds are usually included with the performance bond. Bid bonds are free.
Can I get a contractor license bond online the same day?
Yes. Most contractor license bonds are quoted and issued online the same day. Project bonds require underwriting and usually take one to three business days.
Will I need a credit check?
Credit affects your rate on most contractor bonds. License bonds are available to most applicants, and project bonds also weigh financials and experience.
Do contractor bonds protect my business?
No. A surety bond protects the party that requires it. If a valid claim is paid, the contractor is responsible for reimbursing the surety.
More answers on the FAQ page or the full bond list.