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City of Winston-Salem General Contractor Bond

This bond is required for construction contractors who want to work on building projects within the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It protects the city and its residents by guaranteeing that contractors will follow local building codes, complete their work properly, and meet all city requirements. If a contrac…

Overview

What it is.

This bond is required for construction contractors who want to work on building projects within the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It protects the city and its residents by guaranteeing that contractors will follow local building codes, complete their work properly, and meet all city requirements. If a contrac…

Who usually needs it

Construction contractors operating in Winston-Salem, NC who construct or repair public infrastructure—such as streets, sidewalks, bridges, and culverts—need this bond as a prerequisite for licensure. The bond amount is $20,000 for standard work or $50,000 for extensive construction, as determined by the city.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateNC
Bond amountVaries by license type or project
ObligeeCity of Winston-Salem
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryConstruction
BondCity of Winston-Salem General Contractor Bond
JurisdictionState
Plain descriptionThis bond is required for construction contractors who want to work on building projects within the City of Winston-Salem, North Carolina. It protects the city and its residents by guaranteeing that contractors will fol…
Who needs this bondConstruction contractors operating in Winston-Salem, NC who construct or repair public infrastructure—such as streets, sidewalks, bridges, and culverts—need this bond as a prerequisite for licensure. The bond amount is …
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