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License Bond

Contractor's Bond

All commercial contractors and registered subcontractors, including electrical contractors performing commercial work. Required when: Required to obtain or renew a commercial contractor license or subcontractor registration. Exemptions: Residential contractors (except roofing) and projects where the total cost (labor …

Overview

What it is.

All commercial contractors and registered subcontractors, including electrical contractors performing commercial work. Required when: Required to obtain or renew a commercial contractor license or subcontractor registration. Exemptions: Residential contractors (except roofing) and projects where the total cost (labor …

Who usually needs it

All commercial contractors and registered subcontractors, including electrical contractors performing commercial work.

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.

StateAR
Bond amount$10,000
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeArkansas Contractors Licensing Board
RenewalThe bond is continuous until cancelled; no continuation certificate is required for renewal, but the bond must remain in effect for the license to be valid.
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryConstruction
BondContractor's Bond
Statutory referenceA.C.A. § 17-25-401
JurisdictionState
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