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District of Columbia - Plumbing And Gas Fitting Bond For Contractors Or Designated Masters

Master Plumber Contractor - 3rd Party Liability

Overview

What it is.

Master Plumber Contractor - 3rd Party Liability

Who usually needs it

Plumbing contractors, gas fitting contractors, designated master plumbers, and designated master gas fitters who conduct plumbing or gas fitting business in the District of Columbia must obtain this $5,000 bond as a government-mandated licensing requirement. The bond protects the District of Columbia and the public from financial harm resulting from violati…

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.

StateDC
Bond amount$5,000
ObligeeDistrict of Columbia
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryOther
BondDistrict of Columbia - Plumbing And Gas Fitting Bond For Contractors Or Designated Masters
Plain descriptionMaster Plumber Contractor - 3rd Party Liability
Who needs this bondPlumbing contractors, gas fitting contractors, designated master plumbers, and designated master gas fitters who conduct plumbing or gas fitting business in the District of Columbia must obtain this $5,000 bond as a gov…
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