Electrical/Telecommunications Contractor's Bond to the State of Washington
Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or other entity applying for an electrical contractor license or telecommunications contractor license in the state of Washington. Required when: Required as a precondition to receiving or renewing an electrical or telecommunications contractor's license. Exemptions: In lieu…
Overview
What it is.
Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or other entity applying for an electrical contractor license or telecommunications contractor license in the state of Washington. Required when: Required as a precondition to receiving or renewing an electrical or telecommunications contractor's license. Exemptions: In lieu…
Who usually needs it
Any person, firm, partnership, corporation, or other entity applying for an electrical contractor license or telecommunications contractor license in the state of Washington.
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.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
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StateWABond amount$4,000Term lengthContinuousObligeeWashington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I)RenewalThe bond is continuous and remains in effect until canceled by the surety. The contractor's license must be renewed every two years, at which time the Department of Labor & Industries verifies that a valid, unimpaired b…Bond classLicense BondCategoryConstructionBondElectrical/Telecommunications Contractor's Bond to the State of WashingtonStatutory referenceRCW 19.28.041JurisdictionState
