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Miscellaneous Commercial

Surety bond in lieu of net worth

Commercial, residential, and mold remediation contractors (including Mechanical/HVAC contractors) who cannot demonstrate the required $10,000 net worth through a notarized financial statement. Required when: Required when an applicant for a contractor license fails to meet the minimum net worth requirement of $10,000.…

Overview

What it is.

Commercial, residential, and mold remediation contractors (including Mechanical/HVAC contractors) who cannot demonstrate the required $10,000 net worth through a notarized financial statement. Required when: Required when an applicant for a contractor license fails to meet the minimum net worth requirement of $10,000.…

Who usually needs it

Commercial, residential, and mold remediation contractors (including Mechanical/HVAC contractors) who cannot demonstrate the required $10,000 net worth through a notarized financial statement.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

Miscellaneous commercial bonds cover a wide range of business obligations not fitting other categories. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger 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. Pricing varies by specific bond type and requirements. Some miscellaneous bonds may price higher depending o…

Typical timeframe

Credit-based approval — varies by bond type

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.

StateLA
Bond amount$10,000
Term lengthContinuous
ObligeeLouisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors
RenewalThe bond must be maintained as long as the contractor does not meet the net worth requirement. It is typically renewed annually with the surety company and remains on file with the Board.
Bond classMiscellaneous Commercial
CategoryConstruction
BondSurety bond in lieu of net worth
Statutory referenceLa. R.S. 37:2156.1(C)(1)
JurisdictionState
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