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California CSLB Contractors License Bond

Bond Details

  • California CSLB Contractors License Bond: $25,000 Bond is $150–$2,500 a year (based on credit)

Steps needed to obtain your $25,000 CSLB Bond:

  1. Have your current license # or application #
  2. Click on Purchase bond button
  3. Complete application including authorization for soft pull of credit
  4. Once you obtain the price quote, you can purchase the bond online
  5. All bonds will be filed electronically with the CSLB the following business day

All California contractors must file a $25,000 surety bond with the Contractors State Licensing Board. This ensures you will comply with Division 3, Chapter 9 of the Business and Professions Code. In fact, a contractor license bond is required to maintain active business licensure in the Golden State. The annual premium for this bond ranges from $150 to $2,500, depending on your credit history.

 

Cost of CA Contractor License Bond

Credit Rating 1 Year 2 Years 3 Years
Tier 1 $150 $263 $375
Tier 2 $183 $320 $458
Tier 3 $220 $385 $550
Tier 4 $500 $875 $1,250
Tier 5 $792 $1,386 $1,980
Tier 6 $1,125 $1,969 $2,813
Tier 7 $2,000 $3,500 $5,000
Tier 8 $2,500 $4,375 $6,250
  • This bond is filed with the Registrar of Contractors (NNA Surety Bonds will handle this for you).
  • A signed application, including business and personal indemnity, and a credit report check are required.
  • A general contractor bond does not apply to specialty contractors such as swimming pool or roofing contractors.