There are several types of surety bonds. Two of the main categories are contract bonds and commercial bonds, which we’ll cover today. While they have overlapping similarities, they also have some distinct differences that set them apart. Read on to learn when and why you might need to obtain one of these types of surety […]
Category Archives: Contract Bonds
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If you’re a contractor or involved in bidding on construction projects, this post will equip you with valuable insights. We’ll dive into what a bid bond is, how it works, the costs involved, and the application process. Bid Bond Definition A bid bond, a type of construction bond, guarantees a contractor will submit a bid […]
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Becoming a contractor can be a fulfilling and rewarding career choice. You’ll have the opportunity to lead projects, showcase your skills, and build a successful business. If you’re interested in a career in construction, this guide is a great starting point.
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Don’t miss out on the perfect project because you don’t have a bond program in place. Learn what it is, how it works, and why it’s essential for your business. What is a bond program? A bond program is a pre-arranged agreement that allows contractors to obtain multiple surety bonds quickly without needing to go […]
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Dec
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When it comes to surety bonds, “good enough” doesn’t cut it. At ZipBonds, we believe contractors and insurance agents deserve more speed, expertise, and support from start to finish. Unlike providers that dabble in both insurance and bonds, we focus 100% on surety. That means we don’t just issue bonds; we craft solutions. Our approach […]
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ZipBonds is different from any other surety provider out there. Our customers come first, and we genuinely care about the outcome of your next project. When you partner with Zip, you gain a teammate who will walk with you through the bidding process until project completion. And we’re not just reliable, we’re FAST. We offer […]
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Learn how a ZipBonds contract bond agent helped a roofing contractor on a large bond by switching surety providers! Roofing Contractor Switches Bonding Agency After 30 Years The Story ZipBonds agent Tina had been reaching out to this family-owned and operated, third-generation roofing company for a long time. They’d been in business for over 60 […]
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If you’re a contractor, you can pre-qualify for the contract bonds you need in 3 minutes or less on our website. Here’s the process. How Contractor Prequalification Works Our proprietary Zip Score option provides an immediate bond capacity indication for contractor applicants in minutes. Better yet, you can get your bond capacity indication WITHOUT providing […]