Jacksonville Contractor License Bond
Who needs a contractor bond in Jacksonville, Florida?
Contractors of various trades – including general contractors, electrical contractors, roofing contractors, HVAC contractors, and others – must become licensed and bonded to work in Jacksonville, Florida. Specific requirements of contractors are dictated in the city ordinances.
The process of registering with the city includes:
- Holding current accreditation with your trade’s state agency or board
- Providing a business certificate and insurance documentation
- Securing a $5,000 contractor license bond
While involved in projects local to Jacksonville, contractors must also follow state regulations. You may need a Florida contractor license bond in addition to the Jacksonville bond.
Get Your Jacksonville Contractor License Bond:
How does a contractor license bond work?
Bonded contractors agree to abide by applicable municipal building codes and universal industry standards. Anyone who experiences damages related to a contractor’s work may report a claim. If the claim is valid, the contractor’s surety will provide financial protection and ensure quick resolution. While the surety may cover costs associated with the claim upfront, the contractor must eventually repay them in full.
The Jacksonville Planning and Development Department is the local government overseeing construction activities and enforcing bonding requirements. In addition to a Jacksonville contractor license bond, contractors may find that certain projects require other bonds:
- City of Jacksonville City Sign Contractor Bond
- City of Jacksonville City Barricade Bond
- City of Jacksonville Right of Way Permit Bond
Each of these bonds is issued for a one-year term and expires on September 30 every year. Contractor license bonds are simple to underwrite and don’t require credit checks. We often issue these bonds instantly to contractors for just $100.
Apply for Your Contractor Bond in Jacksonville, FL
ZipBonds offers the fastest and most secure option for getting bonded. Our all-digital platform is intuitive and straightforward. Apply online, email support@zipbonds.com or call 888.435.4191 to speak with an agent directly.
About ZipBonds.com
Founders Ryan Swalve and Zach Mefferd formed the vision for ZipBonds.com when they realized how overly complicated it was to help clients place surety. The frustration of being unable to incorporate the technology they’d used in other insurance-focused projects left them thinking “there has to be a better way.”
Fast forward a couple of years, and that better way is the impetus of everything we do at ZipBonds. We constantly look for innovative ways to improve the bonding process for our clients and agents. Our team comprises individuals who understand all angles of surety – for companies, agencies, and individuals. Incorporating everyone’s point of view to improve the process while simultaneously integrating cutting-edge technology is what sets our business apart.