Granite City Contractor Bond
Who needs a contractor license bond in Granite City?
The Granite City Department of Building and Zoning requires general, electrical, and mechanical contractors to obtain a $20,000 surety bond. If you’re wondering if this requirement applies to you, you can contact the Department of Building and Zoning here:
- Building & Zoning Administrator
- 2000 Edison Avenue
- Granite City, IL 62040
- Phone: (618) 452-6218
- Fax: (618) 452-6246
- Email: rdaily@granitecity.illinois.gov
The Granite City, IL, bond requirement is in addition to the statewide bond requirement. All licensed plumbing and roofing contractors must post an Illinois contractor license bond.
Get Your Granite City Contractor License Bond:
How does a contractor license bond work?
A contractor license bond protects clients from damages due to faulty work by the contractor. It also ensures that contractors meet all applicable regulations and codes of the obligee (Granite City). Clients can file a claim for compensation if the contractor neglects any part of the bond agreement.
To obtain your contractor bond, you pay a premium, a small percentage of the full bond amount. ZipBonds often issues these bonds instantly for just $100.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need the Illinois license bond if I already have one in Granite City?
If you’re a plumbing or roofing contractor, you may have to fulfill state and local bonding requirements. For other contractors, Illinois generally leaves bonding requirements up to local municipalities. Contact us for specific information regarding your situation.
Can I get bonded with poor credit?
If you have poor credit, you may still be able to get the bond you need. In general, you may have to pay a higher premium because of the increased bonding risk. However, we don’t even pull credit information for contractor license bonds. The underwriting is simple and fast, and we often approve and issue these bonds instantly.
Apply for Your Contractor Bond in Granite City, IL
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.