Nebraska Contractor License Bond
What is a Nebraska contractor license bond?
The State of Nebraska defines a contractor as “any person who engages in the construction business and includes subcontractors, general contractors and any other person arranging for the performance of work on real property.”
Contractors that perform activities like “new work, additions, alterations, reconstruction, installations, and repairs” must follow contractor license laws, including bonding requirements. (See the Nebraska Department of Labor website for complete details.)
Nebraska contractor license bonds ensure construction professionals follow industry rules and regulations. If a contractor doesn’t abide by the law, the surety is responsible for protecting any parties that suffer harm as a result. Injured parties may include a contractor’s clients, the public, or the government.
Learn more about how contractor license bonds work in our complete guide.
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Nebraska Contractor License Bond Requirements
Nebraska allows municipalities to set their own licensing requirements so the process may differ from city to city and county to county. For example, to obtain a contractor’s license in the City of Omaha, you may need one or more of the following bonds:
- General contractors: $10,000 bond
- Electrical contractors: $12,500 bond
- Residential air conditioning contractors: $10,000 bond
- Commercial air conditioning contractors: $10,000 bond
Contractors are responsible for understanding and meeting the licensing requirements of the area in which they work. If you need a Nebraska contractor license bond, you must secure it before applying for your license so you can include it in your paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Nebraska contractor license bond cost?
Several municipalities throughout the state require contractor license bonds. Generally, licenses are issued for one year and must be renewed annually. At that time, you must also renew your Nebraska contractor license bond. The cost of your bond may be as low as $100.
What are the construction bond requirements in Nebraska?
Contractors should be aware of all state and local laws requiring other types of construction bonds. Construction involving public buildings will likely require a surety bond (stated in Nebraska State Statute 52-118). Details like a building’s zoning or job activities will determine bond needs for other projects.
If you plan to work in Nebraska as a contractor, check with your local and state governing agencies to determine everything you need to operate legally. You can also contact ZipBonds for any questions about the bonding process.
Get Your Contractor License Bond in Nebraska
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.