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What Is an Idaho Contractor License Bond?
Idaho contractor license bonds ensure that contractors will follow all applicable rules and legislation for their classification or type of work. They also protect consumers and government entities from damages caused by negligent or faulty performance.
How Much Do Idaho Contractor Bonds Cost?
Idaho contractor bond costs start at $100 per year. Your exact cost will vary depending on your license type and its bond amount.
Some Idaho contractor license bonds require a quick application review to determine pricing. If so, rates are typically 0.75–10% of the bond amount based on credit score and other factors.
Who Needs an Idaho Contractor License Bond?
The following contractor types/professions need to a surety bond to work in the state of Idaho:
- Farm labor contractors
- Specialty plumbing contractors
- HVAC specialty contractors
- Fire sprinkler contractors
- Well drillers
- Manufactured home installers
- Outfitter/designated agents
- Subsurface sewage disposal installers
Various cities and counties in Idaho also require surety bonds for local contractor compliance including Pocatello, Bonner County and Idaho Falls.
Other Construction Bonds in Idaho
You may also need a payment bond, performance bond or another type of contract bond for certain construction projects in Idaho. These protect the public and project owners from contractors who default on contracts.
If you work outside of Idaho, we also offer contractor license bonds nationwide.
How to Get a Idaho Contractor Bond
You can purchase or apply for your Idaho contractor bond online 24/7. Simply select the bond you need from the dropdown or table above and submit an online request form. You'll typically need to provide the following information for the bond form:
- Contractor or construction company name
- Physical business address
- License number, if available
If your obligee requires the original bond documentation, we’ll mail it via your selected shipping method. Otherwise, you’ll receive your official Idaho contractor bond form via email.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
With SuretyBonds.com, you can purchase most Idaho contractor license bonds online 24/7 with instant digital delivery. If your obligee requires the original bond form, we offer an overnight shipping option.
How Do Idaho Contractor Bonds Work?
Idaho contractor license bonds protect consumers who could be harmed by defective construction or other license noncompliance as well as any unpaid employees, subcontractors or suppliers.
If you break the bond terms, the surety company will pay valid claims to harmed parties up to the full bond amount, which you must then reimburse in full.
How to Become a Licensed Contractor in Idaho
Idaho contractor licensing requirements and application processes vary by city and county, so visit your city or county's website for local contractor registration guidelines.
You should expect to provide the following when applying for your contractor license.
- Construction contractor license application
- Proof of general liability insurance
- Surety bond in the required amount
- Payment of all required fees
Take the first step by applying for your surety bond today.
More Resources
- Understanding the Construction Bonding Process
- How to Become a Licensed, Bonded Contractor
- How Construction Bond Lines Work
- Bonner County Planning Department
- Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses: Plumbing Forms & Applications
- Idaho Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses: Specialty Plumbing Contractor Application
- Idaho Falls Engineering: Right-of-Way Licenses & Permits
- Idaho Statutes Title 44 Chapter 16: Farm Labor Contractor Licensing
- Pocatello Building Department: General Contractor Licenses
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