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What Is a Kansas Contractor License Bond?
A Kansas contractor license bond is a type of surety bond that protects the public from financial harm caused by contractors. These bonds reinforce licensing compliance by requiring contractors to work according to any applicable construction laws and building codes.
How Much Do Kansas Contractor Bonds Cost?
Most Kansas contractor license bonds cost $100 per year and are available for instant online purchase with no application required.
Non-resident contractor bond premiums vary based on the bond amount and your credit score. We’ll follow up with your personal premium rate after you complete our quick application form.
Bond coverage and pricing varies by location, so find your bond below to get an exact quote.
Need a surety bond for a location not listed above? Call 1 (800) 308-4358 for assistance.
If you work outside of Kansas, we also offer contractor license bonds nationwide.
Who Needs a Kansas Contractor Bond?
The Kansas Non-Resident Contractors Tax Act requires out-of-state contractors with registered contracts to file a bond with the Director of Taxation. This ensures that non-resident contractors pay all contributions, taxes, penalties and interest owed to the state Department of Revenue.
Several Kansas cities and counties also require contractors to file surety bonds before working in the area. Contact your local licensing agency if you're unsure about contractor licensing or surety bond requirements.
Other Construction Bonds in Kansas
You may also need a payment bond, performance bond or another type of contract bond for major construction projects in Kansas. These protect the public and project owners if you default or fail to uphold your contracts in any way.
How to Get a Kansas Contractor Bond
With SuretyBonds.com, you can get most local Kansas contractor license bonds instantly online. Simply find the bond you need and enter your information. You’ll receive your official bond confirmation via email in minutes.
Kansas non-resident contractor bonds require a quick application review to determine pricing. Apply online and provide the contract location and a brief description of the work to be performed. We’ll provide your free quote within one business day.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
You can purchase most Kansas contractor license bonds online 24/7 with instant digital delivery. If your obligee requires the original bond form with wet signatures, we offer an overnight shipping option.
How Do Kansas Contractor Bonds Work?
Kansas 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 out valid claims up to the full bond amount which you must then reimburse in full.
How to Get a Contractor License in Kansas
Kansas contractor licensing requirements and application processes vary by city and county, so visit your city or county's website for local guidelines. However, you can expect to provide the following when applying for a Kansas contractor license:
- Construction contractor license application
- Proof of general liability insurance
- Surety bond in the required amount
- Payment for all required fees
Non-resident contractors must submit an information form and surety bond to the Department of Revenue to register contracts more than $10,000.
More Resources
- How to Become a Licensed, Bonded Contractor
- Small Business Association-Backed Payment and Performance Bonds
- Arkansas City: Contractor's Licensing
- Bel Aire: Citizen Portal
- Bel Aire Planning & Community Development Department
- Great Bend Building Inspections Department: Contractor/Trade Licensing
- Hiawatha: General Contractor Application
- Lansing Community and Economic Development Department
- Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department: Contractor Licensing
- Winfield: Contractor Licensing
- Wyandotte County/Kansas City Unified Government Building Inspections: Contractors Requirements
- Wyandotte County/Kansas City Unified Government: Business Licenses
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