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What Is a Louisiana Contractor License Bond?
A Louisiana contractor license bond is a financial guarantee that a contractor will comply with state and local licensing laws when working on a job. This surety bond binds three parties: the contractor, the surety company and the licensing office requiring the bond.
How Much Do Louisiana Contractor Bonds Cost?
Most Louisiana contractor license bonds cost $100 per year and are available for instant online purchase. Others will require a quick underwriting review to determine your personalized premium. Rates are typically 1–10% of the total bond amount.
Bond coverage and pricing may vary, so find your bond below to get an exact quote.
If you need a surety bond for a location not listed, please call 1 (800) 308-4358. Or, if you work outside of Louisiana, we also offer contractor license bonds nationwide.
Who Needs a Louisiana Contractor Bond?
If you work in one of the following cities or parishes, you must file a surety bond with them before receiving your local Louisiana construction contractor license:
- Ascension Parish
- Baton Rouge
- Denham
- Lake Charles
- Gonzales
- Sulphur
- Walker
- Zachary
Although rarely used, Louisiana Revised Statutes Title 37 Chapter 24 also gives contractors the option to file a surety bond with the state if they're unable to prove a net worth of at least $10,000.
Other Construction Bonds in Louisiana
You may also need project-based contract bonds to bid on large construction contracts in Louisiana. These protect the public and project owners from contractors who default or fail to uphold their contracts in any way.
How to Get a Louisiana Contractor Bond
You can get any Louisiana contractor bond in just three, quick steps:
- Select the bond you need
- Enter your information as needed
- Checkout using our secure, online portal
We’ll issue your bond right away via email or mail, based on the licensing entity’s requirements. Be sure to file it with the appropriate government agency to become an officially bonded contractor in Louisiana.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
SuretyBonds.com offers the fastest and easiest way to get contract bonds. You can purchase most Louisiana 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 Louisiana Contract Bonds Work?
Louisiana contract bond terms vary depending on a city or parish's exact requirements, but they generally protect the licensing authority and consumers from any harm resulting from contractor noncompliance.
If a contractor breaks the bond terms, the surety company will pay valid claims to harmed parties up to the full bond amount, which the Louisiana contractor must then reimburse in full.
How to Get a Contractor License in Louisiana
To become licensed with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors, you must meet the following requirements:
- Complete the online contractor license application.
- Provide a financial statement verifying a net worth of at least $10,000 or file a surety bond.
- Pass any required examinations.
- Complete the business and law course.
- Pass a trade exam, if applicable.
Once you apply, the Board will review your application. If approved, your insurance agent must submit proof of your minimum $100,000 general liability and workers’ compensation coverage directly to [email protected].
All other Louisiana contractor license requirements vary by city or parish. You'll have to fulfill each individual application and surety bond requirement before receiving a local contractor license.
More Resources
- Louisiana SLBC: License Types and Information
- Louisiana LBC: Exams/Classifications
- Ascension: Contractor License Information
- Baton Rouge: Development Department
- Denham Springs: Department of Planning and Development
- Lake Charles: Contractors Bond Form
- Gonzales: Permits and Applications
- Sulphur: Building Permit Application
- Walker: Building Permits and Inspections
- Zachary: Permits and Procedures
Have Questions?
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