South Carolina Contractor License Bonds

South Carolina contractor license bonds are required for general and specialty contractors. Learn more about these bonds and find the best rates online.
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South Carolina Contractor License Bonds

City of Aiken Contractor Bond

City of Aiken Contractor Bond

The South Carolina City of Aiken Contractor Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
City of Aiken
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$1,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
City of Columbia Contractor's Permit Bond

City of Columbia Contractor's Permit Bond

The South Carolina City of Columbia Contractor's Permit Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
City of Columbia
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$2,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
City of North Augusta Contractor's License Bond

City of North Augusta Contractor's License Bond

The South Carolina City of North Augusta Contractor's License Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
City of North Augusta
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$1,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
City of West Columbia License/Permit Bond

City of West Columbia License/Permit Bond

The South Carolina City of West Columbia License/Permit Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
City of West Columbia
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$1,000-$25,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
County of Charleston Contractor's License Bond

County of Charleston Contractor's License Bond

The South Carolina County of Charleston Contractor's License Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
County of Charleston
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$5,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
County of Richland Richland County License and Permit Bond

County of Richland Richland County License and Permit Bond

The South Carolina County of Richland Richland County License and Permit Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
County of Richland
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$1,000-$15,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
County of Spartanburg Encroachment Bond

County of Spartanburg Encroachment Bond

The South Carolina County of Spartanburg Encroachment Bond starts at $275 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
County of Spartanburg
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$5,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
36 months
Months
City of Spartanburg City/Street Permit Bond

City of Spartanburg City/Street Permit Bond

The South Carolina City of Spartanburg City/Street Permit Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
City of Spartanburg
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$5,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
12 months
Months
South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board, State of South Carolina General Contractor's License Bond

South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board, State of South Carolina General Contractor's License Bond

The South Carolina General Contractor's License Bond starts at $200 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
South Carolina Contractor's Licensing Board, State of South Carolina
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$20,000-$350,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
Expires every 10/31 on even years
Months
State of South Carolina Licensed Residential Specialty Contractor (HVAC, plumber, or electrician) Bond

State of South Carolina Licensed Residential Specialty Contractor (HVAC, plumber, or electrician) Bond

The South Carolina Licensed Residential Specialty Contractor (HVAC, plumber, or electrician) Bond starts at $192 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
State of South Carolina
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$10,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
User-selected term: 12, 24, 36 months
Months
State of South Carolina Mechanical Contractor Bond

State of South Carolina Mechanical Contractor Bond

The South Carolina Mechanical Contractor Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
State of South Carolina
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$7,000-$300,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
Expires every 10/31 on odd years
Months
State of South Carolina Registered Residential Specialty Contractor Bond

State of South Carolina Registered Residential Specialty Contractor Bond

The South Carolina Registered Residential Specialty Contractor Bond starts at $100 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
State of South Carolina
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$5,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
User-selected term: 12, 24, 36 months
Months
State of South Carolina Residential Builder/Certificate of Authorization Bond

State of South Carolina Residential Builder/Certificate of Authorization Bond

The South Carolina Residential Builder/Certificate of Authorization Bond starts at $288 plus shipping costs and fees. Fill out the form to buy your bond instantly!

Bond State
SC
Bond Terms
State of South Carolina
Bond Premium
Bond Amount:
$15,000
Bond Duration
Bond Term:
User-selected term: 12, 24, 36 months
Months

How much does a contractor bond cost in South Carolina?

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation requires general and mechanical contractors to post a surety bond if they do not meet the minimum net worth requirements for their license classification. The required bond amounts are as follows:

General Contractors

  • Group 1: $20,000
  • Group 2: $80,000
  • Group 3: $200,000
  • Group 4: $350,000
  • Group 5: $500,000

Mechanical Contractors

  • Group 1: $7,000
  • Group 2: $20,000
  • Group 3: $40,000
  • Group 4: $80,000
  • Group 5: $400,000

The South Carolina Residential Builders Commission requires residential and specialty contractors to post a surety bond as part of the licensing requirements to operate in the state: The required bond amounts are:

Some cities and counties in the State of South Carolina require their own surety bonds. This includes North Augusta, Forest Acres, and Richland County.

The surety company issuing the bond determines your premium rate, which is the percentage of the total bond amount you pay as the premium. During the application process, the surety company evaluates your personal credit, financial statements, industry experience, and licensing history.

EZ Surety can issue premiums for South Carolina contractor license bonds for as low as 1% of the total bond amount for applicants with standard credit. If your credit is below average, we can still offer a competitive rate for your contractors license bond.

Why are contractor bonds important in South Carolina?

Contractor license bonds hold licensed contractors accountable for the quality of their work and protect the public from damages they’ve incurred due to the contractor’s violation of licensing laws.

When the surety company issues the bond, they provide a financial guarantee to the state or local municipality that the contractor will comply with the regulations set forth in the contractor license. If the contractor violates these regulations, causing a loss to the consumer, the consumer can file a claim against the bond.

If the claim is valid, the surety company will cover the costs to repair the damage up to the amount of the bond. The contractor is then liable to reimburse the surety company for all damages paid.

How do I get my general contractor’s license in South Carolina?

To obtain your general contractor’s license in South Carolina you must meet the Contractor Licensing Board licensing requirements by completing the following steps:

  • Complete the license application form
  • Register your business with the South Carolina Secretary of State
  • Provide proof of general liability and workers’ compensation insurance
  • Pass the business and law exam (and technical exam if necessary)
  • Pay the $350 licensing fee
  • Post the appropriate surety bond

How to Know if You Need a Surety Bond

You’ll know if you need a surety bond because some entity will have required you to obtain one. They must also inform you of which specific bond type you’ll need. There are thousands of bonds across the country, all of which vary by state and industry.

Visit EZSuretyBonds.com to browse hundreds of bonds by state, type, or industry.

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