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How Much Does a Texas Contractor License Bond Cost?

The bond amount required is determined by your local authorities, unlike other states where contractor bonds are often mandated and managed by a state contractors’ board.

Your specific cost will depend on factors such as the city of operation, license type, and required bond amount. Typically, the bond cost is a small percentage of this amount, known as the bond premium, which can be as low as $100 annually for those with good credit. The bond premium will be determined by factors such as your personal credit score and financial stability. In most cities, contractor license bonds can be obtained for this amount.

Your Texas Contractor License Bond Cost per License Type

License Type

Bond Amount

Starting Price

City of Abilene Building, Roofing, Demolition, or Building Mover Contractor

$75,000

$750

Abilene swimming pool contractor

$10,000

$100

Abilene irrigation contractor

$5,000

$100

Amarillo landscape or irrigation, house moving, swimming pool, or water treatment equipment installation contractor

$10,000

$100

Amarillo residential remodeling, residential roofing, commercial roofing, or insulation contractor

$20,000

$200

City of Bastrop Contractor

$10,000

$100

City of Beaumont Building Contractor

$25,000

$250

City of Beaumont Roofing Contractor

$15,000

$150

City of Bevil Oaks Contractor

$1,000 - $25,000

$100

City of Breckenridge Contractor

$5,000

$100

City of Bridge City Contractor

$10,000

$100

City of Canyon General Contractor

$20,000

$200

City of Canyon Roofing Contractor

$20,000

$200

City of Cedar Park Contractor

$1,000

$100

City of Cibolo Contractor

$25,000

$250

City of Cleburne Contractor

$2,000

$100

City of Converse General Contractor

$5,000

$100

City of Corsicana Contractor

$2,500

$100

City of Denison Contractor

$1,000

$100

City of Dickinson Contractor

$1,000 - $15,000

$100

City of Dumas Contractor

$20,000

$200

City of Eagle Pass Contractor (master electrician/electrical contractor)

$5,000

$100

City of Eagle Pass Contractor (mechanical contractor, general contractor, swimming pool contractor, demolition contractor, sign contractor)

$10,000

$100

City of Fredericksburg Contractor

$5,000

$100

City of Fort Worth Parkway Contractor

$10,000

$100

City of Galveston Contractor

$25,000

$250

City of Granbury Contractor

$5,000

$100

City of Groves Contractor

$15,000

$150

City of Hale Center Contractor

$20,000

$200

City of Horizon City Blanket Building and Construction

$10,000

$100

Houston sidewalk, driveway, curb, and gutter builders contractor

$2,000

$100

City of Irving Concrete Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Kerrville Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Kirby Home Improvement Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Kountze Contractor Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Lago Vista Contractor Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Lakeway Contractors Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Lockhart Contractor Bond (If estimated cost of permit is less than $15,000)

$1,000

$100

City of Lockhart Contractor Bond (If estimated cost of permit is $15,001 - $50,000)

$5,000

$100

City of Lockhart Contractor Bond (If estimated cost of permit is over $50,000)

$10,000

$100

City of Longview Contractor Bond (residential general contractor, swimming pool contractor)

$25,000

$250

City of Longview Contractor Bond (combination general contractor)

$50,000

$500

City of Lufkin Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Lumberton Contractor Bond (roofing contractor)

$2,000

$100

City of Lumberton Contractor Bond (mechanical contractor or electrical contractor)

$5,000

$100

City of Lumberton Contractor Bond (building contractor)

$10,000

$100

City of Midland Contractor Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Mesquite General Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Nacogdoches Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Nederland Building Contractor Bond

$15,000

$150

City of Olmos Park General Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Orange Contractor Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Pampa Contractor Bond (residential additions and remodeling contractor, building demolition, and roofing contractor)

$20,000

$200

City of Pinehurst Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Plainview Contractor Bond

$20,000

$200

City of Port Aransas Contractors Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Port Arthur General Building Contractor Bond

$25,000

$250

City of Port Isabel Contractor Bond

$10,000

$100

City of Port Neches Building Contractor Bond

$15,000

$150

City of Robinson Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Rockdale Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Seminole Contractors Bond

$2,000

$100

City of Sherman Roofing Contractors Bond

$20,000

$200

City of Silsbee Contractor Bond

$15,000

$150

City of Terrell Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Texas City Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Universal City General Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Universal City Home Improvement Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of Waco Cement Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

City of West Orange Demolition Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

Town of Ransom Canyon Contractor Bond

$5,000

$100

Hutchinson County Contractor Bond

$20,000

$200

* This table provides a ballpark estimate of potential bond costs. Bond pricing can fluctuate over time due to a number of factors. For exact pricing, please complete an application.

How to a Get a Contractor License Bond in Texas

1. Determine the Surety Bond You Need

Identify the exact Texas contractor license bond required for your business. Different trades, such as general, electrical, plumbing, or HVAC contractor, may require distinct bonds. For general contractors, local authorities may also have licensing requirements. If you're aiming to become a plumber, you’ll need a license from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE). The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates the work of HVAC, electrical, and water well driller contractors, so you’ll need to complete its licensing requirements.

If you're new to this process, you may have questions about this stage. Feel free to contact us if you need clarification. That’s what our experienced and friendly customer service is here for.

2. Complete an Application

Start by filling out our online application form to begin the bonding process. We'll walk you through each step to make sure everything goes smoothly and without any hassle.

We recently helped a contractor in Abilene, Texas, obtain their contractor license bond. Even though they were experienced in the field, they found the bonding process overwhelming and were worried about its effects on their business. Knowing their dedication to quality work, we walked them through each step of the bond application, making it easy for them to meet Abilene's licensing requirements. This helped them kick off their business smoothly and establish themselves as a trustworthy contractor.

3. Get a Bond Quote

Upon receipt of your application, we swiftly process it, striving to find the best bond rate for you with our industry expertise. Afterwards, we’ll send you a free quote and provide clear instructions to simplify the bonding process for you.

4. Buy Your Bond

Once your bond premium is paid, you are officially bonded. Your bond will be sent to you via email, and a paper copy will be mailed if necessary.

For any questions about your Texas contractor bond, you can call us at (877)-514-5146 to talk to our bonding experts.

Contractor License Bond Requirements in Texas

In Texas, Bond amounts can range anywhere from $1,000 to $75,000, depending on the city's laws and the type of work the contractor performs. Contractors need to follow these rules to operate legally in their respective areas. The requirements for a contractor license bond vary from one city to another:

How to Get Your Texas Contractor License

If you're considering becoming a contractor in Texas, you'll likely need to obtain a Texas contractor license from the relevant state or local licensing authorities. These entities include the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE), and local municipal licensing authorities. Depending on your specialization, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or general contracting, you'll need to meet specific requirements set by these authorities. 


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