If you’re a residential contractor, remodeler, roofer, HVAC contractor, painter, electrician, plumber, or general contractor, you’ve probably heard terms like: Contractor Bond Surety Bond License Bond Performance Bond “Licensed and Insured” But many contractors across the United States are still unclear about: when contractor bonds are required how contractor bonds work whether they need one […]

If you’re a California contractor, your Contractor License Bond is not optional. Whether you’re: getting licensed for the first time renewing your contractor license operating as an LLC or simply shopping for a better bond provider understanding your bond requirements is critical to keeping your contractor license active and staying compliant with the CSLB. Unfortunately, […]

If you’re a residential contractor in Louisiana—or planning to become one—you’ve probably heard terms like: Contractor Bond Surety Bond License Bond “Licensed and Insured” But many Louisiana contractors are still unclear about: when contractor bonds are required how contractor bonds work whether they need one and how bonds differ from insurance. This guide explains what […]

If you’re a residential contractor, remodeler, roofer, HVAC contractor, painter, electrician, plumber, or general contractor, you’ve probably heard terms like: Contractor Bond Surety Bond License Bond Performance Bond “Licensed and Insured” But many contractors across the United States are still unclear about: when contractor bonds are required how contractor bonds work whether they need one […]

Hey Contractors! If you have your workers’ compensation insurance with California State Compensation Insurance Fund (State Fund), here’s a quick update you need to know before your next renewal. Starting December 1, 2025, State Fund will raise rates by an average of 0.53%. That’s less than 1%, so for most of you it won’t be […]

The Hidden Risk of Ghost Policies in the Contracting Industry If you hire a contractor that has a Ghost Insurance Policy, and someone is injured on your property, you could be held responsible for all medical costs. Just because a contractor provides a certificate of insurance showing proof of coverage does not mean it actually […]