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The state of Texas does not have a contractor bond requirement as is common in other states and regulated by a state contractor's board.

A payment bond is a type of surety bond issued to contractors which guarantee that all entities involved with the project will be paid. A payment surety bond is a legal contract, a type of bond, that guarantees certain employees, subcontractors, and suppliers are protected against non-payment.

On average, the cost for a surety bond falls somewhere between 1% and 15% of the bond amount. That means you may be charged between $100 and $1,500 to buy a $10,000 bond policy. Most premium amounts are based on your application and credit health, but there are some bond policies that are written freely.

A Texas contractor license bond is a type of surety bond that protects the local licensing authority and a contractor's customers from work that is not in line with building codes. These surety bonds also provide coverage for financial losses to those harmed if work is not performed correctly.

A Texas Bonded Title (also known as a Certificate of Title Bond, Defective Title Bond, Lost Vehicle Title Bond or DMV Bond) allows a vehicle owner to claim ownership and register the vehicle with the state when a title has been lost, stolen or is missing.

But surety bonds are also an important regulatory tool that are good for all. In fact, there are even benefits for the people who must pay for bonds and pay for claims. So yes, surety bonds are worth it.

Bond amounts, which provide coverage to the contractor's customers, can vary from $10,000 to more than $100,000. Applicants with excellent credit can pay a premium as low as 1% of the total bond amount. So, if the bond amount is $10,000, the premium would be just $100 for the bond's term.

How Much Does a Contractor Bond Cost in Texas? Texas Contractor License Bond CostsLicense typeBond AmountStarting PriceBeaumont roofing contractor$15,000$150Canyon general or roofing contractor$20,000$200Cibolo residential building contractor$25,000$25027 more rows

State regulators in Texas do not require you to have a general contractor license. However, you will need to check contractor license requirements in your city. Also, be prepared to apply for your Texas Business License – a requirement for every business in Texas.

The Labour and Material Payment Bond is a type of insurance that is used to guarantee that subcontractors and material suppliers are paid for the work and material they supply on the job. The company that provides the bond, that in effect insures payment for the work and materials, is called the surety bond company.