For most contractors working in the U.S., construction bonds are one of the major requirements they need to meet in order to even apply for a project. Still, they are often confused by these bonds, ...

Some licensing authorities require that plumbers file a surety bond before they can be legally licensed. Licensing regulations vary by jurisdiction, of course, so plumbers should always check with the ...

Contractor default inflicts huge losses on everyone involved — on contractors and project owners alike, though in different ways — and can delay, and ultimately stop, a project. This is why surety ...

When representing clients in negotiating and drafting construction agreements for private construction work, I am often asked: Should we require the contractor to provide a bond? This question doesn’t ...

Surety bonds are a means for independent contractors and small businesses to guarantee their performance under a contract. Surety bonds financially compensate the client if the contractor does not ...

Placing concrete requires specialized skills and equipment. The licensing requirements for concrete contractors vary from state to state. In some states, concrete contractors need a specific license ...