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What Is a Florida Contractor License Bond?

Florida contractor license bonds are a type of surety bond required to receive a contractor’s license in various cities and counties in Florida. These bonds ensure that contractors follow all licensing regulations and protect the public from faulty or unsafe work. 


Filing a surety bond is a legal requirement before various contractor classifications can receive their license or begin a construction project in Florida. Financially responsible officers for construction companies also need a $100,000 Florida FRO bond.

How Much Do Florida Contractor Bonds Cost?

Florida contractor license bond prices start at $100 and most bonds are available for instant online purchase. If your bond requires an application, submit a quick quote request form to receive your personalized rate. Some bonds may also be eligible for a multi-year discount. Apply online now to get your free quote.

Bond Type
$100,000Financially Responsible Officer Bond
$5,000City of Auburndale Contractor Bond
$5,000Baker County Contractor Bond
$25,000City of Cape Coral Contractor License Bond
$5,000Town of Dundee Contractor Bond
$1,000-$25,000City of Fort Meade Contractor Bond
$1,000-$25,000City of Gainesville Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Haines City Contractor Bond
$5,000Hillsborough County Contractor License Bond
$5,000City of Jacksonville Sign Bond
$5,000City of Kissimmee Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Lake Alfred Building Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Lakeland Electrical Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Lake Wales Contractor Bond
$5,000Lake County Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Lynn Haven Contractor Bond
$1,000City of Maitland Contractor BondElectrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Aluminum Specialty, Fence, and Gas Contractors
$5,000City of Maitland Contractor BondGeneral, Pool, Sign, Roofing, and Underground Contractors
$5,000City of Mulberry Contractor Bond
$2,000Nassau County Contractor License Bond
$1,000City of Orlando Contractor BondSpecialty Contractors - Not Regulated by State
$5,000City of Orlando Contractor BondRegulated by State
$5,000Osceola County Contractor Bond
$5,000Orange County Contractor Performance Bond
$2,000Palm Beach County Contractor License Bond
$5,000City of Panama City Beach Contractor Bond
$5,000Pasco County Contractor Bond
$5,000Polk County Contractor Bond
$5,000Putnam County Contractor Bond
$2,000City of Sanford Contractor Bond
$10,000City of Winter Haven Contractor Bond
$10,000Town of Windermere Contractor Bond
$5,000City of Winter Park Trade Contractor Bond
$5,000Lee County Right-Of-Way Construction Permit Bond
$5,001-$25,000Lee County Right-Of-Way Construction Permit Bond 110% of cost of work within right of way
$10,000Plumber Construction License BondDivision II
$20,000Plumber Construction License BondDivision I
$1,000-$100,000Hillsborough County Site Development Warranty Bond (Off-Site Improvements)
$1,000-$100,000Miami-Dade County Maintenance Bond
$1,000-$155,000Tohopekaliga Water Authority Maintenance Bond
$10,000Escambia County Road Restoration Blanket Bond
$20,000Broward County Indemnity and Payment Bond
$1-$650,000City of Miami Tree Protection Bond

Who Needs a Florida Contractor Bond? 

Local city or county licensing departments in Florida enforce bond requirements for contractors working in the area. These bonds protect individuals from financial loss if a contractor fails to operate their business according to local compliance codes or other regulatory laws. 

If you're the financially responsible officer (FRO) of a construction company, you need a Florida financially responsible officer bond. You may also need a bid bond, payment bond, performance bond, or other type of contract bond for large projects in Florida.

If you work outside of Florida, we also offer contractor license bonds nationwide.

How to Get a Florida Contractor Bond 

You can purchase most Florida contractor bonds and construction bonds online 24/7. Select your bond and enter your information to buy now.

If your bond requires an application, apply online — it only takes two minutes! A SuretyBonds.com representative will contact you within one business day to discuss next steps. 

How Fast Can I Get My Bond?

SuretyBonds.com offers instant purchase and email delivery for most Florida contractor bonds. If your bond requires an application, orders placed by 4 PM CST Monday–Friday are typically processed same-day. Overnight and next-day shipping options are available for physical bond forms.

How Do Florida Contractor Bonds Work?

Contractor bonds protect consumers who could be harmed by defective construction or other license noncompliance as well as any unpaid employees, subcontractors, or suppliers. 

If you break the bond terms, the surety company will pay valid claims to harmed parties up to the full bond amount, which you must then reimburse in full.

How to Get a Contractor License in Florida 

Florida offers two kinds of contractor licenses:

  • Certified contractors can work anywhere in Florida according to state professional license regulations.
  • Registered contractors can only work in the cities or counties they've been licensed and registered with individually.

To get the Florida contractor license you need, you'll typically submit a contractor license application packet and construction bond with the city or county. Exact requirements vary depending on the local authority.

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