The Contractor Bond Experts
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The Contractor Bond Experts
Need help? Call +1 (623) 343-FAST Email [email protected]
Get your surety bonds fast: DPOR Class A, B, and C license bonds, bid and performance bonds, payment bonds, and specialty bonds for Virginia contractors statewide.
Virginia licenses contractors through the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) under a three-tier classification system. Class A covers projects of $120,000 or more, Class B covers $10,000 to $120,000, and Class C covers $1,000 to $10,000. Class A and Class B licensees are required to carry a surety bond as a condition of their license.
The bond amounts are set by the DPOR Board for Contractors. Class A contractors must post a larger bond than Class B, reflecting the higher project values. Class C contractors are not required to carry a bond but must still register with the DPOR. Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work falls under the same classification system when performed as part of a contracting business.
Heavy-civil contracts let by VDOT carry the same expectation, and Virginia bonds its public jobs through Virginia's Little Miller Act requiring payment and performance bonds on public contracts of $500,000 or more. Standard Virginia amounts go out same-day once you apply.
DPOR Licensing Requirements
Public Works Bonding
Local and Specialty Requirements
Required for Virginia contractor licensing. Common for electricians, plumbers, roofers, HVAC, and general contractors regulated by the Virginia Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR).
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Used for public and private Virginia construction projects. Guarantees job completion, payment to subcontractors and suppliers on Virginia contracts.
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Covers defects or workmanship issues after project completion. Often required on public works contracts throughout Virginia.
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Land development projects in Virginia. Guarantees roads, sidewalks, utilities and site improvements for municipalities and developers.
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Covers niche trades or compliance in Virginia (e.g., HVAC, plumbing, electrical, roofing). May include prevailing wage bonds or union deposit requirements for Virginia projects.
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We help Virginia contractors get bonded fast with license, permit, bid, performance, and specialty bonds. Our team provides competitive rates, expert guidance, and quick service for all types of construction bonds in Virginia. Whether you're an independent tradesperson in Virginia Beach, Richmond, or Norfolk, or a large developer across the state, we make it easier to meet state requirements, win projects, and stay compliant with Virginia regulations.
INSTANT PRICEWe help Virginia contractors secure fast, reliable bonding solutions through licensed surety agents. Whether you need to get licensed, bid public jobs in Virginia Beach or Richmond, or meet state permitting requirements across Virginia's 95 counties, our team helps you stay compliant and competitive.
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Get answers to common questions about contractor bonding requirements, costs, and processes for Virginia construction professionals.
If you hold a DPOR Class A or Class B contractor license, yes. Virginia requires a surety bond as a condition of both the Class A and Class B licenses. Class C contractors must register with the DPOR but are not required to carry a bond.
Class A covers projects of $120,000 or more and requires the largest bond. Class B covers projects of $10,000 to $120,000 with a smaller bond. Class C covers projects of $1,000 to $10,000 and does not require a bond, only registration. All three classes require passing a trade and business exam.
The DPOR Board for Contractors sets the bond amounts for Class A and Class B licenses. The amounts are tied to the project value tier. Confirm the current figures with the DPOR, as they can adjust over time. You pay an annual premium that is a percentage of the bond amount, not the full face value.
Correct. Virginia's Little Miller Act mandates the pair requiring payment and performance bonds on public contracts of $500,000 or more, covering the supply chain and completion risk.
You pay a yearly premium that is a small percentage of the face amount, never the whole bond. Credit and financials set the rate.
Most are same-day. A brief application clears standard Virginia bonds fast.
It rarely blocks you. Credit affects pricing, and dedicated Virginia programs cover startups and contractors recovering financially.
The license bond is ongoing and tied to your Virginia credential. A bid bond covers one bid, assuring the owner you will sign and bond the contract.
The DPOR license bond covers your state license. Some Northern Virginia localities, Richmond, and other cities may require a separate local business license or permit bond on top of the state requirement. Check with the building department where you work.
Renewal is typically annual and matched to your license term. Pay the notice when it arrives and your standing holds.
No, and it matters at claim time. You repay a bond claim; an insurer absorbs a covered loss. Virginia also requires workers' compensation for employees.
Yes. Once the Virginia authority or city has your registration, we issue the bond that fits it.
