the #1 Online Surety Bond Agency in the Nation!
ContractorBonds.com

Minnesota
Contractor Bonds

Find My BondRead More
Minnesota Contractor Bonds

Minnesota Contractor License Bond Guide

Minnesota requires contractors to obtain a contractor bond to become licensed. The amount for these bonds varies depending on the type of contractor, location, and project. Some of these bonds can be issued instantly online for a set premium, while others are prorated for the bond term’s end date.

Why are contractor bonds required in Minnesota?

Multiple cities require contractors in Minnesota to post surety bonds prior to starting work. These bonds ensure the principal (contractor) will abide by all applicable rules and legislation outlining the classification-specific work, in addition to protecting consumers from damages caused by negligent or faulty work. Obligees (Minnesota government entities requiring the bond) place the liability on the principal.

Affected contractors can file a claim against the surety bond; if found to have validity, the surety (the company that financially backs the bond) will pay the claim up to the bond’s full amount. However, the principal is required to reimburse the surety in full for any money paid out.

Minnesota contractor classification-specific bonds

Minnesota holds contractor bond requirements for contractors of various classifications operating within the state. Find your licensing bond requirement below.

Electrical Contractor Bond

Elevator or Limited Elevator Contractor Bond

Mechanical Contractor Bond

Pipe Laying Bond

Plumbing Contractor Bond

Residential Roofer Contractor Bond

Satellite System Contractor Bond

City of Minneapolis contractor bonds

The City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, mandates that contractors of varying classifications must post a license and permit bond.

City of Minneapolis Residential Specialty Contractor Bond

  • Residential specialty contractors must register with the City of Minneapolis and submit the following requirements:

    • Post a $10,000 contractor license bond. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a $100 premium for a one-year term; however, a 25% multi-year discount is available for customers who purchase this bond for a multiple-year term upfront.

    • Pay the $200 licensing fee.

    • Submit a Certificate of Liability Insurance.

    • Choose the type of discipline the contractor will be working within.

City of Minneapolis Sidewalk Contractor Bond

  • Sidewalk contractors in the City of Minneapolis must register with the following requirements:

    • Post a $15,000 contractor license bond. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a $322.50 premium for a one-year term.

    • Sign up for ROWay to complete the application where more information can be found for contractors.

City of Rochester Contractor Bonds

Contractors in the City of Rochester, Minnesota, must post a $10,000 contractor license bond. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a one-year term. Specific City of Rochester contractor bonds may have additional requirements or specific fees for registration.

City of Rochester Sidewalk and Driveway Contractor Bond

  • Sidewalk and Driveway contractors in the City of Rochester must register for a contractor license and submit the following requirements:

    • Post a $10,000 bond instantly online for $100 for a one-year term.

    • Pay the $80 license application fee.

    • Provide proof of worker’s compensation insurance.

    • Submit Insurance Certificate for General Liability.

    • Register the business with the Minnesota Secretary of State if it is not a sole proprietorship.

City of Rochester Sewer and Drain Contractor Bond

  • Sewer and Drain contractors are required to register with the City of Rochester and pass the following qualifications:

    • Post a $10,000 bond for $100 for a one-year term.

    • Pay the $80 license application fee.

    • Provide proof of a $25,000 State Plumbing Code compliance bond.

    • Submit proof of worker’s compensation insurance.

    • Obtain an Insurance Certificate for General Liability.

City of St. Paul Contractor Bonds

All classifications of contractors must complete a license registration with the City of St. Paul.

City of St. Paul Building Contractor Bond

  • Building contractors in St. Paul must register and submit the following requirements:

    • Post a $10,000 contractor license bond. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a $100 premium for a one-year term; however, a 25% multi-year discount is available for customers who purchase this bond for a multiple-year term upfront.

    • Provide a Paper Plan review, accompanied by two sets of stamps by Public Works.

City of St. Paul Sidewalk Contractor Bond

  • The City of St. Paul requires sidewalk contractors to become registered.

    • Post a $5,000 contractor license bond. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a $100 premium for a one-year term; however, a 25% multi-year discount is available for customers who purchase this bond for a multiple-year term upfront.

    • Submit a Certificate of Insurance.

    • Pay the $194 license fee.

Search all contractor bonds in Minnesota

Over the years, our bonding experts have put together the most comprehensive surety bond library. Most of our contractor bonds can be purchased instantly online in only a few minutes.

Use the list below to browse all of our available contractor bonds in Minnesota You can also try searching by bond amount, obligee, or bond name.