Wisconsin
Contractor Bonds

Wisconsin Dwelling Contractor License Bonds

A dwelling contractor in the state of Wisconsin must be licensed and certified with the Department of Safety and Professional Services before applying for any required permits. A contractor license bond must be posted with the Department as part of the certification process for restricted and unrestricted licenses.

The required bond amount ranges from $5,000 to $25,000. If a contractor chooses to post a bond of a lesser amount than $25,000, the contractor agrees to comply with Wisconsin Legislature: 101.654(2)(a), committing to not perform work on any dwelling where the estimated cost of completion is greater than the bond’s amount.

ContractorBonds.com can issue $25,000 dwelling contractor bonds instantly online for a set $250 premium for all applicants. Dwelling contractor bonds ranging from $5,000 to $24,999 will be issued at a rate of $5 per $1,000 of the bond’s amount, with a minimum cost of $100.

How to become licensed as a WI dwelling contractor

There are three different license/certification types available for dwelling contractors in Wisconsin: dwelling contractor unrestricted certification, dwelling contractor restricted certification, or dwelling contractor qualifier certification.

• Applicants for a dwelling contractor unrestricted certification can apply using Form 3096.

• Applicants for a dwelling contractor restricted certification can apply using Form 3098.

• Applicants for a dwelling contractor qualifier certification can apply using Form 3097.

In addition to a completed application, the following additional documents or requirements must be submitted:

Unrestricted certification

• Application fee of $15

• Credential fee of $25

• Comply with worker’s compensation requirements

  • Specifications can be found in Wisconsin Legislature Statute 102

• Comply with unemployment compensation requirements

  • Specifications can be found in Wisconsin Legislature Statute 108

• Provide proof of financial responsibility

  • Post a $25,000 contractor bond OR

  • Obtain general liability insurance

Restricted certification

• Application fee of $15

• Credential fee of $25

• Comply with worker’s compensation requirements

  • Specifications can be found in Wisconsin Legislature Statute 102

• Comply with unemployment compensation requirements

  • Specifications can be found in Wisconsin Legislature Statute 108

• Post a contractor license bond ranging in amount from $5,000 to $24,999

Qualifier certification

• Complete at least 12 hours in an Approved Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Initial​ Qualifier Course within one year prior to the date of application

• Application fee of $15

• Credential fee of $30

City-specific contractor bonds

Cities and states in Wisconsin set their own requirements of contractors for licenses, permits, and event registration. Don’t see the bond you need explained below? See our list of bonds in Wisconsin at the bottom of the page!

City of Madison Contractor Bond

Contractors in the City of Madison are required by the Department of Engineering - Public Works to post a $5,000 license and permit bond. This bond can be issued instantly online without a credit check for $100 to all applicants.

City of Milwaukee Concrete Contractor Bond

The Milwaukee Department of Neighborhood Services requires concrete contractors to become licensed before being eligible to apply for permits. Concrete contractors must also post a $5,000 contractor license bond with the city. This bond can be secured through ContractorBonds.com instantly online for a $100 set premium to all applicants — no credit check required!

City of Superior Contractor License Bonds

• Superior General Contractor Bond

  • The City of Superior Building Inspection Division requires general contractors becoming licensed in the city to post a $25,000 license and permit surety bond. This bond can be issued instantly online for a one-year term, ending annually on December 31. Because the bond expires on a set day, the price of this bond may be prorated depending on the exact term of the bond. There is a $125 minimum cost for this bond.

• Superior Electrical Contractor Bond

  • A $25,000 electrical contractor bond must be obtained by electrical contractors becoming licensed and registered with the City of Superior. This bond expires annually on December 31, which means the price may depend on the bond’s exact term. Regardless of the term, a $125 minimum has been set for this bond.

• Superior Heating Contractor Bond

  • Heating contractors in the City of Superior must post a $25,000 contractor bond to become licensed. Purchase this bond for a minimum of $125 when working with ContractorBonds.com! There is no underwriting consideration required; however, the cost may vary based on the exact term of the bond as it expires annually on December 31. Purchase this bond instantly online today!

Contractor license requirements for the City of Superior can be found in the Superior Code of Ordinances, City Contractor License Requirements Section 34.

City of Waukesha Concrete Contractor Bond

Concrete contractors in the City of Waukesha are required to post a $5,000 contractor bond before a construction or public right-of-way permit can be obtained. Purchase this bond instantly online for a set $100 premium.

Additional requirements for obtaining a permit as a concrete contractor include:

• Certificate of Liability Insurance

• Construction permit fee of $65

  • The fee increases to $130 if it is late

Permits can be obtained with the Waukesha Engineering Department at 201 Delafield Street at the second-floor counter.

Don’t see the bond you need? Talk to one of our surety representatives today online or by phone at 1 (800) 308-4358 to determine exactly which bond you need!

City of Milwaukee Concrete Contractor Bond

Electrical, plumbing, concrete, and home improvement contractors are all required by the City of Milwaukee to be bonded before they can obtain a permit. Concrete contractors must post a $5,000 contractor bond to become licensed. This bond can be purchased instantly online for a $100 premium.

City of Waukesha Concrete Contractor Bond

A $5,000 concrete contractor bond is required by the City of Waukesha Public Works Department of any concrete contractor looking to become licensed. Purchase your Waukesha concrete contractor bond online today through ContractorBonds.com for a $100 premium.

City of Sheboygan Contractor Bond

The City of Sheboygan requires contractors to become licensed. To do so, contractors are required to post a $5,000 contractor bond, which can be obtained online instantly for a set premium of $100.

City of Madison Contractor Bond

The Madison Department of Engineering, Public Works Division requires contractors within the city to post a $5,000 contractor bond. Applicants must indicate the type of license they are applying for when submitting a bond application. All applicants will be approved instantly online for this bond for a $100 set premium.

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