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How much does a California LLC employee/worker bond cost?
California LLC employee/worker surety bond costs start at $1,500 annually. Your personal California contractor LLC surety bond cost will be provided after a quick application review.
How do I get an LLC employee/worker bond in California?
You can apply for your California LLC employee/worker bond online 24/7. You'll need to provide the following information for California Contractors State License Board filing approval.
- business name
- address
- contractors license number
- number of employees
- average monthly payroll
Once your order has been processed, your California surety bond will be electronically filed directly with the California Contractors State License Board.
How fast can I get a contractor LLC employee worker bond?
Our industry-leading technology and responsive customer service team allows us to file your official California LLC employee/worker bond directly with the CSLB faster than any other surety company. Orders placed by 4 PM CST Monday-Friday will typically be filed with the CSLB same-day.
If you have questions about the LLC employee/worker bond or your application, call 1(800)308-4358 to speak with a surety bond expert. We're here to guide you through the LLC contractor bond process so you can get back to running your business.
What is the purpose of a California LLC employee/worker bond?
California Business and Professions Code Section 7071.6.5 requires that contractors structured as a limited liability company file a $100,000 surety bond before their California contractor license can be issued, reissued, reinstated, reactivated, or renewed. The state's official bond form 13B-20 is titled “LLC Employee/Worker Bond” but is also known as the “California LLC contractor bond.” This bond protects workers employed by or contracted to work for limited liability companies that hold a California contractor license.
Why is a California LLC employee/worker bond required?
According to California Business and Professions Code, this California surety bond specifically benefits employees damaged by their employer’s failure to pay wages, interest on wages, or fringe benefits. If a licensed and bonded LLC contractor fails to make payments as required, the LLC contractor's issuing surety company will pay valid claims up to the full $100,000 bond amount, which the LLC contractor must reimburse.
Who regulates licensing for LLC contractors?
The California Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State Licensing Board enforces licensing requirements for LLC contractors. If you have questions about your existing LLC license or new contractor license application, you can contact the CSLB by calling 1(916)255-3900 or by emailing [email protected].
The CSLB requires this surety bond for licensed LLC contractors in California. We also offer specific information about the California contractor license bond, California qualifying individual bond, California contractor disciplinary bond, and California farm labor contractor bond. If you work as a contractor in other states, we also offer contractor bonds nationwide.
How do I update or change my LLC employee/worker bond?
If the California CSLB requires your electronic surety bond filing to be updated for any reason, contact your surety company. If you purchased your bond from SuretyBonds.com, email [email protected] to explain the needed change. The most common changes requested are updating the business name, address, or license number filed with your electronic surety bond to match your state contractor license paperwork.
What are the California LLC employee/worker bond renewal requirements?
You must renew your California LLC employee/worker bond before its current term expires. Once you pay your SuretyBonds.com renewal invoice, instructions will be provided to keep your electronically filed California surety bond active for your next LLC license term.
Can a California LLC employee/worker bond be canceled or revoked?
California LLC employee/worker bonds must remain active for the duration of your LLC license and be renewed annually. Your issuing surety company can cancel or revoke your bond at any point according to provisions outlined in California Civil Procedure Code Section 996.320.
How do I get my California LLC contractors license?
Learn How to get a California CSLB Limited Liability Company License by reviewing our comprehensive guide.
To apply for your California LLC contractors license, you must meet the requirements and provide the documentation below.
- all required CSLB forms and applications
- $100,000 California surety bond
- $300 nonrefundable application fee
- general liability insurance for at least $1,000,000
- Secretary of State business name filing approval
- qualified individual information
- fingerprints for a criminal background check
- personnel of record list
We also offer a separate How to get a California Contractor License guide for standard California contractor licensing.
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