Nevada contractor license bond
Bond requiredRequired, but the amount varies by license type.
Every Nevada license needs a bond, but the Board sets the exact amount for each applicant, driven mainly by your monetary limit (the largest single contract you may take on) plus financial strength, experience, and character. Raising your monetary limit later usually means increasing the bond. A cash deposit can substitute for a surety bond. [Source: NSCB ↗]
Good to know
You won't know the exact amount until the Board approves your license.
Estimate your premium
You pay a percentage of the bond amount each year, based on credit.
Small bonds usually carry a minimum premium around $100.
Estimate only. Your real rate is set by the surety after a quick credit check, and the premium is typically nonrefundable once the bond is issued.
How to get bonded and licensed in Nevada
- 1Apply for your contractor license or registration with NSCB.
- 2Buy your surety bond from a licensed surety — the premium is a small percentage of the bond amount, based on your credit.
- 3Submit proof of the bond (and any required insurance) with your application.
- 4Keep the bond active and renew it to keep your license in good standing.
Nevada contractor bond FAQ
Does Nevada require a contractor license bond?
Yes. Nevada sets your contractor bond from your requested monetary limit, anywhere from $1,000 to $500,000.
How much does a contractor license bond cost in Nevada?
You don't pay the full bond amount. You pay an annual premium that's a small percentage of it, usually around 1–3% with good credit and more while your credit is still building. Nevada's required bond runs $1,000–$500,000 depending on your license, so your premium scales with it. Use the calculator above for your own estimate.
Who regulates contractor licensing in Nevada?
Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) sets the rules. You won't know the exact amount until the Board approves your license.
What does a contractor license bond protect?
A contractor license bond protects your customers and the licensing authority, not you. It guarantees you'll follow the state's contractor laws; if you break them and someone is owed money, they can file a claim against the bond, and you must repay the surety.
Is the bond premium refundable?
Generally no. Once the bond is issued, the premium is earned by the surety and is typically nonrefundable, even if you never have a claim. Most bonds run one to two years, and you renew to keep your license active.
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Bond requirements and amounts are set by NSCB and can change. Confirm the current figure with the authority before you buy. This page is general information, not legal advice.