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South Carolina Residential Builder or Contractor Surety Bonds

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Residential Builders in South Carolina will need a surety bond as a condition of licensure. Contractor applicants must apply for a license with the South Carolina Residential Builders Commission. The Commission has an online process for Residential Electrical Licenses, Residential Home Builders Licenses, Residential Specialty Contractor Registration, Residential Heating and Air Conditioning, and Residential Plumbing Licenses.

Surety Bond and License Requirements:

  1. In addition to the application, applicants must obtain a South Carolina Residential Builder & Special Contractor Surety Bond for their contractor specialty, pay the applicable license fee, and pass the required examinations.
  2. The required surety bond amounts are as follows:
  3. Residential Builder/Certificate of Authorization = $15,000 Surety Bond
  4. Licensed Residential Specialty Contractor (HVAC, plumber or electrician) = $10,000 Surety Bond
  5. Registered Residential Specialty Contractor = $5,000 Surety Bond
  6. Licenses and bonds must be renewed by June 30 of even years (2018, 2020, etc)

How Much Will a South Carolina Contractor Bond Cost?

The premium that you pay for a South Carolina Residential Builder or Contractor Surety Bond is dependent on credit and the bond amount required.

Did You Know?

The SOuth Carolina Residential Builder Commission will no longer issue license renewal reminders. Contractors can check their license information on the Online License Look Up

Related Links:

South Carolina Residential Builder and Specialty Contractor Builders Commission
South Carolina Builder and Special Contractor License Information

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