License & Permit
Roofer License Bond
A license bond a roofing contractor files with the state or city to get a roofing license.
- Required by
- State contractor or home builder licensing boards, and some cities
- Bond amount
- Set by whoever requires the bond. We confirm it.
What this bond guarantees
The bond promises the licensing agency (the obligee) that the roofer will follow licensing law. A homeowner harmed by the roofer's violation can claim against the bond, up to its full amount.
Who needs it
- Residential roofing contractors
- Commercial roofing contractors
- Storm restoration contractors
What the underwriter looks at
- Owner credit
- Licensing and complaint history
- Years in business
Requirements vary by state and by who asks for the bond. Send us the request you received and we will confirm exactly what it calls for.
Common questions
What does Alabama require?
Alabama's Home Builders Licensure Board licenses residential roofers on jobs over $2,500 and requires a $10,000 bond before it issues the license.
Is a roofer license bond the same as a performance bond?
No. A license bond covers violations of licensing law. A performance bond guarantees completion of a specific job.