Illinois Plumbing Contractor Bond

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All individuals and business entities seeking to obtain a Plumbing Contractor License in the State of Illinois need to purchase an Illinois Plumbing Contractor Surety Bond. This is a type of surety bond required by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and serves as a financial guarantee to the public that the contractor will comply with all applicable plumbing laws and regulations. The bond also protects consumers from financial losses if the contractor fails to perform their contractual obligations, such as completing a job on time and to budget, or if they perform defective work.

The amount of the bond is $20,000 and it must be maintained for the duration of the contractor’s license.

How to get an Illinois Plumbing Contractor Surety Bond

At Surety1.com we make it easy to obtain this surety bond. Our simple, three step process is:

1. Complete the easy to navigate and secure online application. ¹
2. Review the free, no obligation quote from one of Surety1’s professional surety bond agents, usually within one business day.
3. Sign some paperwork and pay the bond premium

Once these steps have been completed, the Surety Bond will be shipped to the bond applicant.
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The cost of the bond is usually between 1% and 3% of the bond amount, subject to a minimum premium and fees of $150 to$250. Surety1 will shop its many markets to procure the right price at the right terms.}

Surety1.com is a service of AssuredPartners one of the largest and fastest growing insurance agencies in the nation. Representing over a dozen surety bond companies, Surety1.com is the premier online provider of surety bonds nationwide since 2003.

How to o register as a plumbing contractor in Illinois:

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Have at least four years of experience as a licensed plumber in Illinois or another state with comparable licensing requirements.
• Pass the Illinois State Plumbing Examination.
• Obtain a plumbing contractor license from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
• Purchase an Illinois Plumbing Contractor Surety Bond.

To obtain a plumbing contractor license from the IDPH, you must submit an application and pay the required fee. You must also provide proof of your experience and qualifications, such as a copy of your plumbing contractor license from another state or a letter of recommendation from a licensed plumber.

Once you have met all of the requirements and have been approved for a license, you must purchase an Illinois Plumbing Contractor Surety Bond from a licensed surety company. The bond amount is $20,000 and it must be maintained for the duration of your license.

Here are the steps involved in registering as a plumbing contractor in Illinois:

1. Complete and submit the Plumbing Contractor License Application. The application can be downloaded from the IDPH website.
2. Pay the required application fee. The fee is $100 for a new license and $50 for a renewal license.
3. Provide proof of your experience and qualifications. This may include a copy of your plumbing contractor license from another state, a letter of recommendation from a licensed plumber, or proof of your apprenticeship training.
4. Pass the Illinois State Plumbing Examination. The exam is administered by PSI Testing Services.
5. Obtain a plumbing contractor license from the IDPH. Once you have met all of the requirements and passed the exam, the IDPH will issue you a plumbing contractor license.
6. Purchase an Illinois Plumbing Contractor Surety Bond. The bond amount is $20,000 and it must be maintained for the duration of your license.

Once you have registered as a plumbing contractor in Illinois, you will be authorized to perform plumbing work in the state. You must renew your license every two years and you must maintain your plumbing contractor surety bond at all times.

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