Blog

5 Licenses that you didn’t know required a surety bond

If you’re planning to apply for a state license to operate your business you may be surprised to find out that you need a surety bond! In many cases these commercial bonds are required as part of the business license application process. We’ve picked out five of the less well-known bond types below:

 

  1. Alcohol License

The requirements for alcohol licensing vary by state but it is common for an alcohol surety bond to be a requirement of license approval. Businesses that may need a liquor bond include wineries, breweries, retailers, and transportation firms. Check your state’s regulations to see if your business needs an alcohol license.

 

  1. Pest Control License

Pest controllers may be required to purchase a pest control bond before they are issued their license. These bonds are required as a form of protection for the pest controller’s customers. The bond provides a source of financial recompense should the pest controller cause damage by failing to adhere to applicable laws.

 

  1. Private School

State regulations require private schools to maintain a private school surety bond while they are in operation. The bond is there to provide financial reimbursement of tuition fees should the school fail to provide the agreed upon education. The bond amount is determined by location, tuition amount, and school size. Your state will calculate the required bond amount.

 

  1. Waste Hauler

Waste haulers may need a security bond as part of the licensing process. Types of waste hauler bond vary by state and can include specific bond types such as waste grease hauler bond and used tire hauler bond among others. The bond provides an added incentive for haulers to abide by the state waste rules. Bonds also offer a way for the public to claim against the hauler should they cause damage to property.

 

  1. Cosmetology School

Just like private schools, cosmetology schools in some states must maintain a cosmetology school surety bond to operate. The minimum bond amount is generally $10,000. The actual bond amount can vary by state. Your state may use the cosmetology school size and tuition amount charged to calculate the required bond amount.

Get a surety bond quote within 24 hours

Viking Bond Service can help you get the bond your business needs. Our experienced team of friendly staff is here to make the process quick and easy.

 

Viking Bond Service

Share
Published by
Viking Bond Service

Recent Posts

A Guide to the Electronic Filing of Surety Bonds

The surety bond industry entered a new era at the start of 2016 when the…

2 years ago

Payment Bonds vs. Performance Bonds

If you are a contractor that works in the construction industry, surety bonds will be…

2 years ago

How to Become a Private Investigator in 4 Steps

If you have patience, persistence, and a perceptive eye for detail, you may thrive as…

2 years ago

How to Get Bonded for a Cleaning Business

How to Get Bonded for a Cleaning Business If you run a cleaning business, there’s…

2 years ago

How to Get a Car Dealer’s License

A career as a car dealer can be interesting, secure, and lucrative too. But if…

2 years ago

How to Become a Public Adjuster in 4 Steps

A job as a public adjuster could lead to a long and fulfilling career. Before…

2 years ago