What is a Summit County Contractor Bond?
A Summit County contractor bond provides a guarantee to the general public that the contractor will fulfill their obligations and will comply with applicable laws and regulations. If a contractor fails to complete a project or violates any laws stipulated in the Summit County Code of Ordinances, a customer can file a claim against the bond to seek compensation for any financial losses. To put it simply, the bond acts as a financial protection for customers and the public in Summit County.
Additionally, the Ohio Revised Code mandates that contractors obtain a contractor license bond as a condition for obtaining and maintaining a contractor’s license.
To learn more about contract bonds, you can refer to our “What is a Bonded Contractor” article for more information.
Who Requires a Summit County Contractor Bond?
Summit County, Ohio requires all contractors to obtain a contractor license bond as part of the licensing process. The following contractors apply to:
- Communication wiring, demolition
- Electrical**
- Fire alarm**
- Fire suspension**
- General contractor**
- HVAC, hydronic**
- Kitchen hood suppression**
- Medical gas**
- Plumbing**
- Refrigeration**
- Underground fire main**
Note that the ones ** also require a current State of Ohio License Certificate (O.C.I.L.B or State Fire Marshal).
All contractor license/registration bond amounts are set at $10,000.
How To Get a Summit County Contractor Bond
SuretyNow offers a Summit County contractor license bond for $90 for a 1 year term. Discounts are available if you are looking to purchase for a longer term. See our pricing table below for multi-year pricing.
The Summit County contractor license bond can be issued instantly without credit/background checks. After purchase, we will mail a copy of the bond to you and you will need to submit the copy of the bond along with your license application to Summit County.
- Bond Term: 1 Year, Bond Cost: $90
- Bond Term: 2 Years, Bond Cost: $120
- Bond Term: 3 Years, Bond Cost: $200
How To Get a Contractor License in Summit County, Ohio
To become a licensed general contractor in Summit County, the following must be presented in order to secure a contractor registration:
- A completed contractor registration application
- A surety bond amount of $10,000
- Certificate of liability insurance
- Current O.C.I.L.B or State Fire Marshal’s license (if applicable)
- A registration fee of $145 (per registration) or $90 renewal fee (if paid prior to expiration)
Additional information about contractor license, commercial forms, and registration forms can be found in [Summit County website] (https://co.summitoh.net/departments/Building-Standards.html)under resources and forms.
Applications may be submitted to:
Building Standards Division
1030 East Tallmadge Avenue
Akron, Ohio 44310