Contractors must file a surety bond to work in Saraland, Alabama. Jet offers the Saraland Contractor Bond as a guarantee that you will conduct business according to the City’s rules and regulations, and that the City or its people will not be financially harmed by your actions.
Within minutes, you can purchase your Saraland Contractor Bond and get the coverage you need to start working!
With Jet, the Contractor Bond for Saraland costs only $10 a month or $100 a year, no credit check required. All you have to do is complete the online application to submit contact information and general business information needed for the bond form. You will be able to choose and complete purchase for the term you need, with the rates indicated in the chart below.
Bond Term | Cost |
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1 Year | $100 |
2 Years | $175 |
3 Years | $250 |
Contractor Bonds in Saraland may be purchased for the duration of a permit or license. You can choose the payment option that works for you.
Permit bonds will stay active during the course of construction until they are released by the City. License bonds must be renewed annually along with the license.
Application: Applying for a Contractor Bond with Jet just means filling out the necessary information needed to fill out your bond! Once you have completed that, you will be able to buy your bond for a guaranteed rate. Jet will email you a digital copy of your bond and receipt.
Bond Filing: After purchase, Jet will prepare the bond form and can even mail it for you! You can choose for Jet to file the bond or file it yourself during checkout. If filing yourself, you must submit it to the mailing address below:
City of Saraland
Building Department
933 Saraland Blvd, South
Saraland, AL 36571
Bond Renewal: Renewing your Contractor Bond with Jet is easy! For monthly payments, your bond will stay active with each payment made, no renewal paperwork needed. For annual payments, Jet will notify you before your term is up through mail and email so you can renew your bond. Simply fill out the notice (by clicking the link in the email or mailing back the notice) and Jet will take care of the rest of the renewal process for you.
Bond Cancellation: To cancel your bond, simply notify Jet through email ([email protected]) or a written request. Our team will request cancellation with the City, which will finalize the cancellation after 30 days. After the 30-day cancellation period has ended, monthly payments will end and bonds that were paid for on annual terms will be reviewed for an available refund for any time remaining.
The Contractor Bond in Saraland prevents damages that are caused by a contractor’s actions. Contractors are obligated to follow the Saraland Code of Ordinances, as it applies to their license and/or permit. Essentially, the ordinances set a standard for conduct that prevents fraudulent and negligent behavior and reduces hazards. A contractor who fails to adhere to the standards of the Code, particularly Chapter 7, may be subject to disciplinary action from the City. Action against a contractor may include penalties, fees, or a claim against the Contractor Bond.
It is likely that a contractor is aware of a complaint or violation prior to a claim filing. A customer may bring up an informal or formal complaint, which can be resolved by the contractor at any time. If the complaint or violation is not corrected, the City or the customer who was injured can file a claim to be reimbursed for the correction of the issue.
If you receive a claim on your Saraland Contractor Bond, get in contact with Jet right away. Our team will check the validity of the claim, but if the City files the claim, it is likely that the allegation is valid. Jet will pay the claimant after an investigation finds that the claim is true. Unlike an insurance policy, you are required to take responsibility for your actions and pay Jet back for the claim.
Contractors working in Saraland must follow the regulations set by the City, but may also need to abide by the state’s requirements. Contractors may need to have a surety bond for their state contractor license if the company’s financials are not sufficient.