What Is A Surety Bond?

A Surety Bond is a legal obligation involving a three-party agreement between; the principal (contractor), the employer (obligee/project owner), and the surety/guarantor. Surety Bonds protect the employer from financial loss in the event of default regarding contractual obligations, as detailed in the bond wording and contract, that are not fulfilled. In this case, the Surety…

How is A Performance Bond Calculated?

How is A Performance Bond Calculated? Understanding how performance bonds are calculated is crucial for contractors and project owners alike. This is because Performance Bonds are significant in ensuring project completion and financial security.  Performance Bonds offer protection to the project owner or obligee, typically by providing financial compensation in case the contractor or principal…

Do Performance Bonds Cover Warranty?

Do Performance Bonds Cover Warranty? When a contractor takes out a performance bond, they may assume that it covers their warranty, however, that isn’t the case. A performance bonds primary focus is on performance during the construction phase, it does not inherently cover post-completion warranty obligations unless specified. However, some performance bonds include warranty provisions,…