Plumbing contractors in Washington as of July 2021 are required to obtain a surety bond as part of the licensing application process. This bond is intended to protect the public by compensating them for any financial losses caused by the plumbing contractor's failure to comply with the standards established in Washington RCW 18.106.410. The bond protects the public's interests in cases where the contractor breaches contractual agreements or fails to pay required taxes and compensation.
- Bond amount: $6,000