Virginiacontractor insurance & bonding requirements
Updated April 2026 · Source: VA DPOR Board for Contractors §54.1-1100
Minimum requirements
- General liability
- $500,000
- Workers' comp
- Required for crews
Licensed general contractors in Virginiacarry commercial insurance so that if a crew member gets injured on-site, a homeowner's appliance is damaged during demo, or a neighboring property suffers an impact from construction, the contractor's policy (not the homeowner's) pays the claim. AskBaily does not match homeowners to contractors below these minimums.
Class A/B/C by project value tier. Class A no bond but financial statement ≥$45K.
Common questions
What insurance does a Virginia general contractor need?
A Virginia general contractor needs at minimum $500,000 general liability coverage. Workers' compensation insurance is required for crews. Per VA DPOR Board for Contractors §54.1-1100.
How much is the surety bond for Virginia contractors?
Virginia does not require a state-level surety bond for general contractors. Class A/B/C by project value tier. Class A no bond but financial statement ≥$45K.
Who is the licensing authority in Virginia?
VA DPOR Board for Contractors §54.1-1100 is the authority for Virginia contractor oversight. Public license lookup is available at https://www.dpor.virginia.gov/Boards/Contractors/.
How does AskBaily verify contractors in Virginia?
AskBaily runs automated verification against VA DPOR Board for Contractors §54.1-1100 before a contractor is matched to a homeowner project. The pro's license number is validated live at signup.
What happens if a contractor doesn't carry the required insurance?
Underinsured contractors are removed from the AskBaily match pool immediately. A homeowner who hires an unlicensed or underinsured contractor in Virginia can lose the right to mechanic's lien protection, may be held liable for on-site injuries, and forfeits protection under VA DPOR Board for Contractors §54.1-1100. That's why AskBaily's policy is to match only verified pros.
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