Minnesota· 4 min read·Updated 2026-03-11
Minnesota Contractor License Bond Guide
Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) requires residential building contractors to be licensed and to file proof of financial responsibility — usually a $15K–$25K surety bond.
MN DLI bond amounts
Residential building contractors: $15,000 bond OR Letter of Credit. Residential remodelers: $15,000. Residential roofers: $15,000. Manufactured-home installers: $25,000.
Cost
$15K bond: $75–$300/year for good credit. $25K bond: $125–$500/year for good credit. Higher for marginal credit.
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