Seattle, WA - Public Place Shoring or Excavation — required surety bond in Washington. Apply online in minutes.
The Seattle Public Place Shoring or Excavation Bond is a financial guarantee required by the City of Seattle for contractors working in or near public right-of-ways. It guarantees that the contractor will safely perform excavation or shoring work and properly restore the public property once the project is complete.
Contractors, developers, and construction companies performing excavation, shoring, or digging in public places within Seattle city limits typically need this bond. If your project impacts a city right-of-way, such as a street, sidewalk, or alley, you will likely need to secure this bond before obtaining the necessary municipal permits.
The City of Seattle requires this bond to protect the public and municipal infrastructure from damages caused by private construction activities. It provides a financial mechanism for the city to recover costs if a contractor fails to properly complete the right-of-way work, abandons the project, or leaves the public place damaged.
Click the Apply Now button to start our secure online application, which takes about five minutes to complete. Once approved, Noah Insurance Agency will issue your bond and deliver it directly to your inbox via email.
Premiums vary based on the required bond amount and the applicant's credit profile. Please apply online with Noah Insurance Agency or call 814-718-0060 for an exact quote.
The required bond amount varies depending on the specific scope and scale of your project. You must verify the exact figure required directly with the City of Seattle before applying.
No. This surety bond strictly protects the City of Seattle and the public from damages caused by incomplete or improper right-of-way work, while your liability insurance protects your business from third-party claims.
Approval times vary depending on the required bond amount and underwriting guidelines. Applying online through our secure portal is the fastest way to receive your exact figures and get the process started.
Send us a note or call 814-718-0060 — a licensed agent will confirm the bond amount and requirements for you.
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