Genesee County, MI Maintenance and Guarantee Bond
Overview
Genesee County requires contractors to back their work with more than just a handshake. This Maintenance and Guarantee Bond holds the contractor accountable for defects, failures, or incomplete work that surface after a project is finished. It protects the county and the public from bearing the cost of repairs that should fall on the contractor. If the work fails within the guarantee period, the bond makes the contractor financially responsible for fixing it.
Who Needs This Bond?
Contractors completing construction or site improvement projects under Genesee County authority need this bond. This includes general contractors, site developers, and subcontractors who have been required by the county to provide a post-completion guarantee on their work. It is typically required as a condition of final project approval or permit closeout. If Genesee County has told you to obtain a Maintenance and Guarantee Bond before your project can be signed off, this is the bond you need.
What is this Bond For?
Genesee County is the obligee — the party protected by this bond. The bond guarantees that the contractor's completed work will hold up through the required maintenance or guarantee period. If defects appear in roadways, drainage systems, grading, utilities, or other improvements, the bond gives the county a financial remedy. It shifts the cost of warranty repairs back to the contractor where it belongs.
When is it Required?
Final approval of your construction project or site improvement in Genesee County is the moment this bond becomes mandatory. The county will not release your permit, sign off on your work, or accept the completed improvements until this bond is in place. It is a post-construction requirement, meaning your work may already be done but you cannot close out the project without it. Have this bond issued before you submit for final inspection or acceptance.
Where Does it Apply?
This bond applies exclusively within Genesee County, Michigan. It is a local county requirement, not a Michigan state license or contractor registration bond. The bond is issued in favor of Genesee County and is only valid for projects subject to county oversight and approval.
How to Buy Online
Click 'Buy This Bond Online' on this page and the secure surety portal will open in a new tab. Enter your project and business details, complete the application, and your bond documents can be issued quickly without waiting on an agent. Download, print, or deliver your bond to Genesee County as required.
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