Janitorial Service Bonds
A Janitorial Service Bond is a type of surety bond that protects customers if a cleaning service employee causes theft, property damage, or other dishonest acts while working on a job. This bond provides reassurance to clients and helps janitorial businesses establish trust and credibility.
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Why You Need a Janitorial Service Bond
A Janitorial Service Bond helps to:
- Protect clients from theft or dishonest acts
- Build trust and professionalism
- Meet contract or bid requirements
- Differentiate your business from competitors
- Increase customer confidence
Being bonded signals reliability and accountability to potential clients.
Janitorial Service Bond FAQs
These are some of the most common questions asked about Janitorial Service Bonds and how they work.
A Janitorial Service Bond guarantees that a janitorial or cleaning service business will be financially responsible for losses caused by employee theft or misconduct. If a covered loss occurs, the client may file a claim against the bond for compensation.
Janitorial Service Bonds are commonly required by commercial clients and are often a prerequisite for winning cleaning contracts.
The cost of a Janitorial Service Bond is typically a flat annual premium, often ranging from $100 to $500 per year, depending on:
Bond amount
Number of employees
Business size and scope
Bond amounts commonly range from $5,000 to $25,000.
Janitorial Service Bonds involve three parties:
Principal: The janitorial or cleaning company
Obligee: The client or customer
Surety: The bonding company
If an employee commits theft or dishonest acts, the client may file a claim. The surety pays valid claims, and the janitorial business is responsible for reimbursing the surety.
Janitorial Service Bonds are recommended for:
- Commercial cleaning companies
- Office and building maintenance services
- Residential cleaning services
- Independent janitorial contractors
- Businesses bidding on government or corporate cleaning contracts
Some clients may require proof of bonding before awarding a contract.
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