Construction Genius
Construction Genius
Eric Anderton
Bonding Capacity: Why Contractors Break Through or Get Stuck
24 minutes Posted Jan 20, 2026 at 11:00 am.
0:00
24:59
Download MP3
Show notes

Bonding is one of the biggest bottlenecks in construction growth—and most contractors misunderstand it. In this episode, Eric Anderton talks with Gary Eastman, President of Swift Bonds and Access Surety, about what sureties really look for when deciding whether to bond a contractor.

They break down the Three C's—Character, Capacity, and Capital—why character matters more than most owners realize, what happens behind the scenes during bond claims, and how smart contractors increase bonding capacity without blowing up their business.

If you want to bid bigger jobs, improve margins, and reduce risk, this is a must-listen.