hi what was the link for other avenues to take for finding bond information when everyone not being forthcoming? thanks
If it is a public works project, you can send a demand to the public owner for a copy of the bond under Section 137 of the State Finance Law. Send it certified mail. If it's a private project, there is no similar requirement. That's why it's so important to get it at the beginning of the job (say it's just "for your records") while everyone is still getting along.