Construction Licensing Compliance Guide
Texas Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Texas.
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Texas Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License
Initial Registration
| Form: | Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $115 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $65 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Asbestos Abatement Contractor License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $1,102 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $1,102 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Asbestos Consultant Agency License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $443 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $443 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Asbestos Management Planner Agency License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Asbestos License Application/Renewal Management Planner Agency |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $443 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Asbestos License Application/Renewal Management Planner Agency |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $443 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Contractor (Restricted) License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Asbestos License Application/Renewal Operations and Maintenance Contractor (Restricted) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $268 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Asbestos License Application/Renewal Operations and Maintenance Contractor (Restricted) |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $268 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Electrical Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Insurance Requirements: |
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| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Electrical or Electrical Sign Contractor License Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $110 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $115 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas Electrical Sign Contractor License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Electrical or Electrical Sign Contractor License Application |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $110 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $110 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Texas General Contractor License
Not required
General Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Texas.
There is no state level license for general contractor firms in Texas, however, industrialized housing and building contractors are required to register with the department of licensing and regulation.
Registration Not Required
Not required
Texas Plumbing Contractor License
Not required
Plumbing Contractor Company licensure is not required on the State level in Texas.
There is no state level license for plumbing firms in Texas, however, individual and local licensing requirements may apply.
Registration Not Required
Not required
Local Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Dallas Electrical Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $160 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $160 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Dallas Electrical Sign Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $160 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $160 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Dallas Fire Alarm Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Dallas Fire Sprinkler Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Dallas General Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Dallas Irrigation Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Dallas Mechanical Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Dallas Plumbing Contractor License
| More Information: | http://dallascityhall.com/departments/sustainabledevelopment/Pages/FormsDept.aspx |
| Agency: | City of Dallas Building Inspection Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Plumbing Contractor and Medical Gas Registration Application |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Plumbing Contractor and Medical Gas Registration Application (Renewal) |
| Filing Method: | Mail or online. |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Biennially |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Fort Worth Commercial Building Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Concrete Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Electrical Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Fort Worth Fence Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Masonry Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Mechanical Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Fort Worth Plumbing Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $120 |
| Due: | Annually |
| Fact Checked: | 12/4/18 |
Fort Worth Pool/Spa Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Residential Building Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Roofing Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Sign Erector Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Steel Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Fort Worth Wrecking Contractor Registration
| More Information: | http://fortworthtexas.gov/planninganddevelopment/permits/contractor-registration/ |
| Agency: | City of Fort Worth Planning and Development Department (TX) |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
San Antonio Electrical Contractor License Registration
Not required
Electrical Contracting Company licensure is not required on the City level in San Antonio.
The city no longer issues electrical contractor licenses.
More information: City of San Antonio Development Services (TX)Registration Not Required
Not required
San Antonio Mechanical Contractor License Registration
Not required
Mechanical/HVAC Contractor Company licensure is not required on the City level in San Antonio.
The city no longer issues mechanical contractor licenses.
More information: City of San Antonio Development Services (TX)Registration Not Required
Not required
Individual Licenses
Texas Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Registration
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractors Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Texas Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Registration |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Apprentice Electrician License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Abatement Supervisor License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $650 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $650 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Abatement Worker License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $67 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $67 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Air Monitor Technician License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $113 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $113 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Individual Consultant License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $650 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $650 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Individual Management Planner License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Asbestos Individual Management Planner License Application/Renewal |
| Agency Fee: | $265 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Asbestos Individual Management Planner License Application/Renewal |
| Agency Fee: | $265 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Supervisor (Restricted) License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Supervisor (Restricted) License Application/Renewal |
| Agency Fee: | $230 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | Asbestos Operations and Maintenance Supervisor (Restricted) License Application/RenewalRenewal |
| Agency Fee: | $230 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Asbestos Project Manager License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas Department of State Health Services - Asbestos Program |
| Fact Checked: | 6/22/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $325 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $325 |
| Due: | Biennially by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Journeyman Electrician License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Journeyman Lineman License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Journeyman Plumber License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 exam fee + $40 initial license fee |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $40 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Journeyman Sign Electrician License
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
Initial Registration
| Form: | Form ELC015: Journeyman Sign Electrician License Application |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Maintenance Electrician License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Master Electrician License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Due: | 18 months from date of registration or prior renewal. |
| Original Ink: | Not required |
| Penalties: | Late (1-90 days): additional $22.50. Very Late (91 days - 18 months): additional $45. |
| Fact Checked: | 2/18/19 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Master Plumber License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $175 exam fee + $75 initial license fee |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Master Sign Electrician License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $45 |
| Due: | Annually by December 31. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Plumbing Inspector License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $55 exam fee + $55 initial license fee |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $55 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Residential Appliance Installer License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $30 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Residential Wireman License
| More Information: | https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/electricians/elecforms.htm#elecforms |
| Agency: | Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Electricians Program |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $20 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Texas Tradesman Plumber Limited License
| More Information: | |
| Agency: | Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners |
| Fact Checked: | 4/20/18 |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $36 exam fee + $35 initial license fee |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $35 |
| Due: | Annually by the date of issuance. |
| Fact Checked: | 1/30/20 |
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