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Texas Contractor License & Permit Hub
Texas does not have a statewide general contractor license for ordinary residential building and remodeling. Instead, homeowners need a split-screen approach: use the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for state-regulated trades, then verify city-specific contractor requirements because Dallas, Houston, Austin, and other jurisdictions can differ sharply from one another.
Texas does not have a statewide general contractor license for ordinary residential building and remodeling. Instead, homeowners need a split-screen approach: use the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for state-regulated trades, then verify city-specific contractor requirements because Dallas, Houston, Austin, and other jurisdictions can differ sharply from one another.
License Summary
Texas licensing at a glance
Texas is highly decentralized for general contractors. There is no universal state GC card to check for a kitchen remodel or room addition, but important trades such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work are regulated at the state level through TDLR or related boards. Cities may also require registration or local approval for contractors, and those local rules vary dramatically. Homeowners should verify the trade licenses first, then confirm local general-contractor and permit requirements for the property's city or county.
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Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation is the official source for contractor licensing information in Texas. Verify any contractor's license before hiring. Jaspector is not affiliated with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This page provides informational guidance only. Jaspector is not a licensed contractor.
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Next step
Use the official Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation lookup before you hire.
Confirm the contractor's credential directly with the official state source before signing a contract or releasing payment.
Verify a Texas Contractor