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Search TDLR-regulated licenses Covers: TDLR-regulated trades; not a statewide general contractor registry.Texas · Construction & specialty trades
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- Texas does not require a statewide general contractor license. Trade licenses and local registration can still apply; Austin, for example, requires contractor registration. [source]
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A public search may be enough for a status check. Another board or employer may require a verification sent directly by the issuer.
Check verification instructions Confirm the recipient’s required format and any fee.Renew your license
Confirm your due date, complete the required education, and submit to the licensing authority.
Renew a License Covers: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.Renewal at a glance
| Credential | Construction & specialty trades |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | Confirm the cycle and expiration date for your specific license with the board. |
| Renewal fee | A current fee has not been confirmed in this guide. Check the board’s fee schedule before paying. |
| Renewal application | Renew a License |
Fees can differ for active, inactive, late, and reinstatement applications. Your official license record controls your deadline.
Official sources & licensing authorities
Regulation can depend on trade, project size, and city or county. A business registration is not proof of a contractor license.
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Texas Department of Licensing and RegulationAuthority listed in Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation | National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies.
Source review dates · 4 sources
Dates show when we retrieved the source pages. They do not certify a person’s license, guarantee a portal is online, or establish that every renewal rule was reviewed.
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation | National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Search / Verify Licenses or Projects Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation - Texas.gov Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
- Contractor Registration | Austin Development Services | AustinTexas.gov Retrieved Oct 13, 2026
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