Verify a Contractor's License in Texas

Search the official Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) records to confirm any Texas contractor is properly licensed before signing a contract. Free public lookup, updated weekly.

About Texas Contractor Licensing

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates contractor licensing in Texas. No statewide GC license; trade licenses managed by TDLR.

Population served: 30M residents.

Licensing authority: Local municipalities (general); state (HVAC, electrical, plumbing).

General contractor license required: No.

Official board website: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/

Notable Trades Licensed in Texas

How to Verify a Texas Contractor

  1. Ask the contractor for their full legal name and license number.
  2. Search the ProLicenseCheck database above, or visit the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) directly.
  3. Confirm the license is currently active, not expired or suspended.
  4. Check whether the license type matches the work being performed.
  5. Verify the address and contact information on file matches what the contractor provided.

Why License Verification Matters

Hiring an unlicensed contractor in Texas can leave you legally and financially exposed. Unlicensed work often voids homeowner insurance claims, can prevent property sales, and leaves you with no recourse if the work is defective.

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