When do you need to hire a licensed contractor in Texas?

Only certain types of specialty contractors (e.g. HVAC, electrical) need to be licensed in Texas. There are no licensing requirements when it comes to hiring for a construction or major remodeling project.

How important is contractor licensing in Texas?

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates HVAC and electrical contractors. You should verify their license status on the TDLR Website before hiring. General contractors and home builders are not licensed so you should do additional research before hiring one.

Your liability risk when hiring a licensed contractor in Texas

Although it isn't a regulatory requirement, you can ask your general contractor to provide evidence of workers' compensation and general liability insurance prior to hiring them.

Financial recourse when hiring a contractor in Texas

The Texas Department of Licensing Regulation does not require general contractors to carry a surety bond nor is there a state recovery fund.

What else should I know before hiring a contractor in Texas?

There is no financial or criminal background check performed on general contractors by the TDLR. The State's Department of Public Safety does maintain a publicly accessible database so you can run your own background check prior to hiring.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

Why you should hire through BuildZoom

The information on BuildZoom is made available as a public service and should not be considered advertising. We collect client feedback and verify contractors' permitted history with dozens of local building departments in Texas, which saves you time and helps minimize your risk when hiring.

You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

The Texas Attorney General's office recommends getting several bids before hiring a contractor. Do not automatically accept the lowest bid - an abnormally low bid may indicate the contractor made a mistake and is not including the same work quoted by their competitors. We've made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free).

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the Porter Co Mechanical Contractors

BZ SCORE: 102

3.0 New constructions

13.0 Mechanical projects

Notable project: (New. 4909 Fm 2222 Rd, Austin, TX, 78731). New construction of a skyspace comprised of cip concrete. unconditioned entry w covered porch and entry way. mechanical room and lounge. conditioned circular room w benches lining perimeter. room covered by retractable dome w circular opening for sky viewing. exterior benches in front of dome

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greg's Heating and Air

BZ SCORE: 98

4.0 Home additions

23.0 Mechanical projects

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City Wide Service

BZ SCORE: 98

5.0 Home additions

9.0 Mechanical projects

Notable project: (Remodel. 5004 Buckskin Pass, Austin, TX, 78745). Partial demolish to enlarge some windows remove chimny and patch with new roof. interior remodel; refinish all walls & cabinets new appliances kitchen & bathroomrm remodel & reconfigure. 25% of walls moved & 20% removed to open to livingrm. exterior; windows to be replaced 4 new windows to south elevation roof pich at rear of... (more)

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AIR ZONE HEATING AND A/C

BZ SCORE: 97

8.0 Hvac projects

8.0 Mechanical projects

Notable project: (Mechanical permit - remodel. 7409 Ladybug St, Austin, TX, 78744). Mechanical permit - remodel - minimum standards repair interior remodel, insulation and sheet rock change out hvac and gas test , install siding to existing residence only. - r- 435 renovations/remodel

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Sterling Installations

BZ SCORE: 90

(2 reviews)

Notable project: (Building permit - addition. 1604 Exposition Blvd, Austin, TX, 78703). Building permit - addition - remodel electrical plumbing int finish out kitchen & bathroom - r- 434 addition & alterations

CKH

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Cool Kings Heating & Air

ALERT

(1 review)

Cool Kings Heating & Air Conditioning is a family-owned heating and air conditioning repair service in Buda, TX, serving the greater Austin area. We offer prompt and professional residential HVAC services on all AC unit manufacturers and models. Our services include unit sales, AC repair, AC installation, furnace & heat pump repair, furnace & heat pump installation, and affordable seasonal... (more)

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PMC

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Phoenix Mechanical Corp

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Notable project: (Mechanical permit application. 15900 La Cantera Pkwy, R4, San Antonio, TX, 78256). Shell finishout. new resturant with air conditioning heating and ventilation.**as per dean bernard, no fume hood needed changed to type 1 for 4 and tpye 2 for 1 same fee $6.25 each 7/26/11, mmg******* 5 roof top units gas o.r

*No active license on file. If you are Phoenix Mechanical Corp, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

AAK

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Austin Air King LLC

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Notable project: (Garage sale permit. 3719 Mill Meadow Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78247). I am seeking a garage sale permit for 3719 mill meadow dr san antonio tx 78247

*No active license on file. If you are Austin Air King LLC, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

MAC

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Manning Air Conditioning Heating and

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Notable project: (Mechanical permit - remodel. 2303 Shiloh Dr, Austin, TX, 78745). Mechanical permit - remodel - partial demolish to remove entire roof down to the plates of original outside walls. remodel to replace any damage roof plates remove & replace all sheetrock and insulation repair/replace electrical wiring replace plumbing new hvac of existing 1 story sf residence due to fire damage... (more)

*No active license on file. If you are Manning Air Conditioning Heating and, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

ETA

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Extreme Texas Air LLC

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5.0 Hvac projects

5.0 Mechanical projects

*No active license on file. If you are Extreme Texas Air LLC, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

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Airflow Technologies

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*No active license on file. If you are Airflow Technologies, click “This is My Business” to update your information.

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HMJ

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Hamilton, Michael J

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Notable project: (Building permit - remodel. 3004 Windsor Rd, Unit 2, Austin, TX, 78703). Building permit - remodel - replace/repair components of an existing wood deck. - r- 435 renovations/remodel

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Michael Boswell

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