Do you need a license to do electrical work in Texas?
Yes. In Texas, a person or business may not perform or offer to perform electrical work or residential appliance installation without an appropriate license issued or recognized under the Texas Electrical Safety and Licensing Act. Licenses are issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This is Tex. Occ. Code §§ 1305.001, 1305.002, 1305.151.
| What | Texas |
|---|---|
| Electrician license | State electrical license (TDLR) |
Source
Tex. Occ. Code §§ 1305.001, 1305.002, 1305.151
Read the statute in the Texas Statutes (Texas Legislature): statutes.capitol.texas.gov.
Checked against the statute on November 13, 2026.
This is a summary of a published statute, not legal advice. Rules change, local ordinances can add to them, and the terms of a specific lease may differ. Check the citation and speak to a lawyer before acting.
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