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Contractor licenses in Texas

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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 12 months ·$65.00 ·8 CE hours

Electrical License (Master Electrician)

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 12 months ·$45.00 ·4 CE hours

Plumbing License (Master Plumber)

Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE)

Every 12 months ·$75.00 ·6 CE hours

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Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Contractor License

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 12 months ·$65.00 ·8 CE hours ·Insurance required

Asbestos Abatement Contractor License

Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)

Every 24 months ·$1,070.00 ·Continuing education ·Insurance required

Electrical License (Master Electrician)

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 12 months ·$45.00 ·4 CE hours

Elevator License

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 12 months ·$115.00 ·8 CE hours ·Insurance required

Fire Alarm License

Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)

Every 24 months ·$200.00 ·12 CE hours ·Insurance required

Fire Sprinkler License

Texas State Fire Marshal's Office (SFMO)

Every 24 months ·$350.00 ·8 CE hours ·Insurance required

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