Texas · General Contractor

How to get a General Contractor license in Texas

Texas does not issue a statewide General Contractor license. Texas has NO statewide GC license — local/city level; varies by municipality.

Official source →

Now get operating

Finance your truck & equipment

General Contractors starting out finance the truck and tools rather than pay cash.

Financing options →

Form your LLC

Set up the entity before you pull your first permit.

Start your LLC →

Get insured

General liability to operate legally.

Insurance guide →

Every figure is sourced to the official state board and may change — confirm before acting. Information to help you launch, not legal advice.