Texas TDLR Contractor Bond 2026: Everything Licensed Tradespeople Need to Know
TDLR requires a $10,000 surety bond for most contractor license types. It costs $100–$300/year. You get it from a licensed surety agency, file the certificate with TDLR, and you're done.
TDLR Trades Requiring a Bond in 2026
- Electrician / Electrical Contractor — $10,000
- HVAC / AC Technician (TACLA) — $10,000
- Irrigator — $10,000
- Boiler Inspector — $10,000
- Elevator Mechanic — $10,000