How to check an HVAC contractor's TDLR license
In Texas, HVAC contractors must hold an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ACR) contractor license from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Check it free at tdlr.texas.gov/verify.htm: search by license number, business or name, and confirm the license is active and matches the company quoting you.
What to check
- Status is active, not expired or revoked.
- The name matches the company or person on your quote.
- License class: ACR contractor licenses are Class A or Class B; Class B covers smaller systems. Ask the contractor which applies to your job.
- Texas ACR contractors are expected to show their license number on contracts and advertising, so ask for it if it's missing.
Red flags
- No license number on the quote or truck.
- Pressure to pay in full upfront, in cash.
- Door-to-door offers right after storms.
- Unwilling to pull a permit.
Learn more on the TDLR ACR program page.
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Questions
Do HVAC contractors need a license in Texas?
Yes. Contracting for air conditioning and refrigeration work in Texas requires a TDLR ACR contractor license.
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