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Handyman Business Permit Requirements in El Paso, TX

Complete permit and license guide for starting a handyman business in El Paso, El Paso County, Texas.

Verified 2026-08-27 4 stops $75–$300 est. 1–3 weeks
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Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Key agencies and fees on this page were re-checked against official government sources on .

Federal — start here

1 stop

  1. EIN (Employer Identification Number)

    Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC/corporation. Free from the IRS.

    Official government source for EIN (Employer Identification Number) (opens in a new tab)

    FreeImmediate (online application)

State of Texas

1 stop

  1. Texas — No State Handyman License Required

    Texas does not require a general handyman or contractor license for most repair and maintenance work. Trade-specific work (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) requires the appropriate TDLR or state board license.

    Official government source for Texas — No State Handyman License Required (opens in a new tab)

    N/AN/A

City of El Paso / El Paso County

2 stops

  1. El Paso Development Services — Contractor Registration

    Contractors pulling building permits in El Paso must register annually with the Planning and Inspections Department (One Stop Shop, 811 Texas Ave., El Paso, TX 79901, (915) 212-0104; osshelp@elpasotexas.gov) under City Code sec. 18.02.104.5. General contractors must file a $50,000 blanket construction bond and evidence of $100,000 general liability insurance naming the city. A handyman performing only minor repairs that require no permit does not need contractor registration.

    Official government source for El Paso Development Services — Contractor Registration (opens in a new tab)

    Confirm current registration fee with the One Stop Shop1–2 weeks

  2. El Paso County Assumed Name Certificate (DBA)

    Required if operating under a business name other than your legal personal name. Filed with the El Paso County Clerk.

    Official government source for El Paso County Assumed Name Certificate (DBA) (opens in a new tab)

    $28 (plus $0.50 per additional owner)Same day to 1 week

Terminus

Open for business — est. $75–$300 · 1–3 weeks

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