| Quick facts | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cost range | $40 to $130 per hour; $150 to $600 small jobs |
| Time | Same-day repairs in hours; larger installs can take days |
| Who's qualified | Texas-licensed electrician; contractors need licensed Master Electrician |
Lakeway, TX: what's different here
Lakeway sits in Travis County on the south shore of Lake Travis in the Texas Hill Country. Most housing is detached single-family homes, making up 78% of units. The area has a hot climate with an average summer high of 94°F, and caliche bedrock and expansive clay soils can affect trenching and grounding. Lakeway is about 21 miles and roughly 30 minutes by car from Austin.
What does a Texas electrician license require?
Texas requires anyone performing electrical work in the state to be licensed, with limited exemptions. A Journeyman Electrician needs 8,000 hours of on-the-job training and must pass the journeyman exam. A Master Electrician needs at least 12,000 hours of training and two years as a Journeyman.
What insurance should an electrical contractor carry?
Texas electrical contractors must carry at least $300,000 per occurrence and $600,000 aggregate liability insurance. They also need $300,000 aggregate coverage for products and completed operations. Ask for proof of this coverage before work begins.
Do Lakeway electrical jobs need a permit?
Lakeway requires contractors to register and validate licensing before requesting permit inspections. Typical residential electrical permits in Texas run about $75 to $300, with EV charger permits around $75 to $175. The licensed master electrical contractor must provide licenses and sign permits in person at the Building and Development Services Department.
How long do Texas electrician licenses last?
Texas electrician licenses are valid for one year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually. Check the license status before hiring. Electrical contractor applications carry a non-refundable $110 fee.
What to do next
- Ask the electrician for their Texas license number and verify it on the TDLR license search before work starts.
- Confirm the electrician is registered with the City of Lakeway and that the licensed master electrical contractor will sign permits.
- Request proof of $300,000 per occurrence and $600,000 aggregate liability insurance.
- Ask the quote to list the scope, hourly rate, call-out fee and whether a permit is included.
- Call (737) 367-2100 or email [email protected] for a free referral to a licensed, insured electrician.
Austin Volts is a free referral service: an independent contractor does the work and may pay us a referral fee. You never pay us anything.
