In Texas, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) regulates elevators/escalators for safety under Health & Safety Code Chapter 754 and 16 TAC Chapter 74. Proper TDLR elevator renewal and compliance prevents fines and downtime.
Contractor Registration Renewal
Renew every 12 months from issuance date.
Submit application, fee, liability insurance proof.
Responsible Party needs 8 hours TDLR-approved continuing education (CE) per cycle (Texas codes, ASME A17.1, etc.).
No work allowed on expired registration. Late renewals possible with fees (up to 18 months standard; longer needs special request).
Inspector Registration
Renew annually; may require approved seminars or CE.
Annual Inspections & Certificate of Compliance
Owners must arrange annual inspection by Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI).
Submit report + fees to TDLR within 60 days (late fees apply after).
Get 1-year Certificate of Compliance.
How Texas QEI, LLC Helps
We provide TDLR-compliant QEI inspections, reports, and submission help to keep you current.
Contact us for your next inspection or compliance support.
Resources:
TDLR Elevators: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/
FAQ: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/elefaq.htm
Forms: https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/elevator/eleforms.htm
Updated January 2026 – Verify latest on tdlr.texas.gov.