Do You Need a Permit to Remodel Your Home in Texas?

One of the most common questions we hear is whether a remodel needs a permit. The honest answer is that it depends on the work and your city, but here is a simple guide for homeowners across Collin County and North Dallas.

Usually no permit needed

Cosmetic updates typically do not require a permit, such as:

• Painting, inside or out.
• Installing flooring.
• Replacing cabinets or countertops in the same layout.
• Swapping fixtures without moving plumbing.

Usually a permit is needed

Permits generally come into play when the work is structural or changes major systems, such as:

• Removing a load-bearing wall.
• Moving or adding plumbing or electrical.
• Additions or changing the footprint.

It varies by city

Each city, from McKinney and Plano to Allen, Frisco and Prosper, sets its own rules. The good news is you do not have to figure it out alone.

We handle the permits

When your project needs a permit, we take care of pulling it and scheduling any inspections, so the work is done right and to code. That protects your home and your resale value.

Have a project in mind? Schedule a free in-home visit and we will tell you exactly what it involves, permits and all.