Name: Texas Residential Wireman
Brand: American Contractors Exam Services
SKU: c1397

Required Books

Effective October 1, 2023 the exams will be based on the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code.

The reference listed below is permitted to be taken into the examination. This reference may be highlighted and tabbed (with approved NFPA NEC permanent tabs). Contact us for more information at 1-800-992-1910.

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2026 National Electrical Code for Texas, softcover Highlighted with NFPA tabs

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Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

Every state licensing board defines the exact project types, sizes, and trades that fall under each contractor classification. Review the scope below to make sure this license matches the work you actually do — then enroll in the seminar that prepares you for that exam the first time.

A Residential Wireman works under the general supervision of a Master Electrician, on behalf of an electrical contractor or employing government entity to perform electrical work that is limited to electrical installations in single-family or multi-family dwellings not exceeding four stories.

License Requirements

There are no state minimum financial requirements at this time.

Applicants with any criminal offense conviction (felony or misdemeanor) must complete a criminal history questionnaire.

Applicants must obtain pre-approval from the state licensing board before testing.

QUALIFICATIONS: 4,000 hours of on-the-job training under the supervision of a master electrician or residential wireman;
Passing score on the residential wireman examination

Reciprocity

Texas has no reciprocal agreement for this license.

Continuing Education

The Texas Department of Licensing requires completion of 4 hours of approved continuing education during the term of the current license.

The required hours must cover the National Electrical Code and Texas state electrician laws and rules. For late renewal, the continuing education courses must have been completed within the 1 year period immediately prior to the date of renewal.

The Exam

The exam is administered by PSI. It is an open-book timed test with 80 questions and a 4-hour time limit. A score of at least 75% is required to pass the exam. The exam fee is $63.

Topics covered on the exam are Electrical Services, Service Equipment, Separately Derived Systems, Definitions, Calculations, Theory and Plans, Electrical Feeders, Branch Circuits, Calculations and Conductors, Electrical Wiring Methods, and Electrical Materials, Electrical Equipment and Devices, Motors and Generators, Electrical Control Devices, Disconnecting Means, and Special Occupancies, Equipment and Conditions

Effective October 1, 2023 the exams will be based on the 2023 edition of the National Electrical Code.

How We Help You Prepare

American Contractors offers a seminar to prepare you for the Texas Journeyman & Master Electrician license exam. This semiar will greatly improve your chances of passing the Texam Residential Wireman exam. Please contact us for additional information, 800-992-1910.

To apply, contact the Texas Department of Licensing at 512-463-6599. The license application and renewal fee is $25. Applications are processed in the order in which they are received. The wait time is typically no more than 2-3 weeks. The term of the license is one year.

Important Contacts

Air conditioning, Electricians, Water well drillers, Pump installers & Refrigeration applications & license information may be obtained from:

Department of Licensing & Regulation
Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Licensing Section
PO Box 12157
Austin, TX 78711
(512)463-6599
(800) 803-9202 (in Texas only)

http://www.license.state.tx.us/

Plumbing License information and applications may be obtained from:

Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
PO Box 4200
Austin, TX 78765
(800) 845-6584 (Phone)
(512) 450-0637 (Fax)

www.tsbpl.state.tx.us

Department of Licensing & Regulation
Electrical Licensing Section
PO Box 13489
Austin, TX 78711
(512) 463-6599
(800) 803-9202 (in Texas only)

http://www.license.state.tx.us/

To register for HVAC and Electrical Exams, the testing company is PSI.

PSI Licensure : Certification
3210 E. Tropicana
Las Vegas, NV 89121
(800) 733-9267
(702) 932-2666 Fax

www.psiexams.com

www.psiexams.com

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Texas Residential Wireman

What Is Included in Your Seminar

Required Books

2026 National Electrical Code for Texas, softcover Highlighted with NFPA tabs

Additional Services

Texas Application Processing

Confirm This Is the Right License for Your Work

License Requirements

Reciprocity

Continuing Education

The Exam

How We Help You Prepare

Important Contacts

Full Seminar Schedule

No public class dates are currently imported for this seminar.

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