Texas has made a major move to protect homeowners from unsafe plumbing practices — and we are 100% here for it.
Starting January 1, 2026, any company that employs or subcontracts unregistered individuals to perform plumbing work will face a $4,000 fine per violation — with no reduction allowed.
This comes directly from the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners (TSBPE), whose mission is clear:
> To protect the health and safety of Texans by ensuring that plumbing systems deliver clean water and safely remove waste, without contamination.
What Are They Cracking Down On?
❌ Handymen connecting gas lines
❌ Unlicensed installers working on water heaters
❌ Workers performing plumbing without supervision or credentials
These shortcuts can result in: ⚠ Gas leaks
⚠ Sewer contamination
⚠ Unsafe drinking water
⚠ Fire hazards
⚠ Major property damage
Plumbing is a regulated trade because improperly completed work affects your health and your home.
What Homeowners Should Know
✔ Always confirm your plumber’s license
✔ Ask who will be performing the work — not just who owns the company
✔ If the price seems “too good to be true,” it probably is
✔ You are liable for repairs — not the handyman who disappears when something goes wrong
Why Bear’s Plumbing Matters
Every technician who performs plumbing work under our name is: 🔹 Licensed or properly registered
🔹 Supervised by a Responsible Master Plumber
🔹 Trained to protect your home and safety
🔹 Held to state regulatory standards
We support this ruling because Texans deserve safe plumbing work — every time.
If you have questions or need licensed service you can trust, we’re always here: 📞 281-350-2327
🌐 www.bearsplumbing.net
Honest work. Licensed professionals. Your safety first.
That’s the Bear’s Plumbing way. 🐻🔧
