Local businesses in Tyler

Tyler had 105,995 residents in the 2020 Census. Its building, pool, roof, electrical and plumbing permits go through the city's eTRAKiT portal, and larger projects move on to ProjectDox for plan review.

The online account comes from the city's Master Registration Form, which an applicant files first. Ask the permit office whether your trade must also register with the city; the state license applies either way: TDLR for HVAC and electrical work, the plumbing board for plumbers. Ask the contractor whose name will be on the permit and request the permit number before work starts.

Tyler storm and heat planning

Tyler and Smith County publish a joint 2026 Severe Weather Response Plan and a 2026 Heat Response Plan, the second of which lists cooling locations. FEMA has approved the 2026 Smith County Hazard Mitigation Plan, and residents can sign up for the Rave mass notification system offered with the East Texas Council of Governments. Sign up before storm season, and keep a roofer's and a tree crew's numbers on hand.

• Water. The City of Tyler supplies it, 96% from surface water in Lake Tyler, Lake Tyler East and Lake Palestine. Ask the city utility whether any watering restrictions apply before booking pool fills or pressure washing.
• Power. Check a recent bill, or ask the seller or landlord, which company delivers power to your address and whether you can pick a retail plan.
• Bulky items. Homes with city curbside service get two free bulky-item pickups per calendar year, booked online. Piles over 8 cubic yards cost extra, which matters on move-out day.
• Appraisal. The Smith County Appraisal District (SCAD) values Tyler property. Its protest page says to protest in writing within 30 days of the date on your Notice of Appraised Value, but check the deadline printed on your notice. You can ask for an informal review in person first.

SCAD's Taxpayer Liaison Officer, at (903) 510-8600, can explain the protest steps. Smith County government sits at 200 E Ferguson Street.

Tyler home services

• HVAC contractors for long cooling seasons
• Plumbers and the city plumbing permit
• Electricians and eTRAKiT electrical permits
• Pest control for fire ants, termites and scorpions
• House cleaning and movers for a move in or out

Tyler outdoor and exterior work

• Roofers after hail and wind
• Tree service, including oak pruning timing
• Pressure washing and pool service

Tyler professional services

• Attorneys before the Smith County district courts
• Dentists
• Real estate agents and the SCAD protest calendar
• Gyms and membership contracts

Tyler is part of our East Texas region. For a second set of quotes, compare businesses in nearby Longview.