Louisiana Contractor License Requirements
verifiedState-Level License RequiredLouisiana has separate thresholds for commercial ($50,000+) and residential ($75,000+) licensing. Specialty trades have separate boards.
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Board Name
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors
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Phone
(225) 765-2301
descriptionLicense Types
| Type | Threshold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Major (Commercial/Heavy) | $50,000+ | Commercial and heavy construction over $50,000 |
| Minor (Residential) | $75,000+ | Residential construction over $75,000 |
| Electrical | All work | Licensed through LA State Board of Electrical Examiners |
| Plumbing | All work | Licensed through LA State Plumbing Board |
| Mechanical/HVAC | All work | Licensed through LA State Board of HVACR |
checklistRequirements
- check_circlePass trade exam
- check_circleFinancial statement
- check_circleProof of insurance
- check_circleWorkers compensation
- check_circleSurety bond
paymentsFee Schedule
Application
$200
Annual Renewal
$200
Exam Fee
$100
event_repeatRenewal Period
Annual — December 31
shieldInsurance Minimums
General Liability
$100,000
Workers Compensation
Required
swap_horizReciprocity
- arrow_forwardNo reciprocity agreements
infoData sourced from state licensing board websites. Requirements change frequently — verify with your state board before applying. Last updated April 2026.