The Louisiana Licensing Board for Contractors is an agency in Louisiana that is here to protect the general public from incompetent and fraudulent acts of a contractor while promoting the integrity of the construction industry. Check to see if you contractor holds the appropriate licensing for the job they are quoting at lacontractor.org
Residential License – What does this license cover?
- The construction of a building or structure, to be used as a residence, with no more than four incorporated or attached dwelling units, where the cost of labor and materials will exceed $75,000
- Home Improvement Projects
- A licensed Residential Construction contractor may bid on or contract to build or repair residential swimming pools but must use a subcontractor holding a license with the Residential Swimming Pools classification if they do not hold this classification. This is required for residential swimming pools projects where the cost of labor and materials exceeds $7,500.
What are the requirements for licensure?
The Contractor must:
- Complete the Residential Application. Additional information/documents may be requested within the application. See link below to download application.
- Provide a financial statement affidavit showing a minimum of $10,000 net worth (must be current within 12 months of application).
- Pass the required examinations. After the application is submitted, the Qualifying Party will receive testing information. See link below for classification list and additional examination information.
- Must take Business & Law course
- Must take trade exam, if applicable
- After the application is submitted, provide proof of general liability insurance with a minimum amount of $100,000 and proof of workers’ compensation coverage. Insurance certificate(s) should be emailed directly from the insurance agent to insurance@lslbc.louisiana.gov.
- Be approved by the Board before issuance of the license.
Home Improvement Registration – What does this registration cover?
- Home Improvement projects with a value exceeding $7,500 but not in excess of $75,000 including labor and materials. This registration does NOT cover swimming pools.
What are the requirements to obtain a Home Improvement Registration?
The contractor must:
- Complete the Home Improvement Registration Application. Additional information/documents may be requested within the application. See link below to download application.
- Provide proof of general liability insurance with a minimum amount of $100,000 and proof of workers’ compensation coverage. Insurance certificate(s) should be emailed directly from the insurance agent to insurance@lslbc.louisiana.gov. See link below for specific insurance information.
- Be approved by the Board before issuance of the registration.
Commercial License – What does this license cover?
- Commercial projects with a value of $50,000 or more including labor and materials; general contractors must hire properly licensed subcontractors
- Subcontractor/Specialty Trades for commercial projects with a value of $50,000 or more including labor and materials
- Exceptions: Electrical/Mechanical/Plumbing require a commercial license with appropriate classification for projects exceeding $10,000 including labor and materials
- Asbestos, Hazardous Waste, Lead Based Paint Abatement/Removal, Underground Storage Tanks require a commercial license with appropriate classification for projects with a value of $1.00 or more including labor and materials.
What are the requirements for licensure?
The contractor must:
- Complete the Commercial Application. Additional information/documents may be requested within the application. See link below to download the application.
- Provide a financial statement affidavit showing a minimum of $10,000 net worth (must be current within 12 months of application).
- Pass the required examinations. After the application is submitted, the Qualifying Party will receive testing information. See link below for classification list and additional examination information.
- Must take Business & Law course
- Must take Trade exam if applicable
- Please Note: Certain classifications may require certifications from other agencies before obtaining a license with the board. See the Exam/Classification link below for additional information.
- Be approved by the Board before issuance of the license.