Louisiana Construction Licensing
Licenses are typically required for individuals and businesses that provide construction industry services. This guide contains information about construction industry licensing in Louisiana.
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Company Licenses
Louisiana Construction and Contracting Company Licenses
Louisiana Asbestos Contractor/Supervisor Accreditation
| More Information: | http://deq.louisiana.gov/page/asbestos-accreditation-and-notification-forms |
| Agency: | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $291 for normal processing or $436 for expedited filing. |
Registration Renewal
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| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291 for normal processing or $436 for expedited filing. |
| Due: | Annually |
Louisiana Commercial Contractor License
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | Varies by license classifications, domicile, and number of qualifying parties. See fee schedule for help determining fees. |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule for help determining fees. |
| Due: | Expires after one year, then you may renew for either 1, 2, or 3 years at a time. |
Louisiana Home Improvement Contractor Registration
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| Agency: | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
| Insurance Requirements: | Proof of $100,000 of liability insurance is required. |
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | $75 |
| Due: | Expires after one year, then you may renew for either 1, 2, or 3 years at a time. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - DOT Hydrostatic Testing
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fire Alarm
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fire Alarm (Non Required)
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fire Alarm (Owner)
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fire Extinguishers & Hoses
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $150 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fire Sprinkler
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $500 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $250 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Fixed Fire Suppression
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Kitchen Suppression
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $50 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Life Safety and Property Protection Firm License - Pre-Engineered
Initial Registration
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| Agency Fee: | $350 |
Registration Renewal
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| Agency Fee: | $100 |
| Due: | Annually by the 1st day of the expiration month. |
Louisiana Mold Remediation Contractor License
| More Information: | http://www.lslbc.louisiana.gov/license-types-and-information/ |
| Agency: | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
| Financial Requirements: | Applicants must demonstrate a net worth of at least $10,000 if they plan to perform projects in the amount of $50,000 or more. |
| Insurance Requirements: | Proof of $50,000 of liability insurance is required. |
| Notes: | A financial statement including the last 12 months of financials must be submitted with the application. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | Varies by license classifications, domicile, and number of qualifying parties. See fee schedule for help determining fees. |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Due: | Expires after one year, then you may renew for either 1, 2, or 3 years at a time. |
Louisiana Residential Contractor License
| More Information: | http://www.lslbc.louisiana.gov/license-types-and-information/ |
| Agency: | Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors |
| Foreign Qualification is Prerequisite: | Yes |
| Financial Requirements: | Applicants must demonstrate a net worth of at least $10,000 if they plan to perform projects in the amount of $50,000 or more. |
| Insurance Requirements: | Proof of $100,000 of liability insurance is required. |
| Notes: | A financial statement including the last 12 months of financials must be submitted with the application. |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | Varies by license classifications, domicile, and number of qualifying parties. See fee schedule for help determining fees. |
| Notarize: | Required |
Registration Renewal
| Filing Method: | |
| Agency Fee: | See fee schedule for help determining fees. |
| Due: | Expires after one year, then you may renew for either 1, 2, or 3 years at a time. |
Individual Licenses
Louisiana Individual Construction and Contracting Licenses
Louisiana Asbestos Inspector Accreditation
| More Information: | http://deq.louisiana.gov/page/asbestos-accreditation-and-notification-forms |
| Agency: | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. Also must submit copy of high school diploma or highest level of education received, the minimum being a GED. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Due: | Annually from date of initial licensure. |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. |
Louisiana Asbestos Management Planner Accreditation
| More Information: | http://deq.louisiana.gov/page/asbestos-accreditation-and-notification-forms |
| Agency: | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. Must also provide proof as Registered Architect, Engineer, CIH, or related scientific field. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Due: | Annually from date of initial licensure. |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. |
Louisiana Asbestos Project Designer Accreditation
| More Information: | http://deq.louisiana.gov/page/asbestos-accreditation-and-notification-forms |
| Agency: | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants.Must also provide proof as Registered Architect, Engineer, CIH, or related scientific field. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $291; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $436 |
| Due: | Annually from date of initial licensure. |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. |
Louisiana Asbestos Worker Accreditation
| More Information: | http://deq.louisiana.gov/page/asbestos-accreditation-and-notification-forms |
| Agency: | Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality |
Initial Registration
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $73; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $109 |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. |
Registration Renewal
| Form: | |
| Agency Fee: | $73; Emergency (processed in 5 days): $109 |
| Due: | Annually from date of initial licensure. |
| Notes: | Attach copy of initial and all refreshers for first time applicants. |
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Associated General Contractors of America
Professional association providing advocacy and organization for construction firms and workers.
National Association of Home Builders
National association for the promotion of the housing industry.
National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies
National organization that represents and promotes the interests of state level contractor licensing agencies.
