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Louisiana Residential Contractor

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    Steps to Obtain Your Louisiana Residential Building Contractors License

    Step 1
    Submit Your Application

    Apply to the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). Forms and instructions: LSLBC Website.

    Submit Application
    Step 2
    Register for Required Exams

    After LSLBC approval, schedule your exams (Louisiana Residential Building and Business & Law) with PSI: Candidate Bulletin.

    Register
    Step 3
    Purchase Your Exam References

    Purchase your complete Louisiana Residential Building Contractor Exam Study Package with Course and Books. Purchase Course

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    Step 4
    Study for and Take the Exam

    Bring valid ID and only allowed references. Exams are computer-based at PSI. After passing, finalize licensing with LSLBC and submit required insurance and fees.

    Study and Take Exam

    Louisiana Residential Building Contractors State Requirements & Application

    • Louisiana requires a Residential Building Contractor license for residential projects valued at $75,000 or more.
    • Applicants must pass both the Residential Building Contractor trade exam and the Business & Law exam.
    • Provide proof of general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and submit any required financial/experience documents to LSLBC.
    • Applications are reviewed by LSLBC; upon approval, candidates may schedule testing with PSI.
    Board Contact Information:
    Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
    2525 Quail Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Phone:(225) 765-2301
    Website: lslbc.louisiana.gov

    Louisiana Residential Building Contractors Test Information

    Administered by: PSI (computer-based, open-book when allowed). Exam details below are from the official PSI Candidate Information Bulletin.

    Exam Information Details
    Number of Questions80
    Minimum Passing Score56 (70%)
    Time Allowed180 Minutes
    Content Outline
    Content Area # of Items
    Site Work, Footings and Foundations13
    Concrete and Concrete Reinforcement9
    Masonry5
    Carpentry15
    Associated Trades and Drywall6
    Roofing7
    Estimating, Plan Reading and General Code Requirements18
    OSHA Safety7

    Louisiana Residential Building Contractors Reciprocity

    The LSLBC offers reciprocity for applicants who have already passed an equivalent contractor licensing exam in another state. If an applicant holds a classification that required an exam elsewhere — and that exam was passed without waivers, exemptions, or grandfathering — the LSLBC may accept that exam for reciprocity. The exam will be accepted for a comparable Louisiana classification determined by the Board. All other licensing requirements still apply, including documentation reviews and the investigation of any current or prior violations.