How often do I need to renew my HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical) in Louisiana?

The HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical) in Louisiana must be renewed every 12 months.

How much does it cost to renew a HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical) in Louisiana?

The renewal cost for a HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical) in Louisiana is $100.00.

What happens if my HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical) expires in Louisiana?

Performing HVAC work without a valid Louisiana license is a criminal offense. Penalties include fines up to $500 and/or imprisonment up to 6 months for first offenses.

Louisiana renewal guide

HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical)

If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.

Start here

What matters before you file.

Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.

Issuing authority

Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)

Renewal period

Every 12 months

Renewal fee

$100.00

Late penalty

$125.00

Bond requirement

No

Insurance requirement

Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation

Before you renew

Get the filing straight.

1
Check the insurance certificates

Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
2
File with the board

File through Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) and pay the $100.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
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3
Leave room for processing

Typical processing time is 60 days, so do not wait until the last minute.

If you miss the deadline, the late penalty is $125.00, with a 30-day grace period.

Detailed notes

The fine print is here.

Louisiana HVAC Contractor License (Mechanical)

The LSLBC licenses HVAC contractors under the mechanical classification for projects valued at $50,000 or more. Louisiana's hot, humid climate makes HVAC one of the most critical and in-demand trades in the state.

Requirements

Experience: Minimum 4 years of HVAC/mechanical experience
Examination: Must pass the LSLBC mechanical trade exam and business law exam
Financial Statement: CPA-prepared financial statement required
Insurance: General liability and workers' compensation required
EPA Certification: Section 608 certification required for refrigerant handling
Application Fee: ~$340 for a single classification (fees vary by number of classifications)

Continuing Education

No continuing education required for commercial HVAC contractors. Residential contractors must complete 6 hours per year.

Renewal Information

Renewal Period: Annual
Renewal Fee: $250
Late Penalty: $125 within 30-day grace period

Renewal Fee: $100

Scope of Work

Covers installation, maintenance, and repair of HVAC systems, refrigeration equipment, and mechanical systems on projects valued at $50,000 or more.

*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Louisiana LSLBC.*

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