Louisiana Contractor License Verification
Instantly verify contractor licenses through the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) — including license type, status, expiration dates, and trade classifications. New Orleans city licenses searched simultaneously. No manual lookups.
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What the Louisiana LSLBC regulates
The Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) licenses and regulates contractors across the state. Louisiana requires a valid LSLBC license for all commercial construction projects valued over $50,000, and for residential contractors performing work on one- and two-family dwellings regardless of project value.
LSLBC issues Commercial License Certificates (CL) for commercial construction work, and Residential License Certificates (RL) for residential contracting and home improvement. Each license includes one or more trade classifications that define the scope of work the contractor is authorized to perform.
CredentialClear retrieves live data from the LSLBC public registry, including license number, status, classification, and expiration — alongside Google Reviews and city-level data from New Orleans.
State license plus city license — we check both.
The City of New Orleans separately licenses electrical and mechanical contractors through its OneStop permit portal. These city-issued licenses are independent of the LSLBC state license — a contractor may hold one without the other.
CredentialClear searches both the LSLBC state registry and the New Orleans OneStop platform simultaneously. Results from both sources appear in a single view, clearly labeled by agency, so you can see the full picture without switching tabs.
What each registry covers
Louisiana LSLBC
Commercial License Certificates (CL) and Residential License Certificates (RL) for contractors statewide. Includes trade classifications, status, and expiration dates.
City of New Orleans — OneStop
City-issued licenses for electrical and mechanical contractors operating in New Orleans. Required in addition to the state LSLBC license for work within city limits.
3,900+ LSLBC disciplinary records — checked automatically.
The LSLBC maintains a public record of contractor disciplinary actions, including hearings, allegations, and enforcement orders. CredentialClear cross-references every Louisiana search against these records automatically — no separate lookup required.
If a contractor name matches a disciplinary record, the result is flagged inline alongside their license status. You see the full picture before you make a hiring decision.
What gets cross-referenced
LSLBC Contractor Violations
Disciplinary actions, hearing outcomes, and enforcement orders against Louisiana-licensed contractors. Sourced from lslbc.gov and refreshed automatically every 24 hours.
More than the LSLBC search portal gives you.
The LSLBC confirms whether a license exists. CredentialClear tells you everything you need to verify a contractor's credentials before you hire.
Live LSLBC Data
Results pulled directly from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors — not a cached directory.
City of New Orleans
NOLA city-level electrical and mechanical licenses searched simultaneously from the OneStop portal.
Google Reviews
See ratings and review counts alongside license status — evaluate reputation and compliance in one place.
Violation Cross-Reference
Automatically checked against 3,900+ LSLBC disciplinary records — hearings, allegations, and enforcement actions.
License Monitoring
Flag Louisiana contractors for ongoing tracking. Get notified if their LSLBC license status changes or expires.
Louisiana contractor license questions
How do I verify a contractor license in Louisiana?
Louisiana contractor licenses are issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). All commercial and residential construction contractors must hold a valid LSLBC license before performing work. CredentialClear searches the LSLBC database directly in real time — no manual lookups required.
What types of contractors need an LSLBC license in Louisiana?
Louisiana requires licensing for commercial contractors (projects over $50,000), residential contractors, and a wide range of specialty trades including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mold remediation, and swimming pool contractors. The LSLBC issues Commercial License Certificates (CL) and Residential License Certificates (RL).
What is the difference between a Commercial and Residential license in Louisiana?
A Commercial License Certificate (CL) covers commercial construction projects. A Residential License Certificate (RL) covers residential construction and home improvement work. Some contractors hold both. CredentialClear displays the license type and trade classifications (e.g., Electrical, Building Construction) alongside license status and expiration.
Does New Orleans require its own contractor license?
Yes. The City of New Orleans issues its own licenses for local electrical and mechanical contractors through the OneStop permit portal. These city-level licenses are separate from the state LSLBC license. CredentialClear searches both the LSLBC state registry and the New Orleans OneStop database in a single query.
How does CredentialClear verify Louisiana contractor licenses?
CredentialClear queries the LSLBC public search portal directly for the contractor name and returns live results including license number, type, status, effective and expiration dates, and trade classifications. City of New Orleans licenses are pulled simultaneously from the OneStop platform. All results appear in a single view.
What happens if I hire an unlicensed contractor in Louisiana?
Hiring an unlicensed contractor in Louisiana can void your insurance coverage, result in failed inspections and stop-work orders, and expose you to liability for any injuries or property damage. Louisiana law requires LSLBC licensure for all commercial work over $50,000. Verifying credentials before signing a contract is the first step in protecting your project.
Does CredentialClear check for LSLBC contractor violations in Louisiana?
Yes. The LSLBC publishes a public record of contractor disciplinary actions, including hearings, allegations, and enforcement orders. CredentialClear automatically cross-references every Louisiana search against these records — flagging any matches inline so you don't have to search separately.