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Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) — Primary source · Louisiana

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HVAC Technician licensing in Louisiana

State-issued license classes for hvac technicians in Louisiana. Each class links to the issuing state board for primary-source verification.

License classes

LOUISIANA · hvac

Mechanical Contractor (LSLBC Statewide — covers HVAC)

Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
Exam
PSI Services
Renewal
Every 1 yr
CE per cycle
0 hrs

Scope of work

Louisiana issues a statewide Mechanical Contractor license through LSLBC for mechanical work (including HVAC, refrigeration, process piping, boilers, and related systems) on projects exceeding $10,000 including labor and materials. HVAC is a sub-classification under Mechanical. Source: LSLBC Exams Classifications (https://lslbc.gov/exams-classifications/).

Classification coverage

Passing the Mechanical Contractor exam covers HVAC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, refrigeration, hydronic and steam systems, pressure vessels, plumbing, gas piping, process piping, mechanical equipment, air and process heaters and seals, and air vacuums and filters. Source: LSLBC Exams Classifications (https://lslbc.gov/exams-classifications/).

Experience and training

LSLBC evaluates the qualifying party's experience through the application. Applicants must provide a financial statement affidavit showing a minimum net worth of $10,000. Source: LSLBC (https://lslbc.gov/).

Exam

Administered by PSI Services. The HVAC trade exam costs $140 and requires a minimum 70 percent passing score. Alternatively, the full Mechanical Contractor exam covers HVAC plus all other mechanical sub-classes. The Business and Law course is mandatory. Candidates have 4 hours for the trade exam. Source: LSLBC Exams and Testing (https://lslbc.gov/exams-and-testing/).

Fees

Verify current LSLBC license fees directly with the Board before remitting.

Renewal and CE

LSLBC commercial contractor licenses (including Mechanical) are not required to complete continuing education for renewal. Residential contractors are required to complete 6 hours of CE annually. Source: LSLBC Continuing Education (https://lslbc.gov/continuing-education/).

EPA 608 federal overlay

A Louisiana HVAC license does not substitute for federal EPA Section 608 Technician Certification required for any technician who services regulated refrigerant equipment. Section 608 certifications do not expire. Source: EPA Section 608 (https://www.epa.gov/section608).

Verified Apr 25, 2026 · compiled from public sources, verify current rules with Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) before acting

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