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Louisiana Drywall & Lathing Contractor

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Audited by Pasi Tapio Hakamaki • Editorial Review: September 2026 • Statutory Authority: Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
Min General Liability
$300,000 - $500,000
Occurrence / $1,000,000 General Aggregate
Required State Bond
$10,000 - $20,000
From $120/yr with preferred credit
Board Application Fee
$300
Exam Provider: LSLBC Testing Center / PSI
License Renewal
Annual or Triennial
CE: Varies by municipality or trade board
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Primary Source Verified: 2026 Statutory Code Review
Requirements cross-referenced against the official Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) administrative code.
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Target Jurisdiction
Louisiana (LA)
Trade Classification
Drywall & Lathing Contractor
Estimated Annual Gross Revenue $350,000
$50k $1.5M $3M+
Estimated Statutory Costs Instant Certificate Available
General Liability (GL)
$300,000 - $500,000 Each Occurrence / $1,000,000 General Aggregate
$124/mo
~$1,488 / year
Contractor License Bond
Louisiana $10,000 Bond
$100/yr
1.0% (Tier 1 Preferred) on $10,000 bond
Workers' Comp Alert: In Louisiana: Mandatory for all employers with 1+ full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees (La. Rev. Stat. § 23:1034 & § 23:1168).
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*Estimates based on standard market rates for commercial artisan contractors. Exact quotes require underwriting review of prior loss history, specific endorsements, and payroll declarations.

Drywall & Lathing Contractor Scope of Work & Legal Permitting Authority

Drywall Contractors erect interior light-gauge metal framing, install acoustic and fire-rated gypsum wallboards, and apply taping finishes.

Defined Authorized Scope of Construction:

UL fire-rated drywall partition assemblies, acoustic ceiling baffles, suspended drywall grid ceilings, level 5 museum finishes.

Permit Trigger in Louisiana: Alterations to fire-rated corridor partitions or tenant demising walls
Minor Work Exemption Threshold: $7,500 residential / $50,000 commercial (La. R.S. 37:2150 et seq.)

Mandatory Experience Prerequisites

4 years journey-level hanging, taping, acoustic texturing, and light-gauge metal stud framing experience

Required Insurance Policy Endorsements

Hired & Non-Owned Auto, Inland Marine Tools & Equipment, Blanket Additional Insured

Governing Technical Code & Safety Standard
Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules)
EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Rule & OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom Standards
Testing & Compliance Benchmarks: NESHAP 10-day advance state abatement notification and NIOSH 7400 phase-contrast air clearance monitoring. Mandates negative-pressure HEPA containment enclosures, decontamination airlocks, and licensed hazardous manifest transport disposal.
Procedural Roadmap

How to Obtain a Drywall & Lathing Contractor License in Louisiana

Official 4-step compliance path pursuant to Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules).

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1

Legal Entity & EIN Formation

Louisiana Business Entity Filing Statutes

Form your business entity (LLC, Corporation, or Sole Proprietorship) with the Louisiana Secretary of State and secure your Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN). Ensure your registered business name precisely matches all state and municipal filings.

2

Designate Qualifying Individual (QI)

Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) Experience Verification Rules

Appoint a Qualifying Party, Primary Qualifying Agent, or Responsible Managing Employee (RME). The QI must verify 4 years journey-level hanging, taping, acoustic texturing, and light-gauge metal stud framing experience and satisfy experience criteria governed under Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules).

3

Execute Statutory Bond & Insurance

Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules) Financial Responsibility Mandates

Secure the mandatory $10,000 - $20,000 contractor license bond executed by an admitted surety. File an official Certificate of Insurance (COI) maintaining at least $300,000 - $500,000 Each Occurrence / $1,000,000 General Aggregate Commercial General Liability, naming Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) as certificate holder.

4

Examination & Board License Issuance

LSLBC Testing Center / PSI Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB)

Complete the Louisiana Business & Law examination along with the specific Drywall Contractor technical trade examination administered by LSLBC Testing Center / PSI. Submit application fees ($300) to receive official licensure and permit pull authorization.

Regulatory Authority: Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) (LA)
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Ready to file with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)?

Make sure your statutory $10,000 - $20,000 (and for LLC entities, your General Liability Certificate listing the state licensing board as certificate holder) are electronically active prior to submitting application fees.

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Verified Statutory Guidance

Louisiana Drywall Contractor Compliance & Insurance FAQs

Direct answers on state licensing prerequisites, insurance thresholds, and surety bond regulations.

Is a state contractor license legally mandated for Drywall Contractors in Louisiana?

Yes, executing commercial or residential drywall contractor projects in Louisiana legally requires an active state contractor license issued by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) under Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules). Performing contracting services without official board credentials triggers immediate stop-work orders, statutory fines, and civil citations.

What technical codes govern drywall contractor operations in Louisiana?

Drywall & Lathing Contractor installations in Louisiana must strictly adhere to the EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Rule & OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom Standards. In addition, all completed work and materials must satisfy NESHAP 10-day advance state abatement notification and NIOSH 7400 phase-contrast air clearance monitoring to pass municipal building inspection.

What are the commercial general liability insurance minimums for Drywall Contractors in Louisiana?

Drywall Contractors in Louisiana typically must maintain a minimum of $300,000 - $500,000 Each Occurrence / $1,000,000 General Aggregate in commercial general liability insurance. Under Louisiana statutory rules and General Contractor (GC) bid standards, policies must cover bodily injury, property damage, and completed operations to secure jobsite clearance.

How much does the required Louisiana Drywall Contractor surety bond cost?

A Louisiana drywall contractor license bond costs between $120 and $180 per year for contractors with standard credit, satisfying the statutory $10,000 - $20,000 bond requirement. High-risk credit profiles range from $216 to $300 annually. Premium rates are calculated as a percentage of the total bond penal sum.

Is workers' compensation insurance required for Drywall Contractors in Louisiana?

Yes, proof of active workers' compensation insurance is required for construction employers in Louisiana. Under La. Rev. Stat. § 23:1034 & § 23:1168, coverage is mandatory for all employers with 1+ full-time, part-time, or seasonal employees. General Contractors and municipal building inspectors mandate a Certificate of Insurance (COI) prior to jobsite access. Sole proprietors with 0 employees: Sole proprietors with 0 employees exempt under La. R.S. § 23:1035; project owners require hold-harmless agreements or COI.

Does Louisiana offer contractor license reciprocity for Drywall Contractors?

Yes, Louisiana maintains formal reciprocal licensing agreements with AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN, TX, UT for qualified drywall contractor applicants. Out-of-state contractors in good standing under equivalent statutory frameworks can apply to waive trade exams, though state law and business rules testing may still apply.

Primary Sources

Official Statutory Citations & Legal Authorities

Jurisdiction: Louisiana (LA)
Primary Licensing Authority
Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)
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Enabling State Statute / Administrative Code
Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules)
Statutory authority for trade licensing & discipline
Mandatory License Bond Statute
$10,000 - $20,000 (Commercial/Residential)
Continuous penal surety bond filing
Governing Technical Code & Testing Standards
EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Rule & OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom Standards
Testing Provider: LSLBC Testing Center / PSI • NESHAP 10-day advance state abatement notification and NIOSH 7400 phase-contrast air clearance monitoring
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Audited by Pasi Tapio Hakamaki • Managing Editor

This compliance benchmark for Louisiana Drywall & Lathing Contractors is audited against primary state legislative statutes (Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules)) and administrative rules published by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). TradeCertify maintains strict editorial independence. If you represent a regulatory body or note an erratum in statutory bond limits, please contact our research desk.

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