Louisiana Plumbing Contractor
| Requirements: |
- Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana.
- All applicants who desire to become licensed as a plumbing contractor need to make an application to the board need to state the classification of work the applicant desires to perform from a list of major classifications.
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| Services: |
A Plumbing license covers plumbing work including sanitary drainage, water supply, storm drainage, and natural gas piping.
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| Applications: |
$100 license fee. Please call the board to request an application.
State Licensing Board For Contractors
P.O. Box 14419 · Baton Rouge, LA 70898
Phone: (225) 765-2301 · Fax: (225) 765-2431
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| Reciprocity: |
There are formal written reciprocal agreements with the States of Alabama, Arkansas, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, Utah as well as the North Carolina Electrical Examiners' Board. The Business and Law examination cannot be waived for out-of-state contractors. However, reciprocity is not automatic, applications will be considered on an individual basis. |
| Continuing Education: |
None at this time.
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| Exam: |
- 80 questions with a four-hour time limit
- Closed Book
- Fees included with trade exam
- Topics include: potable and nonpotable water systems; construction, removal, repair, and maintenance for buildings and premises; sanitary and non-sanitary waste and sewerage construction; removal, repair, and maintenance for buildings and premises.
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| References: |
These books are available for purchase from our online contractor’s bookstore or by calling our office at 1-800-952-0910.
The following reference is NOT allowed in the testing center:
- Plumbing Technology, Design and Installation (Ripka)
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| Training: |
As of this time, we do not have a seminar or study guide available. Please continue to check back with us as we are always developing new programs.
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