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Louisiana requires general contractors to hold a state license prior to bidding or working on any project in the amounts listed below. There are two types of licenses awarded by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors:
- A residential license includes construction and home improvement projects worth more than $75,000. You’ll need to show a financial statement, as well as general liability and worker’s compensation insurance and list at least one classification.
- A Commercial license involves commercial projects worth more than $50,000. You’ll need to submit a financial statement and list at least one classification.
For each license, candidates must pass two examinations: the trade exam, as well as the business and law exam. Plumbers, electricians, and mechanical contractors must obtain a Louisiana state commercial license to bid, contract, perform work ( or be issued a permit for these trades) if the cost of a project is in the amount of $10,000 or more.
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Louisiana Residential Continuing Education – Business (6 Hours)
$65.99View ProductLouisiana Residential Contractors are required to obtain 6 hours of continuing education for each renewal. The following course is state approved. The program satisfies all of your required hours. Course options and topics: Bidding & Estimating, Contract Managment, Customer Relations, Financial Management, Managing Risk, Safety, Scheduling, Tax Basics. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Electrical Contractor – NEC Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductAll applicants who desire to become licensed as an electrical contractor need to make an application to the board and must state the classification of work the applicant desires to perform from a list of major classifications. Any person, firm, partnership, co-partnership, association, corporation, or other organization bidding on or performing a job in the amount of $50,000 or more the licensee shall hold the major classification or subdivision thereunder of electrical work or mechanical work as the case may be. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure as an electrical contractor in the State of Louisiana. Our complete exam review includes practice tests, highlighting guides, calculations, test taking tips and instructor support. Our electrical practice includes over 400 real NEC questions. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Electrical Contractor – Examination Materials:
- Ugly’s Electrical References 2023
- 2020 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70
- American Electricians Handbook 17th edition
- American Electrician’s Handbook Tab
- NFPA 70E®: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® 2021
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Louisiana Residential Continuing Education – Code (6 Hours)
$65.99View ProductLouisiana Residential Contractors are required to obtain 6 hours of continuing education for each renewal. The following course is state approved. The program satisfies all of your required hours. Course options and topics: Bidding & Estimating, Contract Managment, Customer Relations, Financial Management, Managing Risk, Safety, Scheduling, Tax Basics. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Journeyman/Master Gas Fitter Exam Review
$76.99View ProductA Journeyman or Master Natural Gas Fitter license obtained through the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana allows the license holder to perform the installation, repair, and maintenance of natural gas piping systems. Our Louisiana Journeyman/Master Gas Fitter Exam Review takes students through the recommended reference material for the state exam with Highlighting Guides and Practice Tests to assist in preparing for the state exam. The materials and topics covered in this course are as follows.
- 2015 International Fuel Gas Code
- Louisiana Master Plumbers and Master Natural Gas Fitters Guide to Business and Law 2nd Edition
- Gas Pipe Sizing
- Cutting and Notching
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Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License
$164.99View ProductAll 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. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. The program takes you through each one of the recommended code reference books showing you exactly what to highlight. After your highlighting is completed with each book, you have the option take an online practice test to reinforce concepts presented. Our practice tests include over 400 questions and are designed to be the best and most efficient way to prepare you for your examination. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License Examination Materials:
- 2015 International Plumbing Code
- 2015 International Residential Code
- Louisiana Master Plumbers Guide to Business and Law
Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License Examination Materials Tab:
- 2015 International Plumbing Code Tabs
- 2015 International Residential Code – Tabs
- Louisiana Business and Law Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Contractor – Books Only Package
$288.96View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Residential Contractor – Exaimination Materials:
- Carpentry and Building Construction 16th Edition
- 2018 International Residential Code
- Carpentry and Building Construction Tabs
- 2018 International Residential Tabs
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Louisiana Mechanical Contractor – Books Only Package
$803.93View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Mechanical Contractor – Examination Preparation Materials:
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 21st Edition
- 2012 International Mechanical Code
- Fundamentals of HVACR, 3/E
- Trane Air Conditioning Manual
- Managing the Construction Process, 4/E
- Solar Water Heating Systems: Fundamentals and Installation
- Modern Refrigeration 21st ed Tabs
- 2012 International Mechanical Code Tabs
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Louisiana Concrete Construction
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Concrete Construction – Examination Materials:
- Contractor’s Guide To Quality Concrete Construction
- Quality Concrete – Pre-Printed Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Framing
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Building Contractor – Books Only Package
$950.92View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Building Contractor – Examination Preparation Materials:
- Carpentry 7th edition
- Excavation and Grading Handbook
- Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders
- Contractors Guide to Business, Law, Project Management – Basic
- Olins Construction Principles, Materials, and Methods, 9th
- 29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, January 2023 Edition
- 2018 International Building Code
- 2021 International Building Code
- Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book 32 Edition
Louisiana Building Contractor – Examination Preparation Material Tabs:
- Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Steel Girders Tabs
- Basic Business Law Printed Tabs
- OSHA Part 1926 Tabs
- 2018 International Building Code Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Foundations
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Radon Mitigation Technology
$475.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course to become certified in Radon Mitigation in the United States.
- The instruction is audio based, with online course manual, resources, new ANSI-AARST Standards, and quizzes to reinforce the material.
- It also includes a field exercise program tailored to your experience level.
- @ HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course
$325.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course which includes training required for becoming certified in radon measurement.
- This popular online course was recently updated (May 2021) to include video of a classroom session, and the new ANSI-AARST Standards.
- Includes many extras including business resources and online quiz questions designed to help you prepare for the national certification exam.
- Students also have access to the audio version of the course.
- This course is also a prerequisite course for the Radon Mitigation Entry Level Course.
- @ HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Application Processing
$249.99Select options@HomePrep Application Processing is here to ensure your application to become a state licensed contractor gets filled out correctly and promptly. We provide a professional service ensuring your privacy and comfort throughout the entire process. Following your purchase of the Louisiana Application Processing our AP Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps. If you have any questions please call us at 800-952-0910. We look forward to working with you.
Louisiana requires general contractors to hold a state license prior to bidding or working on any project in the amounts listed below. There are two types of licenses awarded by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors:
- A residential license includes construction and home improvement projects worth more than $75,000. You’ll need to show a financial statement, as well as general liability and worker’s compensation insurance and list at least one classification.
- A Commercial license involves commercial projects worth more than $50,000. You’ll need to submit a financial statement and list at least one classification.
For each license, candidates must pass two examinations: the trade exam, as well as the business and law exam. Plumbers, electricians, and mechanical contractors must obtain a Louisiana state commercial license to bid, contract, perform work ( or be issued a permit for these trades) if the cost of a project is in the amount of $10,000 or more.
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Louisiana Residential Continuing Education – Business (6 Hours)
$65.99View ProductLouisiana Residential Contractors are required to obtain 6 hours of continuing education for each renewal. The following course is state approved. The program satisfies all of your required hours. Course options and topics: Bidding & Estimating, Contract Managment, Customer Relations, Financial Management, Managing Risk, Safety, Scheduling, Tax Basics. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Electrical Contractor – NEC Exam Prep
$219.99View ProductAll applicants who desire to become licensed as an electrical contractor need to make an application to the board and must state the classification of work the applicant desires to perform from a list of major classifications. Any person, firm, partnership, co-partnership, association, corporation, or other organization bidding on or performing a job in the amount of $50,000 or more the licensee shall hold the major classification or subdivision thereunder of electrical work or mechanical work as the case may be. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure as an electrical contractor in the State of Louisiana. Our complete exam review includes practice tests, highlighting guides, calculations, test taking tips and instructor support. Our electrical practice includes over 400 real NEC questions. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Electrical Contractor – Examination Materials:
- Ugly’s Electrical References 2023
- 2020 National Electrical Code – NFPA 70
- American Electricians Handbook 17th edition
- American Electrician’s Handbook Tab
- NFPA 70E®: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® 2021
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Louisiana Residential Continuing Education – Code (6 Hours)
$65.99View ProductLouisiana Residential Contractors are required to obtain 6 hours of continuing education for each renewal. The following course is state approved. The program satisfies all of your required hours. Course options and topics: Bidding & Estimating, Contract Managment, Customer Relations, Financial Management, Managing Risk, Safety, Scheduling, Tax Basics. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Journeyman/Master Gas Fitter Exam Review
$76.99View ProductA Journeyman or Master Natural Gas Fitter license obtained through the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana allows the license holder to perform the installation, repair, and maintenance of natural gas piping systems. Our Louisiana Journeyman/Master Gas Fitter Exam Review takes students through the recommended reference material for the state exam with Highlighting Guides and Practice Tests to assist in preparing for the state exam. The materials and topics covered in this course are as follows.
- 2015 International Fuel Gas Code
- Louisiana Master Plumbers and Master Natural Gas Fitters Guide to Business and Law 2nd Edition
- Gas Pipe Sizing
- Cutting and Notching
-
Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License
$164.99View ProductAll 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. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. The program takes you through each one of the recommended code reference books showing you exactly what to highlight. After your highlighting is completed with each book, you have the option take an online practice test to reinforce concepts presented. Our practice tests include over 400 questions and are designed to be the best and most efficient way to prepare you for your examination. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License Examination Materials:
- 2015 International Plumbing Code
- 2015 International Residential Code
- Louisiana Master Plumbers Guide to Business and Law
Louisiana Journeyman/Master Plumbing License Examination Materials Tab:
- 2015 International Plumbing Code Tabs
- 2015 International Residential Code – Tabs
- Louisiana Business and Law Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Contractor – Books Only Package
$288.96View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Residential Contractor – Exaimination Materials:
- Carpentry and Building Construction 16th Edition
- 2018 International Residential Code
- Carpentry and Building Construction Tabs
- 2018 International Residential Tabs
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Louisiana Mechanical Contractor – Books Only Package
$803.93View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Mechanical Contractor – Examination Preparation Materials:
- Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, 21st Edition
- 2012 International Mechanical Code
- Fundamentals of HVACR, 3/E
- Trane Air Conditioning Manual
- Managing the Construction Process, 4/E
- Solar Water Heating Systems: Fundamentals and Installation
- Modern Refrigeration 21st ed Tabs
- 2012 International Mechanical Code Tabs
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Louisiana Concrete Construction
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
Louisiana Concrete Construction – Examination Materials:
- Contractor’s Guide To Quality Concrete Construction
- Quality Concrete – Pre-Printed Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Framing
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
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Louisiana Building Contractor – Books Only Package
$950.92View ProductAs of this time we do not offer any courses for this exam. We do offer all the required books for this exam here in one complete package. Individual books can be found in our bookstore. Please be sure to check back in the future for possible course material, as we are always adding to our course catalog.
Louisiana Building Contractor – Examination Preparation Materials:
- Carpentry 7th edition
- Excavation and Grading Handbook
- Handling and Erection of Steel Joist and Joist Girders
- Contractors Guide to Business, Law, Project Management – Basic
- Olins Construction Principles, Materials, and Methods, 9th
- 29 CFR OSHA 1926 Construction Industry Regulations & Standards, January 2023 Edition
- 2018 International Building Code
- 2021 International Building Code
- Walker’s Building Estimator’s Reference Book 32 Edition
Louisiana Building Contractor – Examination Preparation Material Tabs:
- Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Steel Girders Tabs
- Basic Business Law Printed Tabs
- OSHA Part 1926 Tabs
- 2018 International Building Code Tabs
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Louisiana Residential Foundations
$109.99View ProductPre-Approval is required for all classifications before testing. Please call the board to request an application. Please note that the Business and Law examination is required for licensure in the State of Louisiana. @HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
-
Radon Mitigation Technology
$475.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course to become certified in Radon Mitigation in the United States.
- The instruction is audio based, with online course manual, resources, new ANSI-AARST Standards, and quizzes to reinforce the material.
- It also includes a field exercise program tailored to your experience level.
- @ HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
-
Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurement Course
$325.99View ProductThis course is offered in partnership with CERTI. Entry Level course which includes training required for becoming certified in radon measurement.
- This popular online course was recently updated (May 2021) to include video of a classroom session, and the new ANSI-AARST Standards.
- Includes many extras including business resources and online quiz questions designed to help you prepare for the national certification exam.
- Students also have access to the audio version of the course.
- This course is also a prerequisite course for the Radon Mitigation Entry Level Course.
- @ HomePrep is a National Leader in online education. With over 100,000 satisfied students and a course catalog of over 1,000 classes, we are here to help you – Invest in Yourself.
-
Louisiana Application Processing
$249.99Select options@HomePrep Application Processing is here to ensure your application to become a state licensed contractor gets filled out correctly and promptly. We provide a professional service ensuring your privacy and comfort throughout the entire process. Following your purchase of the Louisiana Application Processing our AP Coordinator will contact you to discuss the next steps. If you have any questions please call us at 800-952-0910. We look forward to working with you.
