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How to get a HVAC technician license in Louisiana

Requirements, license levels, and the issuing authority — sourced from Louisiana's official board.

Authority confirmed from official LSLBC site; mechanical classification and $10,000 threshold are established by LSLBC. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.

Issuing authority: Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC).. Official page: https://lslbc.gov/

License levels in Louisiana

Louisiana HVAC technician licensing at a glance

RequirementsA mechanical license is required when the work value exceeds $10,000. Applicants generally need about 4 years of journeyman HVAC experience (or an HVAC AAS/technical degree), a financial statement showing net worth of at least $10,000, a designated qualifying party, and passing both a Trade exam and a Business & Law exam (70%), plus proof of insurance.
ReciprocityNot specified on the official page reviewed.
RenewalNot detailed on the official page reviewed.
NotesAuthority confirmed from official LSLBC site; mechanical classification and $10,000 threshold are established by LSLBC. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.

Questions

Do you need a license to work as a HVAC technician in Louisiana?
Authority confirmed from official LSLBC site; mechanical classification and $10,000 threshold are established by LSLBC. EPA 608 required for refrigerants.
What HVAC technician license levels does Louisiana have?
The levels are Mechanical (statewide) contractor license, scope includes HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic and steam systems, and similar equipment.
How do you get licensed as a HVAC technician in Louisiana?
A mechanical license is required when the work value exceeds $10,000. Applicants generally need about 4 years of journeyman HVAC experience (or an HVAC AAS/technical degree), a financial statement showing net worth of at least $10,000, a designated qualifying party, and passing both a Trade exam and a Business & Law exam (70%), plus proof of insurance.
Does Louisiana have HVAC technician license reciprocity?
Not specified on the official page reviewed.

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