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Louisiana Drywall & Lathing Contractor (C-9)

Official statutory licensing standards, state surety bond mandates, and commercial liability minimums overseen by the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC).

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 Each Occurrence

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 State Jurisdiction

Licensed Trade Classification

Estimated Annual Gross Revenue $350,000

$50k $1.5M $3M+

Payroll Workforce

Owner Personal Credit Tier (For Bond Rating)

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General Liability (GL)

$1M Occurrence / $2M Aggregate

$115/mo

~$1,380 / year

Contractor License Bond

Statutory State Bond

$250/yr

1.0% base underwriting rate

Workers' Comp Alert: Mandatory for all construction employers in selected state with 1+ employees.

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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.

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Direct underwriting platforms offering statutory compliance coverage and digital certificates for Louisiana contractors.

Updated for 2026/2027 Policy Year

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Drywall & Lathing Contractor (C-9) 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

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 (C-9) 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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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 board filings.

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).

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.

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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Official State Government Portal

Ready to file with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)?

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

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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. Under Louisiana Revised Statutes LSA-R.S. 37:2150–2192 (LSLBC Rules), executing commercial or residential drywall contractor projects in Louisiana requires formal authorization from the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC). Unlicensed contracting triggers strict statutory penalties, stop-work orders, and civil citations.

What technical codes govern Drywall Contractor operations in Louisiana?

Louisiana enforces compliance with the EPA Renovation, Repair & Painting (RRP) Rule & OSHA 1910.1200 HazCom Standards. In addition, installations must satisfy NESHAP 10-day advance state abatement notification and NIOSH 7400 phase-contrast air clearance monitoring.

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

Under Louisiana statutory and commercial bidding standards, drywall contractor contractors typically must maintain at least $300,000 - $500,000 Each Occurrence / $1,000,000 General Aggregate in general liability protection. Policies must include coverage for bodily injury, property damage, and completed operations.

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

The statutory bond threshold in Louisiana is $10,000 - $20,000 (Commercial/Residential). Contractors with standard commercial credit typically pay an annual premium between $120 and $180 (1% to 2% of total penal sum). High-risk or credit-rebuilding rates range from $216 to $300 annually.

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

Mandatory for all employers with 1+ employees. Regardless of minimum employee exemptions under Louisiana labor laws, commercial general contractors and municipal building inspectors mandate proof of active workers' comp via a Certificate of Insurance (COI) before jobsite access is granted.

Does Louisiana offer contractor license reciprocity for Drywall Contractors?

Louisiana maintains formal reciprocal exam agreements or license verifications with: AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC, TN, TX, UT. Qualifying out-of-state contractors in good standing under equivalent statutory frameworks may apply to waive the trade examination portion.

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Audited by Pasi Tapio Hakamaki • Managing Editor

This compliance benchmark for Louisiana Drywall & Lathing Contractor (C-9) 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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