Louisiana Roofing License Renewal: Deadlines, Fees and CE

The Commercial Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding (subclassification 1.11 of Building Construction) (Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)) renews every year. The Residential Roofing (subclassification 9.2 of Residential Construction) (Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)) renews every year and requires 6 hours of continuing education.

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Commercial Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding (subclassification 1.11 of Building Construction)

Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding · State license · Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)

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Renew on the official site 225-765-2301

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: Not required
Deadline rule: Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Renew online for a 1-, 2- or 3-year term (licenses that depend on insurance or certifications cannot choose multi-year terms). Renewal opens 60 days before expiration; the board emails reminders at 60 and 15 days before.

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Grace period: 15 days after the expiration date to file the renewal without a delinquent fee (R.S. 37:2156(H)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Delinquent fee (statutory cap about $50) if the renewal application is filed more than 15 days after expiration (R.S. 37:2156(C)(4), (H)); the amount is set by the Board.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A license not renewed within one year after expiration can no longer be renewed; a new license application is required (R.S. 37:2156(J)). Trade exams are not retaken if the qualifying party and classifications are unchanged.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Not required
Reciprocity: LSLBC reciprocity request process (trade exam waivers).

Notes

Commercial license required for commercial roofing projects of $50,000 or more (labor plus materials) (R.S. 37:2150.1). Residential roofing is licensed separately (Residential Roofing, below). Statute caps the renewal fee at $100 and the delinquent fee at $50 (R.S. 37:2156(C)); the Board sets the actual amount each July (LAC 46:XXIX.131); the amount due is shown on your renewal notice and in the contractor portal. An additional classification costs $95 per year. The Board adds a $100-per-year construction-education assessment to each renewal (R.S. 37:2156(K)); the renewal form lets the contractor opt out.

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Residential Roofing (subclassification 9.2 of Residential Construction)

Residential Roofing · State license · Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC)

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Renew on the official site 225-765-2301

Renewal cycle: Every year
Continuing education: 6 hours
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Residential building contractors must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education each year; exempt if the licensee also holds a current commercial Building, Highway/Street/Bridge, Heavy or Municipal and Public Works license. Keep certificates for 5 years. No CE for commercial, mold or home improvement.
Deadline rule: Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Because the license depends on insurance certificates, it renews for one year at a time. Renewal opens 60 days before expiration.

Show fees, grace period, bond and insurance

Grace period: 15 days after the expiration date to file the renewal without a delinquent fee (R.S. 37:2156(H)).

Fees, approximate

Renewal fee: Check the official site for the fee.
Late fee: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
Delinquent fee (statutory cap about $50) if the renewal application is filed more than 15 days after expiration (R.S. 37:2156(C)(4), (H)); the amount is set by the Board.
Reinstatement: Show the details (amounts are approximate)
A license not renewed within one year after expiration can no longer be renewed; a new license application is required (R.S. 37:2156(J)). Trade exams are not retaken if the qualifying party and classifications are unchanged.

Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Why approximate?

Boards change fees often and some charge extra processing fees. We show a recent amount so you can plan.

Bond: Not required
Insurance: Workers' compensation and general liability insurance of at least $500,000 (or an authorized liability trust fund of $500,000), effective August 1, 2026 under Act 757 of 2026 (R.S. 37:2156.1; LSLBC notice of July 13, 2026). Proof must come from the agent/broker/insurer, cover at least six months and all licensed scopes with no exclusions, and list the LSLBC as certificate holder; certificates are submitted at application and at each renewal. Applicants also need a financial statement showing at least $50,000 net worth.
Reciprocity: LSLBC reciprocity request process.

Notes

Residential Roofing or Residential Construction classification is required for residential roofing work valued at $7,500 or more, with the residential roofing trade exam (R.S. 37:2156.4; in effect from January 1, 2026). From August 1, 2026 a residence of up to four dwelling units in one structure counts as a residential roofing project (Act 757 of 2026). Statute caps the renewal fee at $100 and the delinquent fee at $50 (R.S. 37:2156(C)); the Board sets the actual amount each July (LAC 46:XXIX.131); the amount due is shown on your renewal notice and in the contractor portal. An additional classification costs $95 per year. The Board adds a $100-per-year construction-education assessment to each renewal (R.S. 37:2156(K)); the renewal form lets the contractor opt out.

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The hours, required topics, approved providers and reporting rules for each license are on the Louisiana Roofing continuing education page.

How to renew

1Check your Commercial Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding (subclassification 1.11 of Building Construction) deadline: Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Renew online for a 1-, 2- or 3-year term (licenses that depend on insurance or certifications cannot choose multi-year terms). Renewal opens 60 days before expiration; the board emails reminders at 60 and 15 days before.
2Renew online at https://arlspublic.lslbc.louisiana.gov/Home/Index/
3If you miss the deadline: Delinquent fee (statutory cap about $50) if the renewal application is filed more than 15 days after expiration (R.S. 37:2156(C)(4), (H)); the amount is set by the Board.
4Check your Residential Roofing (subclassification 9.2 of Residential Construction) deadline: Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Because the license depends on insurance certificates, it renews for one year at a time. Renewal opens 60 days before expiration.
5Complete 6 continuing education hours before renewing. Residential building contractors must complete 6 hours of board-approved continuing education each year; exempt if the licensee also holds a current commercial Building, Highway/Street/Bridge, Heavy or Municipal and Public Works license. Keep certificates for 5 years. No CE for commercial, mold or home improvement.
6Confirm your insurance meet the board requirements and are not expiring.

Louisiana Roofing renewal questions

Answers come from the records above. Informational: verify with the issuing board.

When does a Louisiana roofing license expire?

Commercial Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding (subclassification 1.11 of Building Construction): renews every year. Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Renew online for a 1-, 2- or 3-year term (licenses that depend on insurance or certifications cannot choose multi-year terms). Renewal opens 60 days before expiration; the board emails reminders at 60 and 15 days before. Residential Roofing (subclassification 9.2 of Residential Construction): renews every year. Expires on the anniversary of the original issue date (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Because the license depends on insurance certificates, it renews for one year at a time. Renewal opens 60 days before expiration. Check with Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) before you rely on it.

How many CE hours does a Louisiana roofing license need?

Commercial Roofing and Sheet Metal, Siding (subclassification 1.11 of Building Construction): no CE required. Residential Roofing (subclassification 9.2 of Residential Construction): 6 hours per renewal. Check with Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) before you rely on it.

Is there a grace period for a Louisiana roofing license?

15 days after the expiration date to file the renewal without a delinquent fee (R.S. 37:2156(H)). Check with Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) before you rely on it.

What happens if a Louisiana roofing license expires?

Delinquent fee (statutory cap about $50) if the renewal application is filed more than 15 days after expiration (R.S. 37:2156(C)(4), (H)); the amount is set by the Board. Fees change. Check the official site for the exact amount.

Does Louisiana accept roofing licenses from other states?

LSLBC reciprocity request process (trade exam waivers). Check with Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors (LSLBC) before you rely on it.

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Informational only. Check it with the issuing board. Licensing rules, deadlines and CE requirements change, fee amounts are approximate, and this page can be out of date. It is not legal advice, and we are not affiliated with any state board. Read the disclaimer.

This information is here to help you plan, not to replace the board. Fee amounts are approximate and may be out of date. Deadlines and continuing education rules change too, sometimes without much notice. Always confirm with your licensing board and its official site before you rely on a date or an amount. This is not legal advice.

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