Are Baton Rouge Roofing Contractors Required to Be Licensed?

Yes. In Louisiana, a contractor performing residential work valued above $7,500 must hold a state license, and that requirement is set by Louisiana Revised Statute 37:3737. Act 422 tightened it further, with the residential roofing licensing rules applying in full from January 1, 2026. Insurance is a separate matter — the state does not license […]