Louisiana Builders Right To Repair Current Law Summary:
Current Law Summary: (HB 401; Acts 1993, No 841) The New Home and Warranty Act was amended to include a Notice and Opportunity to repair provision which requires homeowners to inform builders of alleged defects and give them an opportunity to make any necessary repairs. The Act contains 19 warranty exclusions including soil movement, normal wear and tear, mold and mold damage. The law also extended warranty coverage for foundations and structural components (5years), plumbing and electrical systems (2 years) and cosmetic (1 year).
Construction Expert Witness Contractors Licensing
Guidelines Melrose Louisiana
Commercial and Residential contractors licensure is required. Separate licensure is required for plumbing, and asbestos abatement trades.
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Association Directory
Local # 1990
PO Box 2610
Natchitoches, LA 71457
Home Builders Association of Central Louisiana
Local # 1912
2017-B MacArthur Dr
Alexandria, LA 71301
Home Builders Association of Northwest Louisiana
Local # 1972
2038 E 70th St
Shreveport, LA 71105
http://www.nwlahba.org
Home Builders Association of Northeast Louisiana
Local # 1984
3105 Desoto St
Monroe, LA 71201
http://www.hbanela.com
St Landry Home Builders Association
Local # 1981
PO Box 1998
Opelousas, LA 70571
Tangipahoa Home Builders Association
Local # 1915
PO Box 1338
Hammond, LA 70404
http://www.tangihomebuilders.com
Home Builders Association of Louisiana Inc
Local # 1900
660 Laurel St Ste A
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
http://www.lhba.org
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