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Updated: Dec 12, 2025

Forge Services Construction

Forge Services, LLC at P O Box 1846, Gretna, LA 70054, held a General Contractor license (#64727) with the Louisiana contractors license board with an expiration date of 02-07-2020. We last verified the license was expired on 12-11-2025.

Their BuildZoom score is 0 because we haven’t been able to verify an active license. As a result, they’re not ranked in the top 50% of 31,948 Louisiana contractors.

If you’re thinking about hiring them, we recommend double-checking their license status with your local licensing authority. Alternatively, use our project planner to be easily matched to qualified, licensed professionals in your area.

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License #	64727
Status	Inactive
State	Louisiana
Type	Building Construction, Electrical Work (Statewide), Heavy Construction, Highway, Street And Bridge Construction, Mechanical Work (Statewide), Municipal And Public Works Construction
Class	Commercial License

According to the Louisiana Licensing Board, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed. If this is your business, please update your license status.

Check this license's status for Forge Services, LLC at the Louisiana Licensing Board.

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Before you Hire

Here are some rules, regulations, and laws governing general contractors in Louisiana:

Does Forge Services, Llc carry a valid contracting license?

In Louisiana, all residential new construction of single family homes requires a contractor to be licensed as a residential building contractor. Home Improvement Contractors need to have a certificate (not a full license) to perform any home improvement contracting services over $7,500 but below $75,000.

How important is contractor licensing in Louisiana?

Louisiana requires contractors to pass a business and law exam. Continuing education is mandatory for all contractors before renewing their license.

Your liability risk when hiring Forge Services, Llc

Louisiana requires contractors to maintain general liability insurance, and active workers' compensation policies. Be sure to request copies of certificates for both workers' compensation and general liability insurance.

Financial recourse when hiring Forge Services, Llc

Louisiana does not require homeowners to obtain a surety bond. Homeowners in Louisiana can file complaints with the State Licensing Board For Contractors by filling out a Consumer Complaint form.

How is the BuildZoom score calculated?

The BuildZoom score is based on a number of factors including the contractor's license status, insurance status, verified work history, standing with local consumer interest groups, verified reviews from other BuildZoom users and self-reported feedback from the contractor.

Why you should hire through BuildZoom

When it comes to major construction work or even minor alterations to your home, hiring the wrong contractor could result in incomplete or defective work.You may even find yourself dealing with huge liability claims. BuildZoom does the homework for you and helps you hire the right contractor.

You should get several bids before hiring a contractor

Before hiring a contractor in Louisiana, be sure to get at least 3 detailed bids. Quality contractors will take the time to explain their budget proposal,and help guide you through the estimate process. Be wary of an abnormally low bid, they are not worth the risk. These underpriced projects often do not end well for the homeowner, choose a contractor you trust and can clearly communicate with. BuildZoom has made the bid collection process extremely simple (and free). Just click here to get started.

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