How to Start Your Improvement Project in Baton Rouge, LA

1) Before you begin a major project, check for local zoning and safety restrictions:
City of Baton Rouge LA Zoning

2) Find out about any available local home improvement incentives and programs:
Hurricane Katrina, FEMA
Baton Rouge LA HUD Home Repair Programs

3) Check to see if your improvements qualify for US tax credits or incentives:
Tax Credits for Energy-Saving Improvements 

4) Get free estimates from local prescreened contractors:
Prescreened Local Contractors

5) Find out whether building permits will be required:
Baton Rouge LA Building Permits

6) Check the records of contractors you're considering:
Baton Rouge LA Better Business Bureau

ALSO
Get general information about this area here: Baton Rouge LA Information

If necessary, file construction complaints here: Louisiana Contractor Licensing Board

A Closer Look at Baton Rouge, LA
Geographic and weather concerns that may impact building and design: tornadoes, lightning, thunderstorms, hurricanes

Elevation: 46 ft. 

Population: 774,327

Average Temperature: 67 degrees F

Average Rainfall: 65 in. 

Average Snowfall: 0.2 in.