1. New Orleans-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 4.45%. Local jurisdictions in New Orleans may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: LA statute La. Rev. Stat. §9:3500 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard hvac technician line items
- Diagnostic fee — billed by flat (~$89 default).
- Labor — billed by hour (~$115 default).
- Refrigerant / parts — billed by itemized.
- Service agreement credit — billed by discount.
3. Payment terms that work in New Orleans
Net 7 is standard for hvac technicians. Most hvac technicians in competitive markets like New Orleans require a 25% deposit upfront before scheduling work. Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — New Orleans customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
EPA Section 608 certification required for refrigerant work. State HVAC licenses common.
Metro
New Orleans
State
LA
Net terms
7 days
Deposit
25%