The GHBA Remodelers Council (RMC) just wrapped up its annual Charity Garage Sale at the Texas Home & Garden Show on September 24-25, 2016. Every charitable thing the Council does begins with the funds raised …
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“Building an Appetite” Cookbook Collection
Share your culinary skills with the industry! *Submissions are due Friday, Sept. 23.* NAHB is working on a special building project. Only for this project, you will need to trade your hammer and hard hat …
The Remodeling 550
Congratulations to the GHBA members who made the 2016 Remodeling 550 list! These companies represent the top full-service remodelers, replacement contractors, insurance restoration firms, and franchisers across the country. Local honorees include: #47 – Craftsmanship …
John Williams and John Leggett Honored at 2016 Excellence Under 45 Awards
The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) recently announced the winners of the 2016 Excellence Under 45 Awards. Two of the three winners are GHBA’s very own! Congratulations to: John Williams, VP of Construction Services of K. …
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GHBA Members Strongly Represented in 2016 Star Awards Roster
The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) announced and presented the 2016 Star Awards winners on Thursday, August 4 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine. The highly coveted Star Awards are given …
2012 CODE WORDS Effective Immediately
The City of Houston publishes an interpretation document referred to as CODE WORDS to provide a single source of written interpretations, policies, procedures and information to aid in the successful administration of the Construction Codes …
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Understanding the Differences Between Independent Contractors and Employees
“Ignore No More” Article by C. Stephen Tobin, Attorney & Counselor at Law The Tobin Firm | www.thetobinfirm.com When it comes to distinguishing between independent contractors and employees, many companies may simply want to close their eyes, cross their fingers, …
Guide to a Better Foundation
The Custom Builders luncheon in June 2016 was a packed house as Ken Maas and Jason Rice of StrucSure Home Warranty along with Karl Breckon with Tri-Tech/Bec-Lin Engineering and Toner Kersting of Snyder Energy discussed …
Find Skilled Labor with Workforce Solutions
The Gulf Coast Workforce Board and its operating affiliate Workforce Solutions are the public workforce system in the 13-county Houston-Galveston region. Helping employers meet their human resource needs and individuals build careers, the board guides …
Texas Moves to 2015 in 2016
Article by GHBA Codes & Standards Chair Dave Yelovich, Tilson Home Corporation Have you heard the big secret? Not many people know this but there are big changes coming in how we build houses in …
Stephen McNiel Named to the Remodeling Big50 List for 2016
Congratulations to GHBA member Stephen McNiel, Creative Property Restoration, for being named to the Remodeling Big50 list! Read Stephen’s story Every year since 1986, Remodeling has searched for 50 remodelers at the top of their …
Roofing Safety
GHBA wants to remind members of the importance of roofing safety! Please click the links below for guidance from the NAHB and OSHA.
GBGC Adopts 2012 National Green Building Standard
On April 1, 2016, the Green Built Gulf Coast (GBGC) program will adopt the 2012 National Green Building Standard. This endeavor is not as daunting as it sounds. With the current criteria most builders already …
The Million Dollar Circle Honored
Need proof that Houston’s home sales market is booming? The GHBA Sales & Marketing Council (SMC) held its annual Million Dollar Circle Awards on March 22, 2016 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel. The long list …