The Greater Houston Builders Association is proud to announce the Houston winners of the 2017 Texas Association of Builders (TAB) Star Awards. The TAB Star Awards are the only statewide tribute to excellence in the …
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HomeAid and GHBA Remodelers Council Change Lives Through Charity Renovations
On April 29, members of the Remodelers Council partnered with HomeAid Houston to give the young men and women at Agape Development’s Gateway Houses safe, updated living spaces in which they would be proud to …
Collaborating to Make a Difference
Ongoing charity work at Casa de Esperanza lands “2017 Group of the Year” distinction for Greater Houston Builders Association and HomeAid Houston The Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) and HomeAid Houston were honored as the …
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Adjustment to the Makeup Air Requirement in Single and Two Family Dwellings
The City of Houston Mechanical Inspections Section has made an adjustment to the requirement for makeup air in Single and Two Family Dwellings which is in Section M1503.4 of the 2012 IRC. For an explanation …
Dan Bawden Installed as 2017 NAHB Remodelers Chairman
Remodeler Dan Bawden, CAPS, GMB, CGR, CGP, of Houston, Texas, was installed as the 2017 chairman of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers on Jan. 10, 2017, during the International Builders’ Show in …
John Gillette Named February NAHB Remodeler of the Month
Local member John Gillette, GMB, CGR, CAPS, owner of Craftsmanship By John, Inc. was named the February 2017 NAHB Remodeler of the Month. The purpose of the NAHB Remodeler of the Month award program is …
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HomeAid on the Receiving End of Remodel Project
In December 2016, the HomeAid Houston “headquarters” received a much needed remodel at the GHBA offices. The HomeAid staff has shared one office space for 10 years on the second floor. Casey Morgan, GHBA CEO …
Texas Builders Elected to NAHB Leadership Positions
On the last day of the 2017 International Builders’ Show, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) board of directors installed its senior officers and leadership team for 2017. The GHBA is pleased to announce …
Product EXPO 2016 a Hit with Builders & Remodelers
The 14th annual EXPO was probably one of the most talked about the GHBA has ever held—and in a very good way! We had an impressive showing at the Sam Houston Race Park, sponsored by …
GHBA Remodelers Win CADRE for Community Service Project
The Greater Houston Builders Association Remodelers Council (RMC) was honored with the NAHB’s 2016 Council Award for Demonstrating Remodeling Excellence for “Community Service.” The awards—known in the industry as the CADREs—were announced during NAHB Remodelers …
Greater Houston Builders Association Names 2016 Houston’s Best PRISM Award Winners
Volume Builder, Darling Homes; Custom Builder, The Frankel Building Group; Remodeler, Morning Star Builders and Renovations and Developer, Crescent Communities all walked away with the 2016 Houston’s Best PRISM Grand Award on October 1, 2016, …
Charity Garage Sale has Another Successful Year
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 …
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 …
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, …