Member Announcements

We want to make all of you aware that a “Rally for Homeownership” will be held next Thursday, January 12, at noon, at the State Capitol Building in Columbia, SC. This rally is being planned by NAHB, along with the National Association of Realtors, to focus attention on the critical topic of Homeownership in advance of the upcoming South Carolina Presidential Primary. NAHB Senior Officers Barry Rutenberg and Rick Judson and NAHB CEO Jerry Howard will be among the speakers at the rally. Staff Members and officers for the North Carolina Home Builders Association will be present at the event and we are encouraging any of our members who would like to attend to please do so!  Check out the website for this event here http://www.rallyforhomeownership.com/ and please feel free to contact Caroline by phone or at caroline@ashevillehba.com with questions.

MHO / Mountain Housing Opportunities, Inc. invites skilled subcontractors interested in submitting bids for MHO’s annual “Unit Bid” process for our Emergency Home Repair Program.  All work will be done in Buncombe County.  Contracts will be awarded using unit pricing that will enable subcontractors to participate in upcoming projects for the following year.  The following trades are being sought: plumbing, electrical, general carpentry and roofing.  General Liability Insurance and Workers Compensation Insurance are required.  You must be trained in lead paint safe work practices as they pertain to EPA 40 CFR Part 745  Lead; Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program or must obtain training within 90 days of being awarded the unit bid. 

See HUD’s website: http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/training/rrp/rrp.cfm

for more information.

For information and forms to use, contact Lee DeVico before the deadline at 828-254-4030 ext. 121.  MHO is an equal opportunity contractor.  All qualified contractors and subcontractors including women and minorities are encouraged to bid.  Proposals are due in the MHO offices by 2 PM Thursday, January 19, 2012.   Bids will be publicly opened at that time.

The NCHBA Board of Directors recently approved our participation in a new member benefit called the Member Rebate Program. The program provides Manufacturer rebates, the same rebates the national builders receive, for all of our builder and remodeler members, regardless of your volume!

The program will start in early January 2012 and you will be able to claim for all homes or remodel jobs completed from July 1 through December 31, 2011. To learn more visit the website www.hbarebates.com/nchba.html . More information to come soon.

As knowledge of "green" buiding practices spread, sustainable and non-toxic building materials are requested by more and more clients and architects alike. Build it Naturally  is WNC's premiere "green" building retailer. Over the past 4 years, we have maintained our commitment to providing the most unique, durable, and sustainable building materials avaliable in the "green" industry. By request and demand we are organizing this After-Hours Open House event to showcase our staple products as well as the new additions to our selection. We will be serving hor dourves in addition to beer and wine (courtesy of our local sponsor Pisgah Brewery). There will be door prizes, product knowledge, and product demo. Please stop by to learn about the most exciting new products in the "green" building industry and network with us, our product reps, and a unique group of construction professionals from around WNC. This is a night you don't want to miss!

The 2012  North Carolina Building Codes are now available online here: http://www.ecodes.biz/ecodes_support/Free_Resources/2012NorthCarolina/12NorthCarolina_main.html.

There is no charge to access the codes. However, the residential or energy codes are not yet available but coming soon!

     9 am - 11 am:  Kitchen Design with Cooking in Mind – BSH Appliances

    11 am - 12 pm:  Installation Guidelines for Steam Shower Systems - Mr. Steam

    12 pm – 1 pm: Lunch

     1 pm – 2 pm: Designing Water Conservation into Buildings - Geberit

     2 pm- 3 pm: Nobilus Door and Cabinet Hardware

Please RSVP to Maria Aponte at maponte@salonblueridge.com by Thursday October 20th.

CLICK HERE for complete course descriptions and more information. 

In recognition of the hundreds of Associate members of the AHBA, the National Association of Home Builders has designated September as Associate Appreciation Month.  The AHBA has always appreciated the dedication, support and enthusiasm of its Associate members, but in today’s unsettled housing market environment, we appreciate the dedication and commitment more than ever.

During September – and every month for that matter – we urge all AHBA members to get to know one another better, learn about each other’s businesses whenever possible, and to strive for the AHBA motto to “Do Business with a Member!”  The AHBA is strong when individual members are strong and doing business with your fellow members is a great way to strengthen the association while ensuring that the people you work with understand the issues and concerns that affect your day-to-day operations. 

Associate members are invaluable to our businesses and an essential part of our core foundation, tradition and spirit of the AHBA.  Let’s all thank them this month by doing business with a member!  Utilize the AHBA Online Member Directory.

Members can save 5% when they purchase through their Lowe’s Account Receivable.*

And through Dec. 7, they can save an addition 2% on their orders when they register at LowesForPros.com/NAHB for their Lowe’s Accounts Receivable purchases.**

Lowe’s also is offering members free delivery on purchases of $500 or more through Dec. 7.

For more information, visit LowesForPros.com/NAHB, or call 877-435-2440.

* Exclusions apply, discount taken at time of purchase, see store for details.
**Exclusions apply, discount taken at time of statement.

Other Member Advantage Discounts

For the most up-to-date details on the Member Advantage discount program and all of the participating companies, go to www.nahb.org/MA.

Associate Member, Carolina Home + Garden Magazine, has a wide range of advertising options available.  Carolina Home + Garden reaches an extremely targeted audience of readers that are local, affluent and interested in their homes and gardens.  Find a copy of the media kit by clicking here and/or contact Rimas at (828) 551-5340 by September 6th. 

Do you know an AHBA Member who fits the mold for one of the awards listed below? We encourage you to nominate an individual who is worthy of recognition in one or more of the categories below. We are excited to announce that the AHBA Annual Awards will be presented on October 12, 2011 at the Fall Gala & Awards Reception, sponsored by Progress Energy! 

During the event we will announce the 2011 Parade of Homes Winners, the traditional Builder, Associate and Affiliate of the Year awards and the new awards listed below!  We are fortunate to have such an amazing group of members and we need your participation in ensuring that they are recognized for their many accomplishments.  

Please stay tuned to your AHBA Weekly Briefing as the nomination form will be released next Tuesday, August 16th!  All submissions will be due by September 30, 2011 and all winners will be announced on the evening of October 12, 2011.  

New Member of the Year Award

-This award recognizes an individual who has been a member of the AHBA for no more than 2 years and is judged to have made major contributions to the association and industry during this time. Candidate must have been a member (Builder, Associate or Affiliate) of the Asheville Home Builders Association for no more than two years by December 31, 2010. 

Career Achievement Award

-This award represents the highest level of dedication, loyalty, and commitment and is the highest recognition that can be awarded to an AHBA Member.  Candidate must have been a member of the Asheville Home Builders Association for a minimum of 5 years (cumulative) by December 31, 2010. 

CLICK HERE for a Nomination Form - deadline to submit a nomination is September 30th!

Mark your calendars for the Fall Gala & Awards Reception sponsored by:
 
October 12, 2011 at the Crest Center & Pavilion ~ Cocktail Attire - Tickets $55 for members and guests