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On October 4, 2017, several Greater Houston Builders Association (GHBA) members were confirmed in City of Houston commission positions. Developers Mark Kilkenny, Mischer Investments LP, and Lisa Clark, Ryko Development Inc., were both re-appointed to …
The word is out on Harvey! In the days and weeks since the storm passed, GHBA has been front and center with media outlets to address Hurricane Harvey recovery. Here’s what’s being said:
Kevin Vick, CAPS, CGR, CGP, of Vick Construction & Remodeling Inc. in Sugar Land, Texas, was named the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers October Remodeler of the Month. Vick was selected for his …
It has been a challenging few weeks in Houston, to say the least. But, together, we have endured a lot. According to the Harris County Flood Control District, a total of one trillion gallons of …
TAB recently updated the Texas Residential Construction Contracts package for the current legislative session year 2017-2019. Every two years the contracts expire in order to adopt any new legislative changes that occur during session.The 2015 …
The Water in Your Home is Finally Receding, Now What? Q. What is the first thing I should do if my home got flooded? A. Call your flood insurance company and file a claim. Q. …
Returning home after a disaster can be the most trying time. There is a lot to be aware of when getting back into your home, to ensure you are mitigating all potential issues. The Federal …
Article reposted from the Texas Department of Insurance. My Home was Damaged by Harvey Depending on the kind of damage your home has and where you live, you may need to file more than one …
Attention Remodelers and Builders: When repairing flood damage work located in the 100 year floodplain or work where the total cost exceeds $10,000 to restore a home to pre-damage condition, you will need to complete …
Tips from the GHBA Remodelers Council In the aftermath of the recent devastating flooding, starting the recovery process is the next step. Stay safe and be patient as you focus on the obvious tasks of …
Information reposted courtesy of the U.S. Small Business Administration SBA Provides Deferments to Borrowers in Hurricane Affected Areas Effective immediately, SBA is providing an automatic 12 month deferment of principal and interest payments for SBA-serviced …
Texas Association of Builders National Association of Home Builders Disaster Recovery Resources Office of Governor Greg Abbott Texas Department of Public Safety | (512) 424-2138 Red Cross Salvation Army USA Better Business Bureau Federal Emergency …
On behalf of the building and remodeling industry in Texas, the members of the Texas Association of Builders want to express their heartfelt sympathies to anyone affected by the tropical storm and Hurricane Harvey that …
Important information for those who have sustained damage: Contact 3-1-1 If you haven’t done so already, please call 311 to report flooding in your home, business or in the street. City damage assessment teams will …
There are thousands of legitimate, ethical contractors in business around the country. Unfortunately, there are also scam artists looking to cheat you out of your money who pose as legitimate contractors. These “fly-by-night” operators often …