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Looking for a Builder or Remodeler? PDF Print E-mail
Click here for a listing of Local Associations across the state and connection to their websites along with builder/remodeler listings for that area. 
 
How to Choose a Builder PDF Print E-mail
If you're considering building a new home or remodeling the home you're in now, here's a checklist and important information to help you select your contractor.
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Look up Licenses PDF Print E-mail
The MAHB encourages professionalism in the building industry and takes pride that members are licensed with the State of Michigan.  Is your building or remodeling contractor licensed?  Check here.
 
Handling Disputes PDF Print E-mail
The MAHB urges you to deal with a professional contractor so you will be satisified at the end of your building or remodeling project.  However, the State of Michigan offers many suggestions for mediation, settlement and filing a complaint if you do find yourself unable to avoid a problem situation or a dispute.  Click here for information
 
Builder Designations PDF Print E-mail
Through the National Association of Home Builders, many of our members strive to reach the pinnacle of the home building industry by taking advantage of continuing education and earning special designations. The classes our members take improve their professionalism, skills, and businesses.  Click here for designation definitions.
 
CAPS Designations PDF Print E-mail

caps2007websitesmall.jpgFor a current lising of MAHB members who have earned their Certified Aging In Place Specialists (CAPS) please click here.

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House Keys - Consumer News from America's Home Builders PDF Print E-mail

October 3, 2008 - Website Link

March 24, 2008 - Website Link 

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NAHB Consumer Information PDF Print E-mail
Click here for additional consumer articles available at the National Association of Home Builders website.
 
Consumer Articles PDF Print E-mail

Assess Your Home's Efficiency with an Energy Audit - PDF Download

The Outstanding Value of Homeownership - PDF Download

Resist the Urge to Ignore Outdoor Home Fall Maintenance - PDF Download

Online Resources Can Help - PDF Download

 
Is it Easy Being Green? PDF Print E-mail

Is it hard to build green? Is it a lot more expensive?  Do you have to live in a straw-bale cottage or some other strange building to say you’re a green home owner?  No, no, and most decidedly no!

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Study Profiles Home of the Future PDF Print E-mail
New homes have changed dramatically over the past five decades.  Along the way, new homes have evolved to levels of comfort and sophistication that were virtually unimaginable even a generation ago.
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