Welcome to the Southwest Montana Building Industry Association

The Southwest Montana Building Industry Association (SWMBIA) is a Bozeman-based trade association representing over 10,000 residential home building and remodeling industry members.  We are concerned professionals working with pride and integrity to provide housing to southwest Montana. Affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders and the Montana Building Industry Association, the Association provides advocacy, networking and educational resources to Members.  Together this three-tiered federation also provides information and resources for consumers, such as tips for selecting a contractor, home ownership checklists, historical information and housing trends.

2010 Parade of Homes

September 11-12, 17, 18-19

Weekends 10am-6pm  Friday 4pm-9pm

For a Sneak Peak at the Parade Homes click HERE

Tickets available September 1st  $8 at Outlets, $10 at Parade Homes.  Click HERE for a list of Outlets

2010 Parade of Homes Magazines will be given to attendees at Parade Homes.  Map to Parade Homes   Written Directions to Parade Homes


Mesda Tech Columbus

Parade of Homes Kick-Off Party

Wednesday, September 1st

Riverside Country Club (2500 Springhill Road)

6pm Cocktails

$23/Each Prime Rib of Beef

Reservations Required! 

Join the Parade of Homes Builders as we celebrate the 2010 Parade of Homes!

 

 

With the recent damaging hailstorm, we urge everyone to carefully select their contractor. 

Checklist for Hiring a Contractor

Do your homework before having work done on your home.

Use this checklist to help you select a builder or remodeler to work on or build your home.

  • Does the Contractor have a permanent business location and a good reputation with local banks, suppliers and tradesmen?
  • How long have they been in the building business? It usually takes three to five years to establish a financially sound business. Will they be around after the construction is complete to service any warranties?
  • Have you called your local Better Business Bureau? They can alert you to any complaints.
  • Does the Contractor have sufficient workers compensation and general liability insurance? If not, you may be liable for any construction-related accidents on your premises.
  • Will the Contractor provide you with names of previous customers? Ask them if they would hire the Contractor again.
  • Have you seen the Contractors work, both completed and in progress? Check for quality of workmanship and materials.
  • Are you able to communicate with the Contractor? Remember you will be in close contact with them throughout the construction process.
  • Will the contractor provide you with a complete and clearly written contract? The contract will benefit both of you. Review it carefully.
  • Be cautious of unusually low-priced bids. If the contractor is unable to pay for the materials and labor as the project proceeds, this may indicate a potential problem.

More tips for consumers at the National Association of Home Builders www.nahb.org

Visit SWMBIA's Membership Page for a list of Members to help you with your next project or call the office (406) 585-8181

The Montana Department of Labor & Industry Construction Contractor Registration Unit (406) 444-7734 www.MTContractor.com

The Better Business Bureau www.bbb.org