Who Are We?

Founded in 1974, the Builders Association of Minnesota (BAM) is an organization of licensed contractors and remodelers who are committed to a code of ethics and ongoing training on the latest codes, technical requirements and building skills.

BAM works to improve the quality and professionalism of the state's home building industry and to protect homeowners through:

• Communication/consumer awareness information - educating consumers about how to select the right contractors for their projects

• Research - monitoring and suggesting improvements to building codes, techniques and materials

• Builder Education - developing and providing continuing education courses to builders and remodelers

• Legislation - affecting legislation and regulatory policy to improve the industry

BAM is affiliated with 15 local associations throughout the state, consisting of over 4,500 members. These local builders associations are the best resource available for finding the highest quality contractors and remodelers in every region of Minnesota.

The Benefits of Using Members of BAM

BAM-affiliated contractors are licensed professionals who:

• Build an estimated 40,000 homes per year

• Remodel over 100,000 homes per year

• Receive the highest quality training available on an ongoing basis

• Are active members of their communities

Licensed, BAM-affiliated contractors carry their own liability insurance and workers' compensation insurance, obtain building/remodeling permits for their clients, arrange for formal inspection of their work, and provide a 10-year warranty.

Unlicensed contractors are under no obligation to provide any of these consumer benefits, which exposes homeowners to significant financial risks ranging from medical costs to repairs to rebuilding.