Why Become a Member?

As a member of the builders association you’ll receive the benefits and access to all the resources provided by local, state and national builders associations.

Top 8 Reasons to Become a Builder Association Member

1. Get Informed on Changes to State Laws Impacting Your Industry

From building codes to environmental/land use impacts, to the home warranty law, every year the Minnesota Legislature and state agencies attempt to make changes that impact the way you do business. Your membership gives the industry a strong voice in the process and gives you access to the most recent information through updates and industry specific white papers.

2. Have a Voice in the Laws and Rules That Impact Your Industry

Membership strengthens the industry voice at the State Capitol as we lobby to pass laws that make sense. Membership also gives you the opportunity to take the extra step by getting involved in the political process. Your voice will be heard when you are a member of BAM.

3. Have a Voice in the Courts

The Minnesota Courts have all made decisions that influence your business. One court decision can radically change your insurance rates or flip the home warranty on its head. BAM takes an active role in the courts by filing briefs representing the industry’s position on cases about the industry.

4. Industry Research and Code Advocacy and Best Practices

BAM proposes code changes that make sense and fight code changes based on untested theories. BAM is an active member of the International Code Council and has attended and testified at the most recent national code hearings. BAM also provides members with the latest building code information; best building practices; and economic data at no additional cost to your membership.

5. Insurance Solutions

The residential construction industry requires special insurance coverage and who better to provide your insurance than a program built by you. As a BAM member you have access to coverage from The Builders Group for workers’ comp and from Continental Western Group for general liability.

6. Discounts

Member discount programs will save you money on products and services such as: Holiday Station fuel discounts, Verizon wireless services and Office Depot products. Don’t miss out on these money saving opportunities. Our members saved over $27,000 in fuel purchases in 2008 from Holiday.

7. Quality Education

Each December, we offer a one-day symposium with 7 hours of education with the most up to date industry issues.

8. The Latest Information

Subscriptions to local, state and national industry print and electronic publications keep members informed of industry trends and best building and business practices.