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The Winnebago Home Builders Association (WHBA), a not-for-profit trade organization, provides resources, services and education about the housing industry to our members and our communities. WHBA promotes attainable, quality housing through industry leadership, ethical business practices and community and government involvement. Click on the toolbar on the left to learn more about the association. You can find a list of member businesses, learn how to apply for membership and read more about our annual Parade of Homes and Home Show. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mark Your Calendar for WHBA's Upcoming Events Home and Garden Show - March 12-14, 2010 Parade of Homes - April 16-18 and 22-25, 2010 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Home and Garden Show Exhibitors click here for the 2010 Exhibitor Contract FREE SEMINAR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2010 DOORS OPEN AT 6:00, PROGRAM AT 6:30 ROBBINS RESTAURANT RSVP to WHBA (920) 235-2962 by Mon., Feb. 1 Tax credits are now available to both first-time (upto $8,000) and repeat (upto $6,500), home-buyers. Enjoy dessert and coffee while you learn about the sweet deals (tax credits) available to home buyers. A local panel of experts will present the facts and answer your questions. Chad Miller, Mortgage/Private Banking Officer, FNB Fox Valley Steve Poeschl, ABR, First Weber Group Michelle O'Mahoney, Residential Mortgage Lender, Marshall & Ilsley M&I Bank Kris Villars, ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES, Re/MAX ON THE WATER Amy Bargenquast, CPA, The Sullivan Group
Builders get your continuing education credits here! WHBA is offering many continuing education courses for any builder or subcontractor. Click here for more information or to register for an upcoming class. Upcoming Classes: Lead Safe Renovator Training Presented by: Milwaukee Lead/Asbestos Information Center, Inc. April 8, 2010 Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification 8.0 Hrs. of Credit
This course is designed to educate students how to work in a lead safe manner. This course meets HUD's requirement for 1 day lead safe training. This course is required before attending the Lead Abatement Work Course. No abatement work can be conducted by attending this course by itself. This course is mandated for people performing non-abatement activities in properties with a Wisconsin "Lead Safe" certificate. Topics covered: background of lead, health effects, regulations, interim controls, and cleanup & disposal. This class meets the EPA New Criteria for the policy that is coming into effect April 2010! Important reminder: One person per crew will need to complete this course for any renovations conducted after April 2010. Fee: $260 Lead Safe Renovator Training Wednesday, March 31, 2010 8am - 5pm WHBA Office | 4041 State Rd. 91 Suite A | Oshkosh, WI 54904 Cost: $225 for WBA members | $275 for Non-members Class is full As of April 22, 2010, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services along with the EPA is requiring those involved in renovations in homes built before 1978, disturbing more than 6 square feet of interior space or more than 20 square feet of exterior space to have Wisconsin Lead-Safe Renovator certification. This could include remodeling, repair, rehab, weatherization, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, window refinishing, carpentry etc. This 8 hour course meets the required training to apply for certification through the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. In addition those holding a Dwelling Contractor Qualifier will also earn 8 hours of continuing education credits. In class you will learn about: • Regulations• Proper lead safe practices during setup • Proper lead safe practices while the work is being completed• Proper lead safe practices during clean-up• Recordkeeping• Training non-certified renovation workersTo learn more: www.dhs.wi.gov/lead/To register: Click here or call 608-242-5151 ext. 24
Beginning July 1, 2009, building contractor businesses in Wisconsin need to be registered with the state Department of Commerce, Safety and Buildings Division. The four -year, $25 per year, Building Contractor Registration (BCR) will be for businesses whose work is regulated under any of the Commerce codes affecting commercial buildings, places of employment, one- and two-family dwellings, and public swimming pools. People holding dwelling contractor certifications WILL NOT need the BCR to obtain one- and two-family permits, but they may want the registration to do commercial construction work. Tips on Choosing a Builder or Remodeler Building a home is probably one of the largest investments you will make in your lifetime. For that reason, it is essential that you do your homework when selecting a builder. Our How to Choose a Builder or Remodeler flyer will provide you with tips and suggestions to assist in your search for the right builder or remodeler for you. Find out why Doing Business with a WHBA Member has its advantages! |
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