Testimonies

We could spend all day telling you about the benefits of being a member of the Home Builders Association of Lexington, but we’d prefer to let our members help us as well.  The list below provides testimonies from Builders, Remodelers, Associates, and Developers.  Want to know more about the Association from a member standpoint?  Use the directory and call the members who have provided a testimony.

Mr. Electric of Central Kentucky
Dana Philpot
Our experience and membership with the local HBA has been very beneficial.  We take advantage of the classes offered locally in small classrooms in their office.  The most positive business aspect of our membership is that we have the option for workers compensation, at a greatly reduced rate, with the KENTUCKY ASSOCIATED GENERAL CONTRACTORS Self Insurer’s Fund.  The AGC-SIF has been wonderful to work with and we are blessed to have had this connection for our business through our local HBAL.

Via Vitae Development, LLC
James Monroe
Our membership with the Home Builders Association of Lexington has been a vital part of our business and growth during these uncertain economic times.  The HBAL has presented several different opportunities to our company that has allowed our company to see a 210% increase in net profit in 2008 from 2007 and a 173% increase in 2009 from 2008. Though our involvement with the HBAL we have learned how to improve our estimating, control job cost, overall quality, the value of ENERGY STAR and Green Build KY.  Via Vitae Development, LLC, would not be the company we are today without the Home Builders Association of Lexington. 

Blue Grass Home Entertainment, Inc.
Dan B. Moore, President
Over the past 16 years, we have grown from a fairly small (for the most part – unknown) local Audio/ Video company to one that holds a strong presence & widely known company in Central Kentucky!  When I look back, I can honestly say that the HBAL has been a great partner and a big reason for that growth.  Mainly, the HBAL helped us with creditability, exposure and has helped us build strong fellow member – relationships (which helped us grow and is currently helping us during these tough times).  Over the years, the HBAL has also helped us hold events (like the Member Mingles) and they held events like the Table Top Associate Member Trade Shows, Golf Scrambles, BBQ’s and Family outings to mention a few.  These all helped us get face-to-face time with not only Builders, but other groups like Realtors, Architects, etc…   The HBAL & their staff have always been very active and driven to help not only us, but all their members and associate members grow.  We feel like we are part of a large FAMILY and brag about that relationship!  Thank you HBAL!   

Sincerely, 
Dan

Modern Property Management, Inc.
Tim Scott, Principal Broker
Home Builders Association of Lexington provided invaluable assistance in understanding the Renovation, Repair and Painting Lead Safety laws, regulations and qualifications, providing assistance in completing applications and forms, and sponsoring turnkey instruction for members to qualify as certified Lead Paint renovators.  Workers comp insurance through HBAL is close to half of the premium from our previous insurer.  Local staff are always friendly and knowledgeable, ready to share information and contacts.  All in all, HBAL is one of the most beneficial organizations we belong to.

Lansing Building Products
Scott Via, Branch Manager
The Home Builders Association has opened new doors for our company.  The outings and council meetings have given us an opportunity to communicate with other that are in our line of business to get new ideas and foresight.  It has been a pleasure working with the local HBAL group and look forward to continuing our relationship with them in years to come.

Howard Properties
Stephen Howard
At first, I joined the HBA as a marketing tool for my business.  Then I became involved and discovered a wealth of knowledge capital.  From educational seminars, annual state/national conventions and local committee involvement, the opportunities to grow are limitless.  My advice to new members… get active and participate!  Your time invested in the HBA will grow your business exponentially.

Amzac Garage Doors
Prudence Daniels
Amzac Garage Doors, Inc. is a family owned business that has three generations of Newman’s proudly serving the Central Kentucky area. Joining the Home Builders Association of Lexington has helped our company show the building community that Amzac Garage Doors, Inc. can not only provide top quality and unique products but outstanding customer service as well. In today’s market it is important for Builders to know that there are more options when it comes to hiring a garage door installation company. I highly recommend for any family owned company to join the HBAL to take advantage of the networking opportunities which will help promote business growth.

Greater Lexington Insurance Agency
David Thornton
We joined the HBAL to support a handful of clients and we have been growing with the association since. If you derive your income, directly or indirectly, from residential construction or reconstruction, you should join the HBAL. The association protects the industry and provides innumerable opportunities to promote your goods or services. The friendships that I have developed and the accounts that have been written make our membership dues the best money we spend.

Lexington Building Supply
David Hyman
There is no better way for an associate to meet quality, creditworthy builders than through the homebuilders association of Lexington…  during the phases of my career in the lumber business, truck driver, inside sales, outside sales and general manager, the path was made easier as my involvement in the HBAL increased.

My original goal in the association was to get to know all of the builders thinking that a few would buy something from me. I did and they did.  I thought the next course of action would be for me to get involved in committees and work my way onto the board of directors and that would increase my business.  I did and it did. 

If your business is related to homebuilding, the level of your success will be proportionate to your involvement in the HBAL.  Trust me, if you want Lexington area builders to trust you, support the organization that supports all of us.

Kentucky American Water
Greg Tomko
Membership in LOCAL community organizations like THE HBA provides opportunities for us to LISTEN TO OUR customers AND RESPOND TO their needs. Our ultimate goal is to provide RELIABLE WATER SERVICE AND QUALITY WATER to all of our customers, and OUR HBA MEMBERSHIP IS KEY TO solid, two-way communication.

Clay-Inglels
Bill Chapman
Clay Ingels is a charter member of HBAL and has continually supported the local home building industry.  My father-in-law, Buster Givens, and Eddie Griffin were instrumental in the early years of the association.

The HBAL is the voice of our industry in the legislative and regulatory process. That’s paramount to all of us.

Being a member says that we care about what HBAL stands for – responsible growth, environmental awareness and creating a better quality of life in Central Kentucky.

The Brock-McVey Company
Bill Fowler
HBA Lexington does an absolute wonderful job for my business with Brock-McVey. I deal pretty much exclusively with homebuilders and there is not a better avenue to meet and mingle with the decision makers. HBAL offers several venues each year for even new members to meet and get introduced to several people in the industry. These are not only terrific contacts, but as I have found out some of the nicest people you would ever want to meet. I have not only made great contacts, but have made some lasting friendships as well. I highly recommend HBAL to anyone associated in any way in the homebuilding industry.

Epipihany Foam Insulation
Jim DeBold
The HBA has helped opened doors for us that otherwise would have been shut.  We have found that potential clients encourage us to join the HBA and when we tell them that we are already members they react positively.  Joining the HBA has helped us in problem solving, networking at social events, and educational seminars.  To this point it has proven to be our best investment.

Clay Ingels
Rob Franklin
Our membership in the Home Builders Association of Lexington has been a tremendous asset to our company. Our employees have been able to meet and network with the movers and shakers in our industry. Educational opportunities are second to none and the exchange of ideas energizes our business. At Clay Ingels we highly value our long relationship with the HBA of Lexington and recommend membership to any professional seeking the inside track to success!

J&R Construction Services
Jimmy McKinney
I have really enjoyed the continuing education classes that the association offers to help keep us better educated and informed.  Along with the Remodelor’s Council and the social events, the association has been a great way to network and generate business, thru the exposure on our website with the logo, and the stickers for our trucks.  We also enjoy great benefits with discounted work comp. and heath insurance.  I recently bought a new Dell computer for our office and I got a total of 20% off the complete system just for being a member of the association.  The long lasting relationships that we have started I plan to keep for many years to come.  We have also benefited from the doing business with a member, for this gives us great peace of mind and pride that we are using companies that support our industry.  The main benefit for us is that it separates us from the Joe Schmo that is not a member and does anything to cut our legs off to get a job.  We serve many clients and it shows them that we truly care about what we do.  We try to be involved with the association as much as possible for if you don’t use the association, for it is a member driven association, you won’t get much out of it.  I encourage all members to be a part of the association in one way or another because if you are a member and you don’t participate in some way, why are you in the association in the first place?  Thanks again for all you do for us.

2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Corporation
John Sizemore
The HBA has been an outlet for me to build my business, personal relationships, and a confidence for each of my customers. The ongoing changes in the market place, weather in education, or on the political front, the HBA is there laying the ground work for continual uninterrupted Residential Construction. It is because of the HBA that the builder is able to build, and the associates to market their products. This and many others reasons is why I encourage builders to be a Member, and do business with a Member.

Padgett Construction
Tom Padgett
The HBAL is a professionally run organization that provides education, training and a vehicle for our local industry to be represented and promoted as a group of professionals who want the best for our community.  The leadership and support provided by the staff of HBAL is an invaluable component of being in the building business in Lexington.

LCM Company
Linden Long
I’m a partner in a large residential development in Branson, Missouri and being a member of the HBA has provided the resources necessary to obtain the guidance & training required to help the project be a success.  The HBA provides invaluable tools for small businesses like LCM Company.

Fifth Third Bank
Robert Adkins
I recently joined the HBA after relocating back to Lexington with 5/3 bank.  I immediately started going to the various HBA social functions and found out there are many builders and suppliers I knew prior to leaving Lexington.  I have already set up several lunches and sit downs with several local builders.  Just last week I received one referral from a builder wanting a construction loan.  HBA is by far the best association I have been apart of since moving back.  I am really optimistic about developing more business relationships through HBA in the future.

Willis Klein Residential Sales
Terri Naiser
Our Home Builders Membership has been great for not only for our business but for us personally.  Home Builders allows us to network with our Customers in professional as well as relaxed and fun settings.  We love the opportunity to participate in functions that not only help us grow as a company, but where friendships and business relationships are formed. I would encourage any one who wants to learn about our industry, make a new friend, find true partners in business or just have fun, join HBA today!! It is a key to success.

John M. Considine, General Contractor
John Considine
John M. Considine, General Contracting, Inc. joined the HBAL in 2002 in order to help the business survive during an economic downturn.  However, increased exposure is just one of the benefits enjoyed by our company’s membership.  Our company is developing more professionalism through education and safety programs.  These programs mitigate risk for our company and our clients as well.  Other benefits include group health insurance, help with contracts and conflict resolution, networking and volunteer opportunities, and established relationships with an organization full of qualified subcontractors and suppliers.  John M. Considine, General Contracting, Inc. is a proud to be an active member of the Homebuilders Association of Lexington.

Padgett Construction
Greg Padgett
I have enjoyed greatly getting to know the other builders, remodelers, subcontractors and suppliers in our industry. The networking opportunities provided by the HBAL are invaluable.

Meade Concrete Products
Bill Meade
Our membership in the Home Builders Association has helped us keep our finger on the pulse beat of the Central Kentucky construction industry.  From forecasting to educational seminars and community projects, the association keeps its’ members informed and up-to-date.  I would encourage anyone associated with the building industry to join the HBA.  It could be one of the best business decisions you make.

Custom Metalworks
John Turner
As a new member of HBAL I am proud that my company will be affiliated with a large group of businesses that support professionalism. If your business takes pride in the quality of work and the manner in which you complete that work then this is a great place to meet and work with like minded people. I’ve been a member for less than a month and I have received two resumes and the opportunity two bids a nice job just from being in the member directory.

Brill & Co.
Mike Brill
There have been many benefits to joining the Home Builders Remodelers Council.  Education, networking, and getting the Brill & Company name in front of the public.  The education we’ve gotten to learn how to run my business, as well as learning in advance about new issues for our industry.  With networking and talking to and learning from local and national Remodelers and Builders.  I know that being a member has helped to promote my company to the public in ways like the Tour of Remodeled Homes, as well as awards we have received.

ProSource Wholesale Floor Coverings
Barb Fraser
We joined the HBAL when we opened our doors eight years ago. I can truly say that it helped jumpstart our business. Getting involved on committees & participating in HBAL events is where we’ve benefited most.  This is where you make one on one contact with people who are very willing to help you and your company and share their knowledge of our market and the building industry.  You get to know them and they introduce you to other people and it’s like dominos.  We have not only developed new business with realtors, home builders and remodelers, but also built partnerships with many other associate members that we network with.  We have a great group of people in our association and its fun to be a part of it!

Martin’s Sanitation Service
Mike Thornton
We have increased business with our portable toilet rentals solely due to more exposure through members who stand behind the Lexington HBA.  Advertising in local phone books and etc. have not exposed us to the home builders and contractors in the Lexington area as much as the HBA and its members.  No matter how much we strive to earn new business most contractors have become accustomed to listening to the same old lines and promises of better service, weekly service, etc.  They refuse to give you a chance, thinking that your company will just be the same.  Although we have become a trend setter in offering clean portable toilets, weekly service on the same day each week, very competitive rates, and great customer service, without the dedication of the HBA members that we service and their word of mouth, I know that our company would not be as successful.  I have already talked to many people about the benefits of the HBA, what it means to our company and will continue to encourage new membership whenever the opportunity presents itself.

A.G. Perry Insurance
Donna Pile
What is important about the association is that it exists solely for the benefit of all who come under its umbrella.  You are the advocate for and the educator of the contracting businesses .The association keeps members informed of regulations, building code updates and enforcements, new materials, legal, regulatory and legislative issues that will affect how contractors do business.    From an insurance industry point of view, the more educated and informed our contractors become the lower the risk of loss by any means.  (Noting in a recent tornado in Lexington, the newspaper reported that had the quality of materials used been upgraded one more level. the less likely the wind would have caused the damage that occurred. Now which contractor wants that stamp of “shoulda coulda woulda” work ethic or education on how little more it would have taken to avoid a catastrophic loss to that property? ) A look at the changes in building codes in  Florida and Louisiana can give a little insight in how the industry must now look at “how” it builds and the wind and flood it can sustain.      Quality of construction and materials is critical to the insurance industry in rating for and evaluating potential risk.    Poor construction and lack of information from building regulation to permits… hurts the public as a whole.  Enormous amounts of money are paid for claims that occur merely because of poor quality of construction or materials or a contractor who was not knowledgeable about what he was doing………..  HBAL and your national association…….. Are the folks who keep your building industry in good stead and on the cutting edge?   Your role is important to both the contractor, and the public.  Your members most assuredly are the more informed and more educated of the industry because they care enough to join and participate in the future of their industry and to protect the free market we all so love…… Contractors, who view themselves as professionals, generally respect their work and that of their counterparts as leaving a lasting mark on the landscape.    I was recently in Scotland and noted buildings that have been standing since the 1300’s……………… now that is leaving a lasting mark on the landscape.        Secondly I think HBAL’s networking opportunities are tremendous and are of significant value to any member.  You can find out very quickly who the best of the best is in this area. !!!     Last but by far not the least, is the AGC program that literally is a gift to contractors.   Workers compensation in Kentucky is a challenge.  To be able to keep a self insured fund solvent and working on behalf of your members is a critical part of your association business.   the risk management teaches your contractors how to avoid or reduce claims while protecting employees and managers  and monthly reporting helps keep my clients from experiencing large audits and or renewals that can literally put a business on the  line.

The Flooring and Furniture Gallery
Hobart Woods
When business with a single cause work together you have a stronger voice on matters that reflect upon your livelihood. The HBA gives us this voice. The HBA gives the members the opportunity to meet and develop long term working relationships that can be transformed into working partnerships.

Showcase Showers
Susan Young
This year, while we were deciding whether to renew our HBAL membership, a few hours later, we received a phone call, requesting an estimate for a new shower enclosure.  We asked the client how they were referred to us since they lived out of town and they said they located us through the HBAL website.  We also have had contractors who we work with, attempt to recruit us to join the HBAL.  We have been very proud to be able to say that we joined HBAL within a few weeks of starting our business, knowing that our membership would reflect our commitment to professional standards within the building industry.

Anderson Communities
Tracy Pearce
Joining HBA has been a great benefit to me and my career as a New Home Consultant.  I have had the opportunity to meet wonderful people who are in my area of business.  HBA is a fun, informative organization that gives the local homebuilding industry a great resource for learning and networking.

Walden Mortgage Group
Jeff Sharp
HBAL has allowed me to meet members of our association that I otherwise would not have had the opportunity to meet.  This interaction has helped create networking opportunities that help my business grow daily.