News & Blog

Stay up-to-date on the latest construction news and ASA-HC happenings. Useful information and tools are available to our members whenever they need it. To stay informed, click the links below:

Tap Into ASA: Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates

Brady, Chapman, Holland & Associates, Inc. (BCH) is an independent insurance agency specializing in helping businesses control their Total Cost of Risk (TCOR). Through their proprietary Risk Reduction Approach, BCH collaborates with businesses in identifying risks and offers long-term, strategic solutions.  For over 30 years, BCH has been providing risk reduction strategies to the construction … READ MORE

Annual Lunch Meeting and Meet the GC with Tellepsen – May 20

Join us on May 20th for our Annual Lunch Meeting including the Election of Officers and Directors, and Meet the GC with Tellepsen’s Terry Hargus, Senior Vice President and Susan Phillips, Safety Director.   2021 Election of Officers and Directors Officer Positions, Jul. 1, 2021 – Jun. 30, 2022 President: Tyler Althouse, Texas Moisture Protection … READ MORE

Newest Issue of Contractor’s Compass

The newest issue of ASA’s Contractor’s Compass is now available. Articles include: New section – Always Something Awesome – highlighting activities and achievements of our members Prompt Payment Laws: Know Your Rights! Mitigating Cash Flow Issues by Serving a Preliminary Notice Managing Cash Flow Through AI in the Construction Industry: Five Lessons for Leaders …and more! … READ MORE

Tap Into ASA: Melton & Melton, LLP

Melton & Melton, LLP is a Houston based public accounting firm serving middle-market companies in the construction industry and their owners since 1963.  We focus on building lasting personal relationships based on integrity, trust, and respect.  These relationships deepen our understanding of our clients’ issues and allow us to provide relevant, proactive advice and services.  … READ MORE

Planning for Recovery for Small Business Specialty Contractors

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 (11:00 AM – Noon) For the construction industry, 2020 was all about surviving and persevering through all the new challenges we faced from the pandemic. Now, 2021 will be all about planning for recovery as more regions go back to normal, projects get back on schedule, and more opportunities are available. … READ MORE

Tap Into ASA: Sunstate Equipment

Sunstate Equipment provides construction and industrial companies with quality construction rental equipment and tools.  Our reliable service and dedication to our customers continues to help them get their job done efficiently and safely. Renting a full line of quality, well-maintained construction equipment and machinery, from hand tools to heavy equipment, we have successfully competed against … READ MORE

Spring Golf Tournament A Success!

On Friday, Apr. 9, 2021, more than 30 teams enjoyed getting out to play golf at ASA-HC’s Annual Spring Golf Tournament at Cypresswood Golf Club. Winners 1st Place Team: Polk Mechanical team (52) 2nd Place Team: MAREK team (55 – tie went to best score on hole #5) 3rd Place Team: Empire Steel Erectors team … READ MORE

Tap Into ASA: LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors

For over 50 years, the construction industry professionals at LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors have demonstrated their experience and commitment to subcontractors and a wide range of other construction clients. In addition to our six certified construction industry financial professionals (CCIFPs), we are active in the ASA and contributed through sponsorships and board membership. As … READ MORE

Safety & Health Committee Launches “When Incidents Happen” Program

ASA-HC’s Safety & Health committee has developed a tool companies can use to assist them in determining when their employees, and others in the construction industry, are more likely to have a safety incident. Knowing when incidents are more likely to occur on jobsites, companies can limit their risk with targeted safety training. The “When … READ MORE

Labor Burden Shouldn’t Be a Burden – Free ASA Webinar 4/13

Join us on April 13th, 2021 at Noon Eastern for the upcoming ASA webinar, “Labor Burden Shouldn’t Be a Burden”, presented by Tonya Schulte, Construction Profitability Advisor. Gain a clear understanding of how to calculate labor burden rates. Plus, learn how coupling that knowledge with good software tools can help you help your business thrive. … READ MORE