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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

FISHING TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIPS AND TEAMS STILL AVAILABLE

Registration is still open, and sponsorships are available for ASA-HC’s annual fall fishing tournament, Reel It In! on Oct. 5. Whether you’re an avid fisherman with your own boat, or you’ve never held a fishing pole in your hand, we’ve got you covered. In our “Guided” boat category we’ll supply the boat, licensed guide and … 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

ASA White Paper Helps Subcontractors Master Payment for Stored Materials

Construction subcontractors that purchase and store materials in advance for their portion of a project face a special set of payment concerns. The ASA white paper Mastering Payment for Stored Materials reviews these risks, discusses industry practices, and recommends steps a subcontractor can take to protect itself. For example, if bid documents don’t address payment … READ MORE

12th ANNUAL FIESTA ON THE BEACH A SUCCESS!

On Saturday, Aug. 25, ASA-HC held its 12th annual Fiesta on the Beach at AIA’s annual Sandcastle Competition on East Beach in Galveston. The members-only event offers free food and drinks and a cool, shady place to relax during the competition. A HUGE thank you to the committee that puts this event together, the great … READ MORE

September Educational Events

Sept. 11 – Foremen Series: Laser Certification (English) Sept. 18 – Foremen Series: Laser Certification (Spanish) Sept. 20 – General Lunch Meeting: Root Cause of Safety Complacency  

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 the … READ MORE

Gathering Information About Your Prospective Clients

According to ASA’s The Prime Contractor Factor, the primary ingredient in a customer evaluation program is information. Naturally, you will have a clearer idea of the answers to your questions for customers that you have previously worked for, since you have first-hand experience of their business practices. You may even schedule interviews with prospective customers … READ MORE

FOREMEN SERIES: LASER CERTIFICATION

On Sept. 11 (English) and Sept. 18 (Spanish) ASA-HC will offer a one-hour program for laser certification. This course will cover basic concepts, an explanation of the different types of lasers and their hazards, industry safety standards, and hazard control measures to follow when duties require you to operate a laser or to be present … READ MORE

Applications for ASA’s Certificate of Excellence in Ethics Due Dec. 7, 2018

The deadline to submit your application for ASA’s Certificate of Excellence in Ethics is Dec. 7, 2018. The ethics certificate is not an awards competition, but rather a program recognizing subcontractors for their commitment to ASA values like quality construction and a safe and healthy work environment. Details, resources, and the application are located under … READ MORE