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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: 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

ARE YOU PREPARED? OSHA NATIONAL SAFETY STAND-DOWN WEEK MAY 7-11

In conjunction with OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down week May 7-11, 2018, ASA-HC is asking all members to plan, or participate in, a safety stand-down during the week. Last year more than 12,000 ASA-HC member company employees took part in OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down week. This year, the ASA-HC Safety committee’s goal is 15,000 individuals! ASA-HC … READ MORE

Change Orders Webinar, Tuesday, May 8

Learn best practices regarding the all-too-common change order “dance,” how to come out a winner and even make a profit in “Change Orders.” Presenter Joe L. Katz, Esq., Huddles Jones Sorteberg & Dachille, P.C., will share legal secrets that general contractors don’t want you to know. Event Details

PHOTOS AND WINNERS FROM THE FRIDAY THE 13TH GOLF TOURNAMENT

On Friday, Apr. 13, ASA-HC held its annual Spring Golf Tournament at Cypresswood Golf Club. And the winnners are . . . 1st Place Team: Briggs Equipment Micah Lehmkuhl; Brandon Johnson; Rick Wilkenfeld; Caleb Jones 2nd Place Team: Joslin Construction Kory McNeill; Jeff Johnson; Brian Cudd; Pat Pollard 3rd Place Team: Marek Sawing & Drilling … READ MORE

HELP RECRUIT MEMBERS FOR ASA!

If you are interested in helping recruit new members for ASA, and/or in getting current members involved in the organization, contact Brianna Wright, asa@asahouston.org.

ASA and AGC Officers Discuss Top Industry and Public Policy Issues

During an April 6 meeting in New York City, national officers of the Associated General Contractors of America and ASA discussed top industry and public policy issues, including workforce shortages, price volatility in construction materials, prefabrication in construction, design delegation, and how the two groups can collaborate to increase the use of ConsensusDocs in the … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: LAPORTE CPAS & BUSINESS ADVISORS

“Doug Hidalgo and LaPorte CPAs & Business Advisors have been a valued partner of National Terrazzo Tile and Marble. For 14 years they have shown the construction industry depth, professionalism, and attention to detail that I need and expect in an accounting firm.”           Victor Longo, President, National Terrazzo Tile and Marble For over 50 … READ MORE

ARE YOU PREPARED? STAND-DOWN WEEK POSTERS AVAILABLE AT THURSDAY’S LUNCH

FREE “We Stand-Down For Safety” posters to use during OSHA’s National Stand-Down week May 7-11, will be available at Thursday’s general lunch meeting. This will be the last general meeting prior to stand-down week so make sure to get your posters! Pictures from last year’s stand-downs. Lunch meeting registration and event details.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Apr. 19 – General Lunch Meeting Cyber Security: What You Need to Know for Your Business and Your Personal Life Event Details Apr. 24 – Houston Fall Prevention Safety Day Event Details Apr. 25  – She Builds It (Women’s Peer Group) Event Details Apr. 26 – Lien & Bond Claim Seminar Event Details May 3 … READ MORE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND OFFICERS SLATE OF CANDIDATES

On Thursday, May 17, ASA-HC will hold its annual meeting and members will vote on the below listed slate of candidates for 2018-20 board terms and 2018-19 officers. Officer Terms for Jul. 1, 2018 – Jun. 30, 2019 President Ron LaRicci, Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd. Vice President Craig Peterson, Peterson-Beckner Industries, Inc. Secretary/Treasurer Tyler Althouse, … READ MORE