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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: J D HERBERGER & ASSOCIATES, PC

J D Herberger & Associates, PC, a proud member of ASA – Houston since 2004, represents contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and owners in all phases of construction projects.  We have in depth experience with construction contracts, mechanics and materialmen’s liens, surety bonds, construction litigation, and other topics related to the construction industry.  J D Herberger & … READ MORE

SUBMIT YOUR COMPANY’S ‘NEWS OF NOTE’

ASA-HC Members: If you have news in your company that you would like ASA-HC to share, send it to Brianna Wright, asa@asahouston.org. News will be shared on ASA-HC’s social media platforms and in the monthly e-newsletter The SubScript.

ASA Has Specialty LinkedIn Discussion Forums for Project Managers, Estimators and More!

ASA is committed to providing national networking opportunities for its members—such as in-person special events and activities during SUBExcel 2018, as well as online networking through ASA’s social media channels like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. To expand opportunities for project managers, superintendents/foremen, estimators and many others, ASA has created 11 specialty discussion forums on LinkedIn … READ MORE

FASA Video-on-Demand Examines ‘Prompt Payment and How/When to Suspend Work’

In the video-on-demand, “Prompt Payment and How/When to Suspend Work,” presenter Jason Ebe, Esq., Snell & Wilmer, LLP, discusses best practices for ensuring prompt payment of invoices and shares tips for how to mitigate your own damages by suspending work without breaching your subcontract and getting yourself fired, replaced and sued. “Prompt Payment and How/When … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: FROST BANK

The largest Texas-based financial institution that operates only in Texas, Frost has been helping Texans with their financial needs for almost 150 years. With more than 125 locations across Texas, including 29 in the Houston area, Frost provides banking, investments and insurance to individuals and businesses. Over the years, our size, capabilities and technologies have … READ MORE

BUILDING LEADERS DEVELOPMENT GROUP (BLDG) BOWL-A-RAMA

The next BLDG event is set for Nov. 9 at Bowl & Barrel in CityCentre. BLDG is for you if you: Are in the construction industry; Are under the age of 35; Would like to connect with your peers. There is no charge to attend the event (cash bar and bowling) but pre-registration is encouraged. … READ MORE

ASA CHAPTERS IN ARIZONA AND OKLAHOMA HELP HOUSTON MEMBERS AFFECTED BY HARVEY

Over the past two weeks, more than $2,500 in gift cards have been distributed to ASA-Houston Chapter member employees who were severely impacted by Harvey. The gift cards were donations from members of ASA of Arizona and ASA of Oklahoma. Immediately after Harvey, both chapters put a call out to their members to donate gift … READ MORE

Attorneys to Discuss Using Drones in Oct. 24 ASA Webinar

In the Oct. 24 ASA webinar, “Using Drones: What Subcontractors Need to Know,” attorneys Brian Esler, P.C., and Seth Row, Miller Nash Graham & Dunn, LLP, will explain what subcontractors need to know to use drones legally on the job, including the new FAA regulations on drone use, and what steps to take to minimize … READ MORE

TAP INTO ASA: DOEREN MAYHEW

Founded in 1932, Doeren Mayhew is a leading group of Houston CPAs and trusted advisors who go beyond traditional accounting to help mid-sized businesses grow and prosper.  A top 100 firm by INSIDE Public Accounting, Doeren Mayhew has a dedicated Construction Group that serves hundreds of the nation’s privately owned subcontractors and general contractors, specializing … READ MORE