Why Become A DCHBA Member?

Stay with us!  8 reasons why DCHBA is the place to be now!

 Thank you for your membership, and enclosed please find details about renewing to keep benefits of the Door County Home Builders Association (DCHBA) coming your way.

Your DCHBA membership is especially important now. So, stay associated with DCHBA.  We included some comments from your colleagues on the value of DCHBA. Take a look:

 1. Continuing education classes:  Programs like the lead safe renovator training classes in spring 2010 were filled to capacity and made it possible for DCHBA members to meet state requirements. Expect more intriguing topics in 2010 and beyond!

"DCHBA members are on the cutting edge of construction trends. How would people find out about housing industry issues over the years if they were not linked to us?" Tom Borkovetz, Borkovetz Building & Supply, Sturgeon Bay.

 2. Showcase of Homes: This marquee spring event-a tour of new homes and remodels--is open exclusively to DCHBA members, allowing them to meet personally with truly interested housing prospects. "We have received jobs-large and small-after participating in the DCHBA Showcase of Homes," Adam Deuchert, A. J. Deuchert Construction, Forestville.

 3. Home & Garden Expo: Another marquee event of the DCHBA is held annually in Door County to acquaint homeowners with what's new and popular in building and remodeling.

"People like to meet with builders and other suppliers in person at the Expo exhibits and seminars. Customers have told us 'We feel comfortable. Let's get going with this project,'" Kevin Guilette, Countrywide Construction, Maplewood.

 4. Scholarships: DCHBA cares about the future of the home building profession and coordinates an annual scholarship program and participates in the Door Kewaunee Business & Education partnership (DKBEP).  "DCHBA reaches out to the local community and sponsors events that support teens interested in the profession," Deb Counard, Valley Cabinet, Inc., Sturgeon Bay.

 5. Networking: Monthly general membership meetings provide opportunity to meet others and develop relationships.  "DCHBA, as well as its companion Door County Development Council, have afforded me priceless opportunities to meet people and also inform them of our services," Ron Trimberger, Door County Interiors & Design, Egg Harbor.

 6. Cellcom phone plan: DCHBA members enjoy discounts while keeping their workers, in vast locations, connected.  "We have been able to receive phenomenal discounts, as a DCHBA member, that would otherwise not be available to us," Jack Gigstead, PortSide Builders, Inc., Sturgeon Bay. Other discounts are available through the Wisconsin Builders Association's insurance services.

 7. Annual golf outing: Enjoy one of Door County's beautiful golf courses while networking with others. "And the event also raises money for the Wisconsin Builders Association's Political Action Committee (PAC), which works to advance our industry and help homeowners," Jeff Dorner, Van's Lumber & Custom Builders, Dyckesville and Egg Harbor.   

  8. A 3 for 1 membership value: Don't forget. Your annual dues includes membership in three organizations and is an outstanding value: the local Door County Home Builders Association, the state Wisconsin Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders.

 "The members are out there working hard for our industry. Any time I talk to a new builder, who comes into the area, I encourage them to be part of the DCHBA," John Wiese, WE Builders, Inc., Sturgeon Bay.

  For more information, contact Nancy Harvey at 920-743-6303 or anyone of the officers on the board.