<p> THE HOME BUILDERS & REMODELERS ASSOCIATION OF WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS – An Overview –</p><p>Our association serves as a regional resource promoting professionalism and quality in the residential construction industry in Western Massachusetts since 1939. We are…</p><p> The industry focal point for information on housing and home construction  An advocate for quality, affordable housing for the citizens of Western Massachusetts  An educational resource for contractor training, skill development and mandatory continuing education  A networking hub for builders and the entire industry </p><p>The Home Builders & Remodelers’ Association of Western Massachusetts is the “source” for services and information for the general public and consumers of residential construction and remodeling services…</p><p> Referrals to industry professionals for every aspect of the residential construction process  A Consumer Resource Center to provide ideas and important information  A qualified, trained staff capable of answering questions and solving problems  Educational programming developed for the residential construction market to keep builders and remodelers abreast of all the changes in every changing rules and regulations covering the construction industry  Training to increase technical expertise and create a better consumer  Programs and publications providing ease of access to the industry and its members, including an annual Home Show – the “Original” Western Massachusetts Home and Garden Show; the annual Consumer Guide to the Home Building Industry and an up-to-the-minute web site, www.hbrawm.com</p><p>The individuals and member companies of the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Western Massachusetts support community services and work hard to make the region a better place to live and work…</p><p> Ongoing support for all of the region’s vocational schools, with funding and material for projects, technical expertise, extra-curricular training and direct student scholarships  Participation with community based groups such as the American Red Cross Hometown Heroes, the Shriners Children’s Hospital, Rebuild Together Springfield, the American Cancer Society, Harmony House, Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity and many others</p><p>The Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Western Massachusetts has a firm commitment to the citizens of the region, and works hard to help them realize the greatest element of the "American Dream" – a home of their own which is within their means, reflecting their own personal tastes and preferences. Visit or call us to learn more about our organization, its benefits and its services.</p><p>Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Western Massachusetts 240 Cadwell Drive – Springfield, Massachusetts 01104 (413) 733-3126 – Fax (413) 781-8416 E-mail [email protected] Web Sites www.hbrawm.com www.westernmasshomeshow.com </p>