Carbon Builders Association

09/01/2026

Want to go to the The International Builders' Show (IBS)? Save Big and Register Early. Not a Member, but want to go? Join now. https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

09/01/2026

Registration is open TODAY for the The International Builders' Show (IBS)

💰 **THE $540 CHALLENGE — POST #2**
🏠 **THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW**

We're putting Carbon Builders Association membership to the test!

**Can a $540 annual membership deliver $540 or more in value to your business?**

Here's another opportunity to add to the total.

🌟 **Registration for the 2027 NAHB International Builders’ Show® opens September 1!**

📍 Las Vegas
📅 February 2–4, 2027

IBS is one of the biggest events in the residential construction industry, bringing together building professionals, new products, demonstrations, education and networking all in one place.
💥 THE MEMBER ADVANTAGE

During September:

🔨 **NAHB Member Expo Pass — FREE**

🎓 **First-Time Member Attendee Expo+Education Pass — $195** for qualifying members

Compare that with the September **non-member Expo+Education price of $625.**

That's a potential **$430 difference!**

And that's just **one membership benefit.**

Building materials. Vehicle programs. Manufacturer rebates. Business resources. Education. Industry events.

It all adds up.

# # # ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE $540 CHALLENGE?

Don't just ask:

**“What does membership cost?”**

Ask:

👉 **“What is NOT being a member costing my business?”**

Join Carbon Builders Association today and start putting your membership to work.

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

**$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

*First-time member attendee pricing is subject to NAHB eligibility requirements.*

09/01/2026

🏠 CBA CONSUMER TIP:
Why the Cheapest Bid May Cost You More

You’ve decided to remodel your kitchen, replace your roof, build an addition, or tackle another home improvement project. You get several estimates—and one is significantly cheaper than the others.

It can be tempting to immediately choose the lowest price.

But before you do, ask an important question:

Why is this bid so much lower?

Contractors don't always price a project the same way. A lower estimate could simply mean one contractor operates more efficiently—but it can also mean important costs are missing.

🔨 Make sure you're comparing the same project.

One contractor may include higher-quality materials, proper preparation, cleanup, permits, disposal costs, or other necessary work while another estimate leaves those items out.

A bid isn't really cheaper if you end up paying for those things later.

⚠️ Watch for allowances that seem too low.

An estimate might include an allowance for flooring, cabinets, fixtures, countertops, or other materials. If those allowances aren't realistic for the products you're expecting, the final price can quickly increase once selections are made.

📋 Ask exactly what is—and isn't—included.

A professional estimate or contract should clearly define the scope of work. Don't be afraid to ask questions such as:

• What materials are included?
• Who is responsible for permits?
• Is demolition and disposal included?
• What happens if unexpected conditions are discovered?
• How are changes handled?
• What isn't included in this price?

💰 Consider the cost of fixing poor workmanship.

Saving money initially isn't much of a bargain if something needs to be repaired or completely redone later.

Price matters—but so do experience, workmanship, insurance, communication, reputation, and the contractor's ability to successfully complete your project.

The goal shouldn't necessarily be to find the cheapest contractor.

It should be to find the contractor who provides the **best overall value for your investment.

Your home is one of your largest investments. Protect it by making an informed decision.

🔨 Carbon Builders Association Consumer Tip Series
Helping homeowners make informed decisions when building, remodeling, repairing, and improving their homes.

08/31/2026

What's the purpose of the $540 Challenge? When asked about membership, joining or renewing, the question is what am i getting for that price?
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💰 THE $540 CHALLENGE: INVEST IN YOURSELF. INVEST IN YOUR BUSINESS.**

What's one better estimate, one costly mistake avoided, or one more profitable job worth to your business?
Your Carbon Builders Association membership connects you to NAHB Education** — practical training created specifically for builders, remodelers and industry professionals.

🔨 Estimating & Job Costing
📋 Project Management
💰 Financial & Business Management
⚖️ Contracts & Risk Management
🤝 Sales, Marketing & more

Current examples include:
📚 3-hour courses: **$199 member | $279 non-member**
💵 **Save $80**
📚 6-hour courses: **$279 member | $379 non-member**
💵 **Save $100**

But the biggest return may be what you do with that knowledge.

Learn something that helps you estimate better, manage smarter or increase your profitability — and that education can keep paying you back.**

That's another way to take **The $540 Challenge.**
👇 **JOIN CARBON BUILDERS ASSOCIATION TODAY**
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

08/28/2026

THE $540 CHALLENGE: YOUR VOICE IN WASHINGTON

Who is watching out for your business when decisions are being made in Washington?

Your Carbon Builders Association membership doesn't stop at the local or state level. It also connects you to the **National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)** — giving builders, remodelers and other housing-industry professionals a voice at the federal level.

And that voice is getting results.

Recent National Association of Home Builders advocacy victories include:.

✅ **Major federal housing legislation** — The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law in July 2026, advancing policies aimed at reducing regulatory barriers and increasing housing supply.

✅ **Protecting small businesses and tax provisions** — Advocating for tax policies important to small and pass-through businesses.

✅ **BOI reporting relief** — Advocacy helped remove federal Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirements for U.S. companies.

✅ **Fighting costly mandates** — Challenging federal energy-code requirements that could increase the cost of building and housing.

✅ **Working for clearer regulations** — Including efforts for more predictable federal water regulations and other policies affecting builders.

And when NAHB needs lawmakers to hear directly from the housing industry, **members show up.**

More than **1,100 NAHB members went to Capitol Hill in June**, holding nearly **300 meetings with members of Congress.**

That's the power of having an industry united behind a common voice.

💰 **NOW TAKE THE $540 CHALLENGE**

Your Carbon Builders Association membership is **$540 per year** and connects you to representation at three levels:

🔨 **LOCAL — Carbon Builders Association**
🏛️ **STATE — Pennsylvania Builders Association**
🇺🇸 **NATIONAL — National Association of Home Builders**

Some membership benefits save you money today.

**Advocacy helps protect what your business may have to spend tomorrow.**

👇 **ADD YOUR VOICE. JOIN TODAY!**

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

**$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

🇺🇸 **Don't just ask what membership costs. Ask what NOT having a voice could cost you.**

08/27/2026

**THE $540 CHALLENGE: YOUR VOICE IN HARRISBURG**

What is advocacy really worth to your business?

When you're on the jobsite, meeting customers, managing employees and trying to keep projects moving, you probably don't have time to be in Harrisburg watching every proposed code, regulation, fee or law that could affect your business.

**That's where your membership comes in.**

Through Carbon Builders Association, you're also connected to the **Pennsylvania Builders Association (PBA)** — giving our industry a voice at the state level.

And advocacy can translate into **real dollars.**

🏠 During Pennsylvania's adoption of the 2021 International Residential Code, PBA advocated for important changes through the state's code review process.

PBA estimates those changes reduced the cost of constructing its model code-compliant home by approximately:

💥 **$12,000–$18,000 PER HOME**

Actual savings vary by the home, foundation, climate zone and other factors, but it demonstrates something important:

**The decisions being made in Harrisburg can directly affect what it costs you to build.**

PBA works on issues including:

🔨 Building codes & regulations
💰 Taxes, fees and the cost of doing business
👷 Workforce development
⚖️ Legislation affecting builders and contractors
🏠 Housing affordability

Your Carbon Builders Association membership is **$540 per year.**

So when you're considering the value of membership, don't only count the discounts and rebates you personally redeem.

**Count the value of having someone fighting for your industry when decisions are being made that could cost your business thousands.**

That's another part of **The $540 Challenge.**

👇 **PUT YOUR MEMBERSHIP TO WORK. JOIN TODAY!**

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

**$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

**Don't just ask what membership costs. Ask what NOT having a voice could cost you.**

08/26/2026

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎 Lori Solt, Douglas Gollick

Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

08/26/2026

💰 **THE $540 CHALLENGE — POST #2**
🏠 **THE INTERNATIONAL BUILDERS’ SHOW**

We're putting Carbon Builders Association membership to the test!

**Can a $540 annual membership deliver $540 or more in value to your business?**

Here's another opportunity to add to the total.

🌟 **Registration for the 2027 NAHB International Builders’ Show® opens September 1!**

📍 Las Vegas
📅 February 2–4, 2027

IBS is one of the biggest events in the residential construction industry, bringing together building professionals, new products, demonstrations, education and networking all in one place.
💥 THE MEMBER ADVANTAGE

During September:

🔨 **NAHB Member Expo Pass — FREE**

🎓 **First-Time Member Attendee Expo+Education Pass — $195** for qualifying members

Compare that with the September **non-member Expo+Education price of $625.**

That's a potential **$430 difference!**

And that's just **one membership benefit.**

Building materials. Vehicle programs. Manufacturer rebates. Business resources. Education. Industry events.

It all adds up.

# # # ARE YOU READY TO TAKE THE $540 CHALLENGE?

Don't just ask:

**“What does membership cost?”**

Ask:

👉 **“What is NOT being a member costing my business?”**

Join Carbon Builders Association today and start putting your membership to work.

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

**$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

*First-time member attendee pricing is subject to NAHB eligibility requirements.*

08/25/2026

💰 **TAKE THE $540 CHALLENGE!** 💰

Carbon Builders Association membership is **$540 a year** — but what if your membership could help pay for itself?

That’s the idea behind **The $540 Challenge.**

CBA membership connects you to benefits and savings through **Carbon Builders Association, Pennsylvania Builders Association, and the National Association of Home Builders.**

🔨 **Buy building materials?** Take advantage of member savings programs, including opportunities through Lowe’s. Tools through Your Building Center Palmerton

🛻 **Buying a new work truck or van?** Eligible member vehicle programs can offer substantial savings.

🏠 **Builder or remodeler?** The PBA Member Rebate Program reports an average rebate of **$1,586 per participating builder/remodeler company.**

📞 **Use PA One Call?** The $125 annual fee is covered for qualifying PBA members.

Plus, members can access business resources, education, insurance programs, industry advocacy, discounts and more.

# # # HERE'S THE CHALLENGE:

Can you find **$540 in savings and value** from benefits your business could already be using?

If you can, your membership has potentially **paid for itself.**

And everything beyond that? **Added value for your business.**

👇 **TAKE THE $540 CHALLENGE AND JOIN TODAY!**

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/dm8drbsz

**$540. Three levels of membership. One investment in your business.**

**Don't just ask what membership costs. Ask what not being a member could be costing you.**