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In This Issue:

Front Page
States Taking Immigration Reform Into Their Own Hands
Tucson Builders Seek Relief From Sweltering Impact Fees
Almost $1 Million Available in ‘Buy Now’ Grant Funds, Apply Now
Nation's Building News Will Not Be Published July 16
Coast to Coast
U.S. Rebound May Be Bumpier Than Fed Expects as Credit Tightens
Economics & Finance
Federal Regulators Address Subprime Lending Risks
Mortgage Rates Drift Lower for Third Straight Week
Useful Links to Monitor Economic and Housing Trends
Tips
Builders’ Tip: Calculating the Radius of an Arch
Research
Energy- and Resource-Efficient Homes Provide Top Value
Judges Selected for 2008 EnergyValue Housing Awards
Building Quality
Worker Performance Appraisals Root Out Problems
Sales and Marketing
Ex-Target VP Says Consumer Paradoxes Change Sales Rules
Construction Safety
OSHA Making Surprise 'Swept Up in Safety' Visits in South
Business Management
NAHB Book About Warranties Helps Avoid Costly Mistakes
Remodelers
Remodeling Lead Rule Would Leave Children Unprotected
Apply for This Year's NAHB Remodelers' Awards
Custom
Register for Custom Builder Show in Naples, Fla., Oct. 26-28
Building Systems
'Cookin' for a Cure' Proceeds Donated to Two Families
Enter the 2007 Brick in Home Building Competition by July 31
Take PCA Builders Survey, Be in Drawing for Free iPod
Commercial
Apply for 2008 Commerical Building Awards by Aug. 1
Education
Education Calendar
Environment
Interior Bill Promotes ‘Cooperative Conservation’
Codes
NAHB Urges Proven Standards for Plumbing Products
Regulation
NAHB Staff Helping HBAs With Storm Water Proposals
Workforce housing
'Casa y Comunidad' Earns National Publishing Award
Labor
Training Official Meets With HBI Board of Trustees
Building Products
Wireless System Remotely Monitors Home 'Heartbeat'
TV
NAHB-Produced Programs on HGTV and DIY
Endowment
Maryland Builders Win National Disability Initiative Award
Association News
SEBC Going Green in Orlando This Week
Dell Summer Sizzle: Get Double Discounts Through July 31
Drive Away With a Shiny New $500 GM Offer
Get One Month Free Credit Card Processing With Solveras
Get Free CD of Customer Service Forms From Biz Forms and Checks
Calendar of Events
NAHB Career Center

NAHB Book About Warranties Helps Avoid Costly Mistakes

 

 

"Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Second Edition," available through BuilderBooks.com, can help builders and remodelers use warranties properly and avoid costly mistakes.

Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Second Edition” gives home builders, remodelers, trade contractors, suppliers and other industry professionals vital knowledge concerning the basic elements of a warranty so they can avoid costly mistakes and protect themselves and their businesses while simultaneously maintaining customer satisfaction.

Written by NAHB’s legal experts and available from BuilderBooks.com, “Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Second Edition” explains the rights, responsibilities and recommended practices and procedures for developing a warranty program.

The newly revised edition of this popular publication addresses recent changes to state statutes of limitations that apply to construction claims, and provides updated information on mandatory notice and opportunity to repair provisions in states that have these laws.  

The publication features:

  • Clear explanations of implied warranties, statutory warranties, court-imposed warranties and more
  • Sample language and formats for warranty documents
  • Your rights and responsibilities and the recommended practices and procedures
  • Tips for drafting warranties that work
  • State-by-state lists of cases and statutes applicable to construction claims


Builder and remodeler warranties are among the most important issues affecting the construction industry. They can give industry professionals a competitive edge by promoting brand recognition and serving as marketing tools and dispute resolution devices. Customers expect warranties and “Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Second Edition” helps builders and remodelers fulfill if not exceed their expectations.

With the guidance of your attorney and the easy-to-follow guidelines presented in this book, “Warranties for Builders and Remodelers, Second Edition” helps inform and protect industry professionals.

This book should not replace the expertise of legal counsel.

How to Order

To order the publication online, click here, or call BuilderBooks.com at 800-223-2665.


 

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