The Home Builders Association of Lake County was chartered in 1973. We are affiliated with the Florida Home Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders.  The mission of the Home Builders Association of Lake County is to use its unified strength and resources to ensure the highest possible standards of quality, integrity and professionalism within the building industry while monitoring government to ensure the preservation of the American Dream of owning a home.

- Upcoming Events & News
Congratulations to Leslie Campione and Sean Parks on your primary victories in Lake County Commission races.

September 15 is the Morning Buzz, starting at 7:30 am. Free to HBA members; $10 non-members. Speaker is Gene Romagna on Time Management for the Business Professional.
Sponsored by Maudlin International.

UGLY BUSINESS – CONSUMERS BEWARE
“…unlicensed contractors can underbid licensed contractors, stealing jobs. What many consumers don’t know is that the reason they can underbid could be because they’re not paying state-required worker’s compensation or liability insurance. In addition, they may not be able to pass the background check, meet training and experience requirements, and can’t meet financial requirements. Ultimately, the consumer can end up paying dearly when he thought he was saving a buck or two.”
Charles W. Drago, Secretary
Department of Business and Professional Regulation

IMPORTANT CONSUMER ALERT: Protect yourself from unlicensed contractor activities. An occupational license is NOT a license to perform contracting work. A Handyman is not a licensed contractor and CANNOT obtain permits. ALWAYS check with your local building department. Make sure that your contractor has a license from Lake or Sumter County Building Divisions or the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. It is AGAINST THE LAW to hire unlicensed contractors and stiff penalties could apply.

2010 CORPORATE SPONSOR: Progress Energy
2010 BUSINESS SILVER SPONSOR: Maimone Realty