Education Corner GENERAL EDUCATION (Not for designations) Electrical Seminar THE ABCS OF HOME BUILDING BUILDER EDUCATION SERIES
Instructor: Aaron Hulsey, JT Lanehart Electrical Date: Tuesday, June 16 Time: 4 pm to 6 pm Fee: $35 members / $50 nonmembers
Content: Wires, a panel, undergrounds (or overhead) fixtures. It looks complicated, but come learn how simple an electrical system can be!
Who should attend? Construction superintendents, remodelers, volume builders, custom builders and contractors
Multicultural Sales STICKS AND BRICKS OF SALES & MARKETING SERIES
Instructor: Dan Gezella, MBA, MCSP, CMP, CAPS Date: Wednesday, June 17 Time: 9 am to 11 am Fee: $35 members / $50 nonmembers
Content: The segment of foreign-born home buyers is growing at a fast pace. Don’t lose those sales! Salespeople must adjust their practices to meet the unique needs and increased diversity of the multicultural homebuyer. In this course, you’ll develop a cultural awareness and an understanding of how to deal with the many cultural challenges, religious belief systems and traditions. We’ll explore generational differences, communication, building rapport and various negotiation styles. You’ll also learn about philosophical cultural belief systems such as Feng Shui, Numerology, Guanxi and Vastu. Bring your questions; Q&A session to follow.
Who should attend? Sales professionals, sales managers, and business owners
Plumbing Considerations in an Older Houston Home NUTS & BOLTS OF REMODELING SERIES
Instructor: Jason Gartman Date: Wednesday, June 17 Time: 4 pm to 6 pm
Content: Every remodel presents a unique set of challenges. Learn what to look for in each of your upcoming projects. For example, Pre-War homes in the Houston Heights, Montrose, Wards, Eastwood, Inner Loop have probably had some previous plumbing work done. Be wary of code issues and learn the telltale signs of “bootleg” work.
Postwar through the 1970s, be on the lookout for lead joints in the kitchen and bathroom sinks, and poor quality galvanized pipe. Homes built in the 70s and 80s will have more copper supply lines, and you’ll see cast Iron soil pipe giving way to ABS and PVC. Learn how to spot poor workmanship in condo units.
Attendees will also get an update on the new water heater sizes and codes that went into effect this spring.
Energy Code Update 2015
Instructors: Clayton Farmer and Kathy Howard Date: Thursday, June 25 Time: 8:30 am to 1:30 pm Fee: $45 members / $60 nonmembers
Content: This course will include Green Building and building program updates on: • Green Built Gulf Coast (GBGC) • EFL (Environments for LIving) • ENERGY STAR and Builder Challenge • Utility rebates and builder incentives • Water Heater efficiency • The Future of Energy Code in Texas
We’ll also discuss the 2009 and 2012 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and what’s new for the 2015 IECC. Proposed changes to the City of Houston’s 2012 International Residential Code (IRC) will also be highlighted.
Bring your questions! Q&A to follow.
GREATER HOUSTON BUILDERS ASSOCIATION – BUILDING A BETTER FUTURE | HOUSTON BUILDER | JUNE 2015
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