MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Our Members are the Foundation.
Our members are the foundation of the Montana BIA, and the local associations are the front door to accessing member benefits of
advocacy, health benefits, and free safety training, thanks to our friends at Montana State Fund.
The Value of 3-in-1 Membership
When you join your local home builders association, you automatically become a member of your state association and the National Association of Home Builders.
LOCALLY
Our eight local associations promote and protect the home-building industry in your area with professional development programs, networking opportunities, and government representation for builders, remodelers, and industry partners.
Local HBAs offer chances to connect with local home-building professionals, advocate at the local level, learn new skills, and navigate the home-building industry in your area.
The Front Door to the Federation
STATEWIDE
The Montana Building Industry Association and our full-time Government Affairs Team represent you in Helena at the Capitol by educating elected officials about the realities of the home building industry and promoting positive legislation.
The Montana BIA offers opportunities to connect with other professionals across the state through special events and programming, learning opportunities to grow your business, GRIP safety program, and our two health benefit options for members.
Building A Stronger MontanaNATIONALLY
Protecting the American DreamThe National Association of Home Builders is the voice of America’s housing industry. NAHB works to improve the business environment by supporting pro-housing candidates and regulations with advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill and resources for advocacy at the local and state levels.
NAHB also offers members cost-saving programs, expert insights, live and online education, networking, and mentorship.
Membership Benefits
HBA Rebates
Builders and remodelers can earn cash rebates for the products they use when completing projects and builds. Claim from over 50 different manufacturers with very minimal reporting.
Earn Cash RebatesNAHB Exclusive Discounts
Join thousands of members who save money for their families and businesses. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) negotiates on your behalf to offer the best pricing available at 20 national companies.
Join and Save with 20 Companies
Model Contracts
MontanaBIA Member Builders, Remodelers, and associates receive unlimited access to a suite of more than two dozen contracts and addenda. Covering most common construction needs, this member benefit could save you thousands of dollars in legal fees!
Available for free to all MTBIA members
PLANSTIN ADMINSTRATION
As a Montana BIA member, your business has access to preferred member pricing on innovative employer health benefit solutions through Planstin.
No employee health questionnaires. No unnecessary complexity. Just flexible benefit options designed to help employers manage costs while providing quality coverage.
Planstin Administration options and services include,
Medical
Direct Primary Care
Dental & Vision
Virtual & Mental Health
STD/LDT & Life Insurance
Administrative Support
BEGINNING AUGUST 2026
Affordable, Flexible, Customizable.STOCKMAN INSURANCE
A Montana-owned and operated insurance agency with 15 offices and 40 bank locations across our great state. Stockman Insurance specializes in working with businesses with 2–49 employees, but also has the experience and ability to work with any business size. Our agents are experienced professionals in group health insurance and committed to helping you find the plan that meets your business needs.
Health insurance,
Individual, Family, Group plans
Dental & Vision
Medicare & Education
LIfe Insurance
Disability and Long-term Care Options
BEGINNING AUGUST 2026
Montana's Brand of Insurance
MONTANA STATE FUND
Qualifying Montana BIA Members receive a 2% upfront discount on workers’ compensation. Through GRIP, Montana BIA's long-running safety partnership with Montana State Fund, qualifying members join a group whose strong, shared safety record earns a workers' compensation discount.
Our GRIP Safety Training includes the following courses;
Forklift Certification & Theory
Mobile Elevated Work Platform Certification
Excavating & Trenching
Fall Protection: Scaffolding, Stairs, and Ladders
Basic First Aid & CPR
*OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 at an additional cost
AVAILABLE NOW
Group Workers' CompensationLEVELS OF MEMBERSHIP
BUILDER MEMBERSHIP
Builder members are directly involved in constructing homes and residential projects. They include small-volume custom builders, larger production builders, light-commercial builders who work on mixed-use and smaller commercial structures, and remodelers who renovate and improve existing properties.
According to NAHB’s 2025 annual builder member census:
63% are primarily single-family builders.
21% are residential remodelers.
5% are commercial builders and multifamily builders.
4% are land developers.
1% are commercial remodelers and manufacturers of modular/panelized/log homes.
The Foundation of the Federation
ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP
Associates are suppliers, service providers, and manufacturers that support the home building industry. Membership lets them network, showcase products and services to builders and remodelers, learn about the industry, and help shape a favorable economic and regulatory environment.
According to the latest NAHB member census, associate members make up 65% of the federation, marking a significant, record-high median revenue of $3.02 million for these supporting businesses. The findings show a diverse sector dominated by subcontractors (42%), with a growing female representation of 25% and a median age of 56.
The Suppliers and Service Providers
AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP
Employees of Members and AssociatesAffiliates are employees of Builder and Associate members who receive membership benefits at a reduced cost.
Not every HBA offers affiliate memberships, so please check with your local association for availability and specific eligibility requirements.
Great for team members who want to stay connected and involved!