STORM RESOURCE INFORMATION

The foundation of the Montana Building Industry Association is our Builders, Associates, and Affiliates.

Our members are standing by ready to help you rebuild after a disaster. To find a builder in your area, contact them through your local association or MBIA 406-442-4479.

As the Missoula community begins the recover and rebuild after the recent severe weather, local home builders are warning residents to be aware of scammers that may pose as legitimate contractors. The Montana Building Industry Association (MBIA) encourages all residents to research contractors to avoid paying for substandard home repairs.

The following is a list of things to remember when hiring a professional contractor. Always do your homework and proceed with care.

Summer is the time for severe storms in Montana - making this a good time to prepare your home for any extreme weather that may come. When you and your house are prepared, you’re more likely to weather the toughest storm. Taking time now to prepare your home for storm season could save you a lot of money later.

The Montana Building Industry Association (MBIA) recommends the following things to remember when preparing your home:

As you interview potential contractors to repair your home following a disaster, being able to understand building terminology can help you avoid miscommunication and ensure the project progresses seamlessly.

Here’s a glossary of some of the common terms used by builders and remodelers to help you understand the language of your project.

There are thousands of legitimate, ethical contractors in business around the country.

Unfortunately, there are also scam artists looking to cheat you out of your money who pose as legitimate contractors. These “fly-by-night” operators often show up in communities impacted by natural disasters to try to scam distressed homeowners into paying for shoddy repairs or work that they will never show up to perform.

Here are some warning signs to look out for:

Use this checklist to help you select a home builder or remodeler to repair or rebuild your home following a disaster.

Contact the Montana Building Industry Association at wwwMontanaBIA.com for more information and to be connected to local builders’ associations in your area.