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We are happy to announce that our building is reopen to members! Your safety matters to us and we want to make this reopening permanent. As of August 19, 2021 masks are required for all while in MBAKS building or at MBAKS events off-site, regardless of vaccination status. If you do not have a mask, one will be provided to you. For more information and updates, visit mbakscovid19.org.

Keep More of Your Money

Save on health insurance, get discounted building supplies, receive workers’ comp refunds, and more.

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Health Insurance Trust

Most companies save 10-15%.

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GRIP

Improve safety and save money on workers’ comp.

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Marketing Opportunities

Grow your business with member-to-member sponsorship and advertising.

CREATE THE HOME OF YOUR DREAMS.

Whether looking to buy, build, remodel, or maintain, step one starts here. Your dream home is just a click away.

Find the Right Member to Help.

Homeowner's Handbook

Attention do-it-yourselfers! Browse our expert-driven guides and resources to get that weekend project done right.

Buy

Make homebuying and selling less stressful with help from real estate experts.

Build

Pro tips from premier Puget Sound builders for a successful homebuilding process.

Remodel

Transform your space for the most dazzle—and the fewest dollars.

Maintain

Keep your family safe and protect the value of your investment.

We Care About The Puget Sound

Our communities are also our homes. Learn how we help make our region a better place through our advocacy efforts, sustainability practices, and community outreach programs throughout King and Snohomish counties.

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ADVOCACY

We advocate for builders on the federal, state, and local levels and assist members with permitting and regulatory issues.

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BUILT GREEN

We want to keep our region green. Learn how to certify green homes and implement green building practices.

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GIVING BACK

From building free wheelchair ramps to painting community centers to park cleanups, our goal is to ensure everyone has a happy, healthy place to call home.

UPCOMING EVENTS AND CLASSES

Members get discounts on events and classes.

Saturday
Oct 23

Remodeled Homes Tour

Experience firsthand the finest craftsmanship and most innovative ideas in home remodeling in the Puget Sound.
Thursday
Oct 28

General Membership Networking

Network with fellow members and hear from leading industry experts.
Tuesday
Nov 2

Shaken, Not Stirred Happy Hour

But you can order your drink however you like.
Tuesday
Nov 2

First Aid/CPR

Make employee safety a priority with this potentially life-saving training.
Wednesday
Nov 3

Developer Builder Issues Council Virtual Breakfast

Solving Snohomish County issues starts with you.
Thursday
Nov 4

Seattle Builders Council (SBC) Virtual Breakfast

Virtually break bread and discuss ways to enable business to operate more efficiently in Seattle.

MEET OUR MEMBERS

“We hold meetings for existing residents even before buying the property, to talk with them and see if building there (in a particular neighborhood) would be a good fit in the first place.”

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Aaron Fairchild, owner, Green Canopy Homes
Green Canopy Homes' Sam Lai, Kate Wells-Driscoll, Eric Lubert, and Aaron Fairchild

MEET OUR MEMBERS

“The MBA Trust has consistently been 10–15% less expensive for us, even with the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.”

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Todd Bennett, president of BDR Companies and a 21-year MBA Health Trust Member
Todd Bennett, president of BDR Companies

LATEST FROM THE MBA BLOGS

Catch up on the coolest tech, breaking industry news, latest advocacy efforts, and more.

Builders Blog

Homeowners Blog

  • Wine Room Design Trends: What You Need to Know

    Home cellars used to mean putting wine racks in your basement. But today, the possibilities are endless.

    Sep 17, 2020

  • Eight DIY Tips for Creating a Stunning Shower Experience

    One of the reasons bathroom remodels are so popular is there are so many great styles and options to choose from. But with so many choices, it can sometimes be tricky to know where to start or what to focus on. To keep things simple, we’ll focus on creating a stunning shower enclosure to tie the whole bathroom together.

    Sep 10, 2020

  • Let's Talk Decks

    Want to spend more quality time in your outdoor space? Consider building a deck.

    Sep 3, 2020

Built Green Blog

  • 2021 Built Green Conference and Hammer Awards in Review

    After a year of meeting virtually, we would like to extend a huge thank you to those who attended the in-person Built Green Conference that took place on September 16th at the Lynwood Convention Center. The day was filled with reunions, networking, and captivating sessions tackling everything from building science to policy to increasing inclusivity in our industry and communities.

    Oct 6, 2021

  • Built Green Project of the Year: Crown Hill DADU

    Small in size but high in quality, this net-positive DADU by Targa Homes is a recent winner of a 2021 Dept of Energy Housing Innovation Award, as well as the 2021 Built Green Hammer Project of the Year Award. Constructed for future generations of the homeowner’s family, this 500 SF home will provide a comfortable, efficient dwelling for many years to come.

    Sep 29, 2021

  • Built Green Conference Preview

    Sep 1, 2021