Texas Association of Builders

What Texas Association of Builders does

The Texas Association of Builders (TAB) is a 501(c)-style non-profit trade association founded in 1946 and headquartered in Austin, Texas. TAB operates as the statewide umbrella for residential construction in Texas, serving nearly 10,000 member firms across 27 local home builder associations, with members spanning builders, remodelers, developers, and associate (supplier and service-provider) companies. The association is an official affiliate of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), and its membership base is credited with representing over 758,000 jobs and $71.5 billion in annual Texas economic impact.

TAB's core products center on four revenue and engagement pillars: the Sunbelt Builders Show (an annual trade show held at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, featuring 200+ industry partners), the Star Awards (a statewide honors program established in 1992), the TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package (the only contracts compliant with Texas's Residential Construction Liability Act, refreshed on a multi-year cycle such as the 2025-2027 edition), and Texas Builder Magazine (a quarterly publication with 10,000+ circulation). Supporting programs include the Texas Builders Foundation (scholarships), HOMEPAC (political action committee), TAB Product Depot (online supplier marketplace), Comprehensive Insurance and Builder's Risk programs underwritten by Great American Insurance Group and US Assure, the Model Construction Safety Program, and National Purchasing Partners.

The business model is membership-based and diversified. TAB earns recurring revenue through annual membership dues from builders and associate members, multi-year sales of the contracts package, event sponsorships (six-plus title sponsors at the Sunbelt Builders Show), advertising in print and digital publications, and commissions or fees tied to insurance and purchasing programs. Distribution flows through the local HBA federation, the annual trade show, the online marketplace, and a member portal at members.texasbuilders.org. Advocacy is conducted at the Texas Legislature through dedicated committees, Rally Day, HOMEPAC, and a Government Relations Committee, and the organization has formally expanded into workforce development through the Texas Jobs Council appointment and a partnership with Texas State Technical College around a $72 million Construction Technologies Center.

Name

Texas Association of Builders

Legal name

Texas Association of Builders

Website

https://texasbuilders.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Texas Association of Builders is a 1946-founded, Austin-based non-profit trade association serving nearly 10,000 residential builders, remodelers, developers, and associate suppliers across 27 local Texas home builder associations through advocacy, the Sunbelt Builders Show, RCLA-compliant contracts, insurance programs, and workforce development initiatives.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Construction Trade Association

NAICS

New Housing For-Sale Builders (236117)

SIC

Operative Builders (1531)

akta.pro primary industry

Spec Home / Production Homebuilding (Tract & Volume Builders) (IMAFABAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Construction, Building Materials & Real Estate Shows Organizers (THAHABAG), Residential Land Development & Subdivision Homebuilding (Build-to-Sell Communities) (IMAFABAL), Single-Family Home Construction (Detached Homes) (IMAFABAA)

Keywords

• Home builder association
• Residential construction
• Trade association services
• Construction contracts
• Builder advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Austin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from nearly 10,000 members across 27 local associations. Members include builders, remodelers, developers, and associate (supplier/service provider) companies.
2. Event Sponsorships: Sponsorship revenue from events including the Sunbelt Builders Show, where sponsors gain visibility in front of billions in residential construction purchasing power.
3. Advertising & Publications: Revenue from Texas Builder Magazine advertising (quarterly publication with 10,000+ circulation), website advertising, newsletters, and TABloid.
4. Contracts Package Sales: Sale of the TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package (2025-2027), the only published contracts compliant with the Residential Construction Liability Act.
5. Insurance Programs: TAB's Comprehensive Insurance Program including Builder's Risk insurance offered through Great American Insurance Group and US Assure.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Texas Association of Builders is a statewide trade association serving the Texas residential construction industry through advocacy, education, contracts and publications, insurance programs, events, and supplier-discovery services. Its flagship paid offerings include the Sunbelt Builders Show, the TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package, Texas Builder magazine, and TAB-branded insurance products. The organization federates with 27 local home builder associations to serve roughly 10,000 member firms including builders, remodelers, developers, and suppliers.

Product overview

The Texas Association of Builders operates as a trade association offering its nearly 10,000 members a portfolio of member programs, events, and publications rather than a single technology product. Core offerings include the Sunbelt Builders Show® (annual trade show), the Star Awards (statewide honors program), and the TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package (legal documents for builders). Supporting programs include the Texas Builder Magazine (quarterly publication), Texas Builders Foundation (scholarships), HOMEPAC (political advocacy), TAB Product Depot (supplier directory), and comprehensive insurance and purchasing partner programs. Additionally, member councils including Professional Women in Building and Young Professionals provide networking and development resources. The association does not appear to offer a public-facing technology product with API, integration, or AI capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sunbelt Builders Show: Annual trade show celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026, held at Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio
• Star Awards
• Texas Housing Hall of Honor
• Texas Builder Magazine
• Professional Women in Building Council
• Young Professionals Council
• Excellence Under 45 Award

Products and services

• Sunbelt Builders Show Annual convention and trade exhibition organized by TAB that brings together residential builders, remodelers, developers, suppliers, and service providers in Texas for exhibits, education sessions, networking, and sponsorship opportunities. Sold via exhibitor booths, sponsorships, and attendee registration.
• TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package Industry-standard residential construction contract forms authored by TAB and designed to comply with the Texas Residential Construction Liability Act. Sold to builders and remodelers as a package that can be licensed for use within member firms.
• Texas Builder Magazine Print and digital magazine published by TAB for the Texas residential construction industry, featuring industry news, member spotlights, and advertising inventory sold to suppliers and service providers.
• TAB Product Depot Online directory maintained by TAB that allows building-product suppliers and manufacturers to list their products and allows member builders and remodelers to search and source products. Sold as a listing and visibility service to suppliers.
• TAB Comprehensive Insurance Program Group insurance program offered by TAB to member builders and remodelers, providing general liability and related coverages at association-negotiated terms through carrier partners.
• Builder's Risk Insurance Program Specialized builder's risk insurance product offered through TAB's insurance program, providing coverage for residential construction projects during the build phase for member builders.
• Model Construction Safety Program Safety program and training resources provided by TAB to help residential builders establish OSHA-aligned jobsite safety programs, sold/distributed as a paid program to members.
• National Purchasing Partners (TAB member benefit) Group purchasing program offered through TAB membership providing member builders with negotiated pricing on vehicles, equipment, fuel, office supplies, and other operational purchases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 758,000 jobs represented by TAB membership
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• The Texas Builders FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 May 2026TAB produces the Sunbelt Builders Show with social events benefiting The Texas Builders Foundation, the charitable arm of TAB dedicated to opening doors for careers in construction trades through scholarships.
• Texas State Technical College (TSTC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 March 2026TAB joined TSTC for the $72M Construction Technologies Center ribbon-cutting in Waco. Scott Norman, TAB CEO, serves on the Texas Jobs Council with TSTC for workforce development.
• Texas Jobs CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 March 2026Scott Norman, TAB CEO, appointed by Governor Abbott to this advisory council focused on workforce development. TAB's Workforce Development Committee will offer advice to the Council.
• Your Project Shepherd PodcastminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 March 2026TAB partnered with the Your Project Shepherd podcast to release Episode #131 featuring industry leaders discussing the TAB Residential Construction Contracts Package.
• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026TAB is an official affiliate of NAHB. TAB won the NAHB Grand Award in 2024 and members receive national recognition through NAHB awards programs.
• Atmos EnergycoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor of the Sunbelt Builders Show; Associate of the Year 2025; 26 local HBA memberships statewide. Supported TAB's flood relief with $10,000 donation.
• CopperweldcoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor of the Sunbelt Builders Show
• Great American Insurance GroupcoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor; underwriter for TAB's Builder's Risk Insurance Program and Comprehensive Insurance Program
• James HardiecoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor of the Sunbelt Builders Show
• McCoyscoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor of the Sunbelt Builders Show
• strucsurecoreGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Title Sponsor of the Sunbelt Builders Show
• US AssureminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUnderwriter for TAB's Builder's Risk Insurance Program alongside Great American Insurance Group

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): TAB's formal parent affiliate and the only national trade association of home builders in the U.S. Operates as a broader umbrella over all 50 state-level HBAs, providing federal advocacy, awards, and shared services that TAB's members access through their TAB membership.

Direct peers

• California Building Industry Association (CBIA): Statewide trade association for California's residential construction industry, mirroring TAB's model of advocacy, member programs, contracts, events, and local HBA affiliations. Operates the equivalent of a state-level builder show and contracts package.
• Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA): Florida's statewide HBA representing residential builders, remodelers, and associates through local chapters across the state. Runs a parallel member-program portfolio including insurance, education, advocacy, and an annual state-level trade show.
• North Carolina Home Builders Association: Statewide HBA serving residential builders in North Carolina with a comparable member-services, advocacy, and local-association affiliation model. Provides a directly analogous point of comparison on scale, programs, and retention metrics.
• Georgia Home Builders Association: Georgia's statewide HBA providing advocacy, education, networking, and member benefit programs to residential builders across the state. Direct peer in size category, structure, and member-services portfolio.
• Arizona Home Builders Association: Arizona's statewide HBA serving residential builders, remodelers, and suppliers. Closely mirrors TAB's mix of state advocacy, member benefits, and annual expos in a high-growth Sunbelt housing market.
• Tennessee Home Builders Association: Statewide HBA of Tennessee builders, remodelers, and developers running the same core model as TAB: legislative advocacy, member programs, awards, and a state-level expo. Comparable on member count range and Sunbelt housing-market exposure.
• Pennsylvania Builders Association: Pennsylvania's statewide trade association of residential builders with parallel advocacy, education, contracts, awards, and local-affiliate structure. Useful peer for benchmarking non-Sunbelt program performance and retention.
• Home Builders Association of Virginia: Statewide HBA serving Virginia's residential construction industry with member benefits, advocacy, education, and an annual expo. Directly comparable to TAB in mission and program mix, allowing side-by-side benchmarking.
• Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIASC): Large regional HBA serving Southern California residential builders and remodelers. Operates a multi-chapter association model with member services, advocacy, and an annual trade expo analogous to TAB's Sunbelt Builders Show.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Texas_Builders
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCeiRn8-UG3ggmeQXNyVY8sQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/TexasBuilders
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/texas-association-of-builders

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

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