2005 Home Builders Expo Building Your Ideas; All Under One Roof

The Home Builders Expo is the place to be if you are looking for ideas on landscaping, remodeling or researching home builders to construct your dream home.

The Metropolitan Builders Association is hosting its 16th Annual Home Builders Expo Thursday, January 6 through Sunday, January 9.

This year's Home Builders Expo is on pace to be the biggest in the shows history. Over 770 booths and 325 exhibitors make the Expo the largest, most comprehensive building trade show in Wisconsin. "We are really excited about this year's show, " said Association Executive Director Matt Moroney. "Last year was the first year the show ever sold out and we are currently ahead of that pace after redesigning the floor layout to allow for a bigger show. I believe that is a testament to how strong the housing industry is and the high quality of our show."

The theme of the Expo is Building your Ideas; All Under One Roof! "Many people think that the Home Builders Expo is just for people looking for a builder or remodelor. What they don't realize is that the show also features all of the products and services you will need for new construction, remodeling or any home improvement. project literally all under one roof," states Moroney. In addition to the large variety of products and services available, the 2005 Home Builders Expo will feature:

• "Consumer's Guide to Home Maintenance". This comprehensive pamphlet will cover information on how to maintain everything from appliances to ventilation equipment. This complimentary publication is available only through the Metropolitan Builders Association and will be available to all Home Builders Expo attendees.
• 2005 Lot Locator Map. A comprehensive resource that identifies developments with lots for sale as well as contact and amenities information. Also included is a list of model homes that are available for viewing.
• Consumer seminars will cover a wide-range of topics including how choose a builder or remodelor, landscaping ideas and trends, and financing your dream. Presented by industry experts and celebrity presenters, the classes are the first of a series to be offered all year long. Additional classes will be held at the MBA Headquarters (N16 W23321 Stone Ridge Drive, Waukesha).

"The Home Builders Expo serves as a great starting point for anyone who is looking to build, remodel or improve their home," said Moroney. "After attending the Expo, consumers need to continue to turn to the MBA and its resources." Members of the MBA are expected to adhere to the industry standards and the Association's code of ethics. If a problem or misunderstanding emerges, the MBA can take action if a member is involved. If someone is not dealing with a member then that individual is left on their own to resolve the problem. Unfortunately, it is difficult to resolve problems with non-members.

The Home Builders Expo will be open Thursday, January 6 from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 7 from noon to 9 p.m., Saturday, January 8 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, January 9 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $7 through advance ticket sellers or $8 at the door (patrons receive $1 off the door price when they bring two non-perishable food item for the House of Plenty.).

Visit our archive of sites for the Home Builders Expo:
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2002 Web Site
2001 Web Site
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