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BT113 - Foundation Waterproofing Methodology Virtual Class

$45.00

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 8:00 AM

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Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Sean Sullivan

Description

It only takes living in a home with a leaky foundation to understand the importance of waterproofing. From structural and personal contents damage, to mold and mildew infiltration, water can turn from being your biggest asset, to your biggest liability, in a flash. This course is designed to explore the difference between damp proofing and waterproofing, the different types of waterproofing systems, how the applications are applied, and what might be the most appropriate application for your project.

2 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Sean Sullivan

2 Credit Hours

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PM102 - Take-off to Higher Profits Virtual Class

$90.00

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Sean Sullivan

Description

This course will focus on the "nitty gritty" techniques for accurate and efficient quantity material and labor take-offs. Topics will cover how to create more accurate estimates in a more timely manner and some rules of thumb for various quantity take offs in a residential construction.

4 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Steve Knight

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT114 - The ABC's of Building Quality Concrete Floors and Driveways Virtual Class

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Steve Knight

Description

During this course you will discuss how to build quality concrete slabs and driveways, including repair methodologies. As this is one of the most costly problems experienced in residential construction, this is a great opportunity to learn about the details.

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT215 - Framing Member Sizing Virtual Class

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Steve Knight

Description

This course covers the load estimating procedures for the purposes of sizing any framing member within a residential building as required to meet the requirements found in the current North Carolina Residential Building Code. It starts out by reviewing the procedures outlined in the code's Appendix W - Load Estimating. Then, the framing plans of an actual simple two-story house will be used to select all framing members required to satisfy the code requirements for the roof, ceiling, floors, walls, headers, girders, and, finally, the foundations and footings. The span tables in the code will be used to make those selections. The attendees that will find this class most useful are those who perform the tasks of project price estimating and those who develop construction drawings. In addition, framers who must size and select their own framing members will also benefit greatly from this course.

4 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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LD309 - Building with Ethics Virtual Class

$90.00

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Greg Isenhour

Description

Ethics is a subject that no one ever wants to talk about, yet everyone wants to claim that they are ethical. Public Perception demands that persons and companies they deal with be ethical, yet few understand it. This course will examine what it means to be ethical both personally and professionally through by definition and to look at real life ethical dilemmas that come up in the construction industry. Being ethical is not as easy as we want to make it. Students will learn an increased awareness on what it means to be ethical and skills to improve ethical behavior.

4 Credit Hours

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BT211 - Will You Allow Water Damage to Sink Your Homebuilding Career? Virtual Class

$45.00

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Danny Gough

Description

When it comes to water damage, time does not heal all wounds. The destruction that will inevitably take place as time passes causes considerably more damage to a home than you can ever imagine. Learn the unfortunate side effects of water damage beginning with unintentional neglect to the construction process. Learn how to avoid expensive and unnecessary litigation and remediation. Water damage escalates to mold and microbial growth issues in just a few days, which can compromise the health of the inhabitants, including pets! Don't let these damaging wounds sink your career - learn how to remediate existing water concerns and build better in the future to ensure dry, safe, healthy homeowners.

2 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Danny Gough

2 Credit Hours

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BM307 - Reducing Taxes Through Effective Tax Strategies for Home Builders Virtual Class

$90.00

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Grady Thomas

Description

The major purpose of the Course is to “specifically’ identify tax reduction possibilities for the builder that previously may not have been considered. A subsequent objective is to entice the builder/remodeler to be aware of their current tax environment and exploit possible new tax reduction opportunities that would enhance their cash flow and profitability.

4 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 3:30 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Rusty Kling

2 Credit Hours

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BM114 - The Numbers Behind a Successful Remodeling Company Virtual Class

$45.00

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Rusty Kling

Description

Knowing your numbers is the first step in creating a successful remodeling business. First, this class will review the typical structure, function, and processes of a remodeling company. We will discuss overhead structure, profit and loss statements, and why it is nearly impossible to do both new construction and remodeling successfully. At the end of this class, you will be able to determine your overhead, your markup, and calculate, using numbers, what your yearly profit will be.

2 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Greg Isenhour

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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PM108 - How Much Should or Could I Make? Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Greg Isenhour

Description

Perhaps the top question on most builders’ minds relates to how much profit can I or should I make on my jobs. This course will examine the answers to that question as it applies to repairs amd remodeling to high end custom houses. Profitability will be examined from multiple dimensions including break even analysis, manpower capitalization, and more. Get the answers you have been looking for.

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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DV305 - Land Development: Land Planning & Entitlement Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Greg Isenhour

Description

After procuring or tying up a parcel of land for intended land development there are multiple tasks involved from taking the raw land to a completed development. Land Planning is just one facet of the tasks or stages that include financial analysis, physical analysis, government and regulatory entitlement, and operational activities. Students will learn how to approach land development in a systematic overview approach from raw land to completed development.

4 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Josh Collins

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT112 - The Sealed Attic Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Josh Collins

Description

In this course a student will learn the basic principles behind a sealed attic. The student will be able to competently answer questions about the key differences between a sealed attic and a vented attic. They will also use the current building code to outline the basic design differences and benefits of sealed attic.

2 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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BT109 - Comfort and Indoor Air Quality Virtual Class

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Location

Instructor

HBA of Durham/Orange/Chatham County Virtual Class
Durham, NC

Josh Collins

Description

Selling comfort is a difficult proposition and requires knowledge of building science principles and how they interact with current applications to combat the elements of discomfort. Designations: AB, AA, AR, ARS

4 Credit Hours

Offered by HBA of Durham, Orange & Chatham Counties
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PM110 - Construction Scheduling Virtual Class

$45.00

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Chad Collins

Description

The Construction Scheduling class will enable general contractors, superintendents, project managers, and trade contractors to better manage projects through scheduling discipline, as well as, ensuring the timely completion of projects that ultimately affect the quality, profitability and success of all improvements.

2 Credit Hours

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M2026 - 2026 Mandatory Course: Required for 2027 Renewal Virtual Class

$45.00

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30 AM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Chad Collins

2 Credit Hours

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BM303 - Managing by the Numbers Virtual Class

$90.00

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:30 PM

Location

Instructor

Virtual Class
Virtual Class

Greg Isenhour

Description

When it comes to the bottom line, the numbers tell everything. Participants should come to this class with their company financials, ready to discuss and learn from each other. Key financial rations and benchmarks will be addressed along with the number one quesiton everyone wants to know the answer to, "How much can I make?"