Frequently Asked Questions.....

 Q. "What is the Building Contractor's Association of Otero County?"

A.  The Building Contactor's Association of Otero County is a non profit trade organization which represents the general contractors of the building industry in our region.  It is affiliated with the New Mexico Home Builders Association (NMHBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

Q. "Who are it's members?"

A.  Licensed general contractors, and sub contractors such as carpenters, plumbers, electricians, tile layers, roofers, drywallers,etc., material suppliers, services dealing with home building such as title companies, bankers, insurance companies, and more.

Q. "How many members does each organization have?"

A.  Our organization has approximately 140 members, half of which are general contractors (Builder Members), the other half Associate Members.  The NMHBA has approximately 3,000 members, and the NAHB has approximately 200,000 members.

Q. "What is the purpose of the Building Contractor's Association?"

A.  The association seeks to represent and serve the diversified needs of its members who consist of large, small volume and custom home builders, developers, and remodelers, as well as industry-related suppliers, subcontractors, & professionals.   As the voice of the housing industry in Otero County, the association’s primary mission is to represent those involved in and served by the building industry in our region, and all those in pursuit of the American Dream.

Q. "What are the Association's goals?"

A. 

• Educate our membership, our industry and the public;
• Actively participate in legislative & regulatory affairs;
• Provide the forums that encourage quality construction and innovative products.

Q. "How would I benefit from becoming a member?"

A.  Some benefits of Membership include:  The opportunity to network, learn from, trade ideas with other professionals in the industry, belonging to an organization dedicated to the construction industry, being with professionals in a peer environment, the ability to obtain Builders Trust of New Mexico General Liability and Workman's Compensation Insurance, only available to members.  Also, members are able to participate in our Showcase of Homes- an event in which the public tours homes for sale by our members, expanding exposure and increasing sales.  You will have access to the monthly newsletter, award opportunities, and attend meetings at which we have informative and interesting speakers.  You will also receive the monthly Builder Magazine.

Q. "I'd like to attend local, state, and national building expos, would I be able to do this?"

A.  Yes, as a member, you have access to all these expos, plus state and national trade shows.

Q. "Can I get additional industry related training from the Association?"

A.  Yes, the Association is well connected through state and national Associations to keep on top of the current requirements necessary to provide services and be in compliance and works to disseminate that information to it's members about classes and trainings.

Q. "Does your membership get together to share ideas and socialize?"

A.  Yes.  We have annual events including our Golf Tournament, Shrimp Boil, Redneck BBQ, Christmas Party.

Q. "Who governs the local Association?"

A.  A six member Executive Board comprised of President, Past President, President-Elect, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Builder's Trust Representative; and an 18 member Board of Directors comprised of Builder Members and Associate Members.

Q. "Who can serve on these boards?"

A.  Any member can serve if elected, however the president is a builder member.

Q. "Do Members receive any discounts?"

A.  Yes! Members have discounts for things such as: GM vehicle purchase/lease discount, Hertz car rentals, Wyndham Hotel Group and Endless Vacation rentals, FedEx  Advantage Program and YRC Transportation shipping, Hewlett Packard computers, Omaha Steaks, Office Depot, Solveras Payment Solutions, FTD Floral, NAHB Career Center, Workers Compensation coverage available through Builders Trust of New Mexico.

Q. "How much are dues, and how are they paid?"

A.  Dues are for annual membership and are $475.00 for the year.   This pays you up for local, state and national. Your anniversary date of joining is when you will renew each year.   A member can also choose to add $20.00 to the annual dues to go to a political action committee on a voluntary basis. We accept check, cash. 

Q. "How do I join?"

A.  We would love for you to drop by the office to meet you and would assist you in filling out the form and give you our New Member Packet, or you can fill it out online  from the Apply Online link at the top of our page.

Q. "I need more information, how do I contact you?"

A.  Many ways! You can come by the office at 406 Fairgrounds Road, Alamogordo, NM; send us email through our website or to bcaoc@qwestoffice.net; call the office at 575-437-2066, fax to 575-437-2218; call the cell 575-551-2942; and our mailing address is BCAOC P.O. Box 4382, Alamogordo, NM 88311.