Associated Builders & Contractors has been
helping merit contractors build their companies for fifty years . More than 24,000 members from 78 chapters work together to promote the merit philosophy and protect the rights of merit contractors across the country. We help our members grow by ensuring that merit contractors can compete freely in the marketplace. Through our efforts, we hope not only to help our members build better companies, but also build better lives.
We offer our members a wide variety of services including:
Apprenticeship and Craft Training
Federally Approved Apprenticeship Programs in
| Carpentry | Electrical | HVAC |
| Sheet Metal | Iron Workers | Laborer |
| Plumbing | Brick Masonry | Sprinkler Fitters |
| Painters | Concrete Finishers | Pipefitter |
Comprehensive School-to-Work Program Accredited Sponsor of the NCCER's Standardized Craft Training Program.
Business Development and Networking
- Contractor Referrals (National and Local)
- National and State Directories/Buyer's Guide
- Annual Construction Awards Program
Safety - OSHA Compliance
- CPR and First Aid Training
- Safety Training Courses
- Safety Tool Box Talks
- Safety Library
Retirement and Insurance Programs - 401 (K) Plan
- Health, Life, and Dental Insurance
- Vision and Prescription Plans
- Long/Short Term Disability
Publications/Information - Bi-Monthly Chapter Newsletter- The Merit Shop Advocate
- National Newsletter- ABC Today
- National and Chapter Websites
- Chapter Directory/Buyers Guide
Social Events - Annual Golf Tournament
- Annual State Convention
- Dinner Meetings / After-Hours Events
- National Convention
Labor Relations - Chapter Labor Attorney
- Employer Labor Relations Information
- Construction Legal Rights Foundation (National)
Government Relations and Grassroots Activities - National and State Lobbying
- Legislative Updates
- Nationally Recognized Political Action Committee
- Annual Legislative Conference in Washington, DC