Building Industry Resources

NAHB has compiled a set of resources for members and HBAs to use to help their communities rebuild following a disaster. There are radio public service announcement scripts, sample flyers and links to government information and resources. Also find out about NAHB’s work to provide rebuilding assistance to disaster victims and what you can do to help.

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This is a link to articles, drawings, videos and posts from Fine Homebuilding Magazine to help home owners and professionals dealing with the storm’s aftermath.
1/14/2013 		External Link
Link to HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research web page for downloadable resources, reports, guides, and ordinances to aid in the disaster recovery process.
11/15/2012 		External Link
The Foundation for Housing is a nonprofit established in 1999 by the New Jersey Builders Association. It is currently accepting donations to help victims of Hurricane Sandy.
11/6/2012 		External Link
Link to a government website with resources on how to prepare, plan and stay informed about disasters.
11/2/2012 		External Link
The Home Building Industry Disaster Relief Fund (HBIDRF) was established to assist areas affected by disaster in order to facilitate the rebuilding of communities. The HBIDRF is a recognized 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The HBIDRF makes funds available for direct contribution to other …
11/1/2012 		Web page
Link to the American Red Cross website with information on how to recover from a natural disaster.
10/31/2012 		External Link
Link to information on how to develop an emergency preparedness and disaster relief plan and recover after a natural disaster.
10/31/2012 		External Link
Link to FEMA's website with information on how to plan, prepare and mitigate the impact of a natural disaster.
10/23/2012 		External Link
In the case of emergency renovations, often in the wake of a natural disaster, the EPA’s lead paint rule (LRRP) contains some accommodations. For the full guidelines, read the post-disaster LRRP FAQ from the EPA. Which parts of the LRRP rule are in effect for emergency renovations?All …
8/30/2012 		Web page
This checklist will help you select a builder or remodeler to work on or build your home.
5/3/2012 		Web page
Information from the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service about how to clean water-soaked carpets and floors in the aftermath of a storm or flood, where contamination by mud, silt, sewage and mildew can compound the problem.
10/2/2009 		External Link
Information from the North Dakota State Cooperative Extension Service about how to deal with a flood.
10/2/2009 		External Link