Code of Ethics

The philosophy of the Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties is that:

• Home ownership can and should be within the reach of every American family.
• American homes should be well designed, constructed, and located.
• American homes should be built under the free enterprise system.

To achieve these three goals, our members pledge to uphold the following Code of Ethics:

• Conduct our business in a manner that will reflect credit upon our association, our industry and ourselves.
• Avoid statements or implications that may be misleading or deceptive.
• Describe accurately and honestly the price, materials, and standards of workmanship used in our jobs.
• Provide high standards of health and safety.
• Deal fairly with everyone involved in our projects including: employees, sub-contractors, suppliers, and customers.
• Encourage research to develop new materials, building techniques, improved building practices and financing methods.
• Perform to the standards of the NAHB residential construction performance guideline, in effect at the time of construction.
• Offer a minimum one-year written warranty and use the MBA ‘s dispute resolution process to settle disagreements with homeowners should the association receive a consumer complaint.  
• Support our local, state, and national associations and all related industries concerned with providing affordable housing.
• Certify that, as contractor members of the Master Builders Association, we are registered, bonded, and insured with the state of Washington.
• Do business with association members whenever possible.