September 2019 Reporter

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• Membership Renewals • 363rd Host HHH Rest Stop #2 • SAFB Colonel Donahue Speaks • YP Clay Shoot Scheduled • Permits Pulled • Meet Your Members

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Special Thanks to our 2019 NTHBA Partners: Gold Guarantee Title Union Square Credit Union Silver American National Bank & Trust Atmos Energy First National Bank On Site Solutions Texoma Community Credit Union

SEPTEMBER 2019

From the President Many of the homes we build will eventually be inspected by a Licensed Real Estate Inspector.

If that’s the case, shouldn’t Builder’s know who these inspectors are?

Shouldn’t we know what sort of training they have that enables them to inspect and judge our projects?

A real estate inspector is a person who is licensed to perform an inspection of a property that is the subject of a real estate transaction. An inspector can work for either a buyer or seller and is required to follow a Standards of Practice, which provides the minimum standards an inspector must follow when inspecting a property.

The Real Estate License Act, enacted in 1991, provided for the examination of home inspectors and established continuing education requirements. These and other requirements are contained in the Texas Administrative Code. The law requires home inspector applicants to work as apprentice inspectors under the supervision of a professional licensed home inspector. If an applicant is unable to obtain an apprenticeship, educational course work and an examination can be substituted. Home inspectors are regulated by the Texas Real Estate Licensing Board and the Texas Real Estate Commission.

There are 3 levels of an inspector license (apprentice, Real Estate, and Professional) In order to be licensed as a professional home inspector one must take the 128 hour classroom course and one of the following: A. Have been actively experienced as a real estate inspector for at least 12 months and have completed 200 inspections (175 under Continues on pg 2

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indirect supervision and 25 under direct supervision). B. Have completed an additional 200 classroom hours taken in specific topics approved by commission and one of the following must be met; 1) 120 hours in experience training module or 2) 120 hours inspecting with a licensed professional.

ABC Supply..........................................Victoria Longo American National Bank & Trust.........Kathy Roberts Anchor Realty....................................LeeAnn Burnett Brazos Window & Door............................Blake Seyler Builders Wholesale.........................................Rick Belz Ingram Concrete..................................Lance Nelson

When an applicant for a license has met all licensing requirements, the Commission shall notify the applicant that the applicant must provide proof of professional liability insurance coverage for before the license will be issued.

Longo Landscape & Lawn Service, Inc......Donnie Long

National Wholesale Supply..............Jason Sternadel R.J. Wachsman Homes...............Tanner Wachsman Steve Lane Construction..........................Steve Lane Waggoner Carpet One.................Bryan Waggoner

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An inspector must maintain financial responsibility during the period the license is active. The applicant must provide proof of insurance using a Certificate of Insurance form approved by the Commission and signed by the applicant's insurance agent.

2019 Dates to Remember

The examination for a real estate inspector license and for a professional inspector license consists of a national part and a state part. The Commission adopts the National Home Inspector Examination developed by the Examination Board of Professional Home Inspectors for the national portion of the examination. For the state portion of the examination, questions shall be used which measure competency in the subject areas required for a license and which demonstrate an awareness of its provisions relating to inspectors. Each real estate inspector applicant must achieve a score of at least 70% on the state portion of the examination. Each professional inspector applicant must achieve a score of at least 75% on the state portion of the examination.

October 25.....Young Professionals Sporting ClayShoot

November 20-22 TAB Fall Board Meetings & Excellence in Leadership Dinner

December 10............NTHBA Annual Christmas Party

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Helping Build Our Community Since 1907

Approved Qualifying Courses of Study. The subjects approved for credit for qualifying inspector courses are those courses prescribed

by Texas Occupations Code and the following: Foundations; site analysis/location, grading, flat work, material, foundation walls, foundation drainage, columns and under floor space.

Framing; flashing, wood stick framing, roof

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structure - rafters/trusses, floor structures, porches/decks/steps/landings/balconies, doors, ceilings, interior walls, stairways, guardrails/handrails/balusters, fireplace/chimney, sills/columns/beams/joist/sub-flooring, wall systems/structure – headers, masonry, wood I joist, roof sheathing, wood wall, conventional concrete.

Building Enclosure; review of foundation and roofing relation, review of flashing, cladding, windows, vapor barriers, insulation, energy codes, and ingress/egress.

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Roof Systems; review rafters, roof joist, ceiling joist, collar ties, knee walls, purling, trusses, wood I joist, roof sheathing, roof water control, skylights, flashing, ventilation, attic access, Slopes, materials and valleys.

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Plumbing Systems; water supply systems, fixtures, drains, vents, water heaters and gas lines.

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Electrical Systems; equipment location and clearances, services, branch circuit and feeder requirements, wiring methods, power and lights distribution, fixtures and swimming pool.

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become a Texas Home Builder. I suggested the TDLR should establish minimum state requirements for licensing Builder’s by way of exam and experience. I further suggested continuing education be required so builders can remain current in today’s building standards. This is not a popular idea among most Builder’s or the TAB as governmental oversite is seldom welcomed in Texas. Nevertheless, I think Texas Builder’s need to be educated and need to be able to meet minimum competency standards.

HVAC Systems; heating, ventilation, conditioning and evaporative coolers.

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Appliances; dishwasher, food waste disposer, kitchen exhaust hood, range, cooktop, ovens Microwaves, trash compactor, bathroom exhaust fan and heater, whole house vacuum systems, garage door operator, doorbell and chimes and dryer vents.

Inspectors must comply with the Texas Standards of Practice for structural systems, electrical systems, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems, plumbing systems appliances, and inspection guidelines for optional systems.

Other approved courses as they relate to real estate inspections are; a) Environmental Protection Agency; b) Consumer Product Safety Commission; and c) General business practices.

Last month I wrote my article about the lack of education and experience criteria required to

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MEET YOUR MEMBERS DOUGLAS CUSTOM HOMES Doug McCulloch graduated with a business degree from University of California Riverside.

We routinely assist the homeowner with the design of their floor plan and exterior elevation.

We have a number of lots in Candlewood West 7 and Bridge Creek Estates to choose from.

He was a real estate broker in California for 16 years prior to moving to Wichita Falls in 1993.

In California, Doug specialized in residential single family and multi-family remodeling and Doug McCulloch resale.

We look forward to serving you as one of our valued clients. To schedule an appointment, call Katie at our office today and we will get started on the new custom home of your dreams.

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Doug is currently serving the North Texas Home Builders Association as President which he had served as in 2010 and 2011. Doug has also served the NTHBA on various committees as well as on the Board of Directors when he is not serving as President. He is currently serving on three committees for the Texas Association of Builders.

Bobby Diltz President

Welcome to Breegle Abbey Carpet & Floor!

We've been Wichita Fall's area Home Decorating Center for over 60 years.

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Tom Nichols Vice President

Douglas Custom Homes, Inc. is a premier home builder of spacious, high quality custom homes that fit your family’s lifestyle and budget. “We pay particular attention to the details that make your house special.” Doug began building new home in Wichita Falls in 2002 and was instrumental in the start-up of the prestigious Bridge Creek Estates and Candlewood Developments. He has recently completed construction of the amenities at the Bridge Creek Community Association which includes a swimming pool, sand volleyball court, tennis court, two half-court basketball courts and a children’s playground.

Breegle's reputation of quality home products and reliable customer service has consistently made us Texoma's residential and commercial one-stop source for redecorating and remodeling. We service the greater Wichita Falls area and southern Oklahoma, including Lawton, Vernon, Walters, Throckmorton, Archer City, Olney, Seymour, Graham, Bowie and Nocona.

Breegle Building Products was founded in 1947

by Mel and June Breegle and has been serving Wichita Falls and the surrounding area ever since. Breegle's is currently owned and operated

by Bobby Diltz, who is carrying on the tradition of excellent customer service that was started by Mr. and Mrs. Breegle. Our outstanding reputation in the community is a result of this tradition of service.

Doug’s wife Donna contributes to the interior design and finish outs of many of the finer homes.

Doug’s brother –in – law Steven Klasse serves as the construction supervisor for each job. Steven stays in contact with the clients during and post construction.

At Breegle's we offer a wide variety of products and services, including carpet, ceramic tile, vinyl flooring, wood flooring, area rugs, wallpaper, Formica, blinds and cabinet hardware. To ensure that you get the best possible installation of your new flooring, we have floor-covering installers that are certified by the International Certified Floor Covering Installers Association.

At Douglas Custom Homes our goal is to build the absolute best home for you. Douglas Custom Homes is known for our special features and attention to detail. Spacious, bright rooms, state of the art functional kitchens, luxurious bathrooms and peaceful, comfortable bedrooms are a few of the amenities you will find

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OK Concrete currently has 10 locations with the Memphis location being turned into a portable plant and .

Litteken has served on the board of directors of the North Texas Home Builders Association since March 2017, and has been involved with three of its committees, Communications & Publications for three years, and the Parade of Homes and Special Events Committee for one year.

He has also served on the boards of the Better Business Bureau and the Texas Workforce Commission.

Growing up, he was an Eagle Scout and later an active TKE fraternity member at MSU. Brandon and OK Concrete are very active in the community continually supporting the North Texas Home Builders Association, meals on wheels, North Texas Rehab and many other non-profit community events.

Through all the advancements in the industry and the growth and success of OK Concrete Company over these past 50 years, they remain committed to providing REAL service. Their strong Christian values inspire them to continue to serve their customers and community with sincerity and integrity.

Call OK Concrete 940-723-4324 to assist you with your next project.

Need a quote? Call Breegle's at (940) 322-3129.

Bobby and Tom or one of their many representatives will be glad to help you with your latest remodeling or redecorating project. Our goal is to serve you.

Brandon Litteken Asst. General Manager

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OK Concrete Company was established on September 25, 1970. Arthur Litteken bought half interest in the location on Sheppard Access Road in Wichita Falls, TX from T. C. Foley, who also owned City Concrete, Inc., on the other side of Wichita Falls. Four years later, in 1974, Arthur bought the remainder of OK Concrete Company. Nineteen years later, in June of 1989, OK Concrete Company purchased M & M Ready Mix in Vernon and Childress, TX, to expand to 3 locations when Brandon’s father David, moved his family to Vernon to run a company branch.

Brandon grew up in Vernon, graduated from high school there and moved to Wichita Falls to attend Midwestern State University, where he earned a bachelor’s in business administration.

“I grew up with OK Concrete in the background,” said Litteken who is assistant general manager of a company that manufactures and delivers concrete. “I worked with them on and off through high school and a little bit in college.”

After going to Dallas/Fort Worth for a marketing job he later decided to come back to a smaller city.

In 2011, he returned to Wichita Falls and became assistant general manager for the concrete company.

Brandon currently handles everything from HR, accounts payable and receivable, sales, marketing, quotation, bidding and customer relations. He has a CDL and is not beyond getting on a truck if necessary.

Brandon believes you should be able to do what you expect your employees to do.

The company’s main branch in Wichita Falls but

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The NTHBA helps the 363rd Training Squadron put another year in the record books for being able to create a super awesome backdrop for their Marvel Character theme. Bikers were greeted by Spiderman, Thanos, Dreadpool, Captain Marvel and Thor along with a host of friendly hospitality and fun at the 363rds annually hosted rest stop.

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The NTHBA had the pleasure of supporting the squadron monetarily and members donating supplies the past 5 years for the 363rd to stand out with their creative themes from DC Comics, Disney Characters, Jurassic Park and the latest Marvel Characters to name a few.

The 363rd TRS definitely knows how to live large. When they’re not training at SAFB, traveling TDY or in harm’s way defending our country, they are in the community volunteering, participating in events or contributing to the economy. We are blessed to have so many wonderful friends from the 363rd Training Squadron!

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Army Air Corps training center on 17 October 1941, following the arrival of the first military members on 14 June. As the Army Air Corps became the Army Air Forces, facilities were completed sufficiently to allow the first class of 22 aviation mechanics to enter training that October; the class graduated 23 February 1942.

During World War II, then-Sheppard Field conducted basic training, and it also trained glider mechanics, technical and flying training instructors and B-29 Super fortress flight engineers. In addition to the basic flying training, the base also provided advanced pilot training. Sheppard Field was deactivated 31 August 1946 and declared surplus to the War Department's needs.

Control and accountability for Sheppard Field was transferred to the Department of the Air Force 1 August 1948 and was reactivated 15 August 1948 to supplement Lackland AFB, Texas, as a basic training center renamed as Sheppard

The NTHBA’s annual meeting of the members, September 5, 2019 will not soon be forgotten.

Colonel Michael Donahue had no clue what he had committed to when he was asked to speak in less than a week before the event. In spite of all the obstacles that kept trying to ruin the day, with the major difficulties being the audio to go with his presentation, Colonel Donahue being the professional he is, stayed calm, cool and collected as if nothing out of the ordinary had happened. Thank you Lt. Colonel Olson of the 363rd Training Squadron for procuring Colonel Donahue to speak with short notice.

The Colonel started his presentation with telling the audience when he was asked to speak, he asked what he could talk about. He was told anything you want to. Therefore, he said he felt it was only appropriate to start with the history of SAFB. He mentioned, a lot of people in the room have probably never heard how SAFB originated.

Over the next three decades, three training schools were stationed at the base training students in a i r c r a f t maintenance, transportation, communication, civil engineering, aircrew life support and field training.

(The following facts are taken from Wikipedia) Sheppard Air Force Base is named in honor of Senator John Morris Sheppard of Texas (1875–1941), chairman of the Senate Military Affairs Committee from 1933 until his death on 9 April 1941. Senator Sheppard helped lead the fight for military preparedness before the attack on Pearl Harbor.

The base began as Sheppard Field on 300 acres (1.2 km²) just south of Kell Field, named for the businessman Frank Kell. A Texas cattleman, oilman, and philanthropist, Joseph Sterling Bridwell, sold the land to the U.S. Army for one dollar.

It was officially opened as a United States

The 3950th Technical Training Wing was designated the Sheppard Technical Training Center in 1959 with two subsequent name changes it is now the 82d Training Wing.

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provided undergraduate pilot training for pilots of the Republic of Vietnam Air Force. The Wing designation was changed to the 80th Flying Training Wing in 1973.

The 80th Flying Training Wing began conducting the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program in 1981. This one-of-a-kind program includes 13-NATO countries. They are: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Turkey, the United Kingdom and the United States.

than 60 Air Force installations worldwide. The 82d Mission Support Group (82 MSG) and the 82 Medical Group (82 MDG) support these organizations. Together with the 80th Flying Training Wing more than 7 million US and ally warriors have been trained.

(Taken from SAFB website).

Colonel Donahue is the Commander of the 82nd Training Group which graduates over 19,300 annually, has 124 resident, mobile and distance learning courses with approximately 800 instructors, military training leaders and support staff per year The 82nd Training Group is responsible for aircraft maintenance and armament and munitions including nuclear munitions. The 82nd TRG provides aircraft maintenance and munitions training to satisfy the full range of customer requirements for respective apportioned United States Air Force specialties, including officer and enlisted initial skills courses in 17 different Air Force Specialty Codes, advanced and supplemental courses, the Maintenance Course for Operational Commanders, and the Mission Generation Road Course. The training group has four squadrons including three at Sheppard and one at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida.

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In y 1992, restructuring and downsizing of the Air Force caused a realignment and renumbering of units at Sheppard. Some of the training wings were redesignated as groups, and the technical training groups became squadrons.

Between 1960 and 1966 the Strategic Air Command (SAC) had training units stationed at the base that conducted aerospace rescue schools and weather instruction. In addition, The 494th Bombardment Wing, a Strategic Air Command operational wing of B-52D Stratofortress bombers and KC-135A Stratotanker aircraft, previously designated as the 4245th Strategic Wing, was based at Sheppard.

In conclusion, Colonel Donahue mentioned that Wichita Falls has been the most receptive community for the people at SAFB and he has been to many bases. Those involved in the adopted squadron program have been very hospitable, involved and helpful to those stationed at SAFB. He mentioned that SAFB plays a huge economic factor in Wichita Falls and due to the important operations at SAFB he does not see any fear of SAFB ever going away. Lastly, he mentioned housing is one of the things that has been an issue since the privatization of base housing. Those stationed at Sheppard have a tough time finding affordable housing or rentals outside of the base. This would be the most important thing those at Sheppard would like to see more of.

Today SAFB Host the following Units: The 80th Flying Training Wing and the 82d Training Wing The host unit on Sheppard Air Force Base is the 82d Training Wing, whose mission makes it the most diversified training base within AETC. It is a non-flying wing that conducts all technical training at Sheppard. The 982d Training Group (982 TRG) provides instruction in a wide range of specialties at Sheppard and also at more 12