The Home Builders Association of St. Louis and Eastern Missouri began in 1934 when seven builders started the Builder's Guild. In the eighty-plus years since, the HBA has grown to over 600 members and is one of the most active local building industry associations in the country. The HBA is responsible for the geographic areas of St. Louis City and the Counties of St. Louis, St. Charles, Jefferson, Lincoln, Franklin, Warren, and Washington.

Mission
The Home Builders Association of St. Louis and Eastern Missouri helps create a region that promotes and protects the viability of the building industry by serving its members, who strive to meet the housing needs of our neighbors.

Brand Statement
The HBA empowers members to succeed by working toward common sense building regulations, providing networking and educational opportunities, and using its power in numbers to keep the housing market strong.