TAB Contracts Explained: Why Texas Builders Should Be Using Them

Are you using the right contract for your building projects in Texas?

In this episode of the Your Project Shepherd Podcast, Curtis Lawson sits down with three industry leaders to unpack the value, structure, and legal protection behind TAB Contracts:

• Frances Blake – General Counsel & VP of Regulatory Affairs, Texas Association of Builders

• Adam Aschmann – Senior Vice President & General Counsel, Tilson Homes

• Donald Shelton – Attorney/Shareholder, Bush Rudnicki Shelton, PC

TAB (Texas Association of Builders) contracts are specifically written for residential construction in Texas — and they’re designed to protect builders operating under Texas law.

In this conversation, we cover:

• Why TAB contracts exist and how they differ from generic templates

• Common contract mistakes that expose builders to unnecessary legal risk

• How properly structured agreements protect both builders and homeowners

• The role contracts play in dispute prevention and risk management

• Why professional builders should treat contracts as a strategic tool — not just paperwork

If you're a custom home builder, remodeler, or residential contractor in Texas, this episode will help you better understand how to protect your business and operate more professionally.

Contracts aren’t just legal documents — they set expectations, define relationships, and can determine whether a project ends in success or in court.

Listen in and learn why TAB contracts may be one of the most important investments you make in your business.