Why Hire a NARI Professional
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) was created to encourage and promote ethical conduct, sound business practices, professionalism as well as be a resource for consumers. NARI members are among the most knowledgeable and dedicated professionals in the remodeling industry. Membership in NARI assures consumers that they are choosing a licensed and insured professional with years of experience, dedication to ongoing training and adheres to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
NARI members are full service contractors, design-build firms, manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, subcontractors, and other related professionals who work in the remodeling field.
To become a NARI member, applicants are required to have at least one year in the remodeling business and are subject to a vigorous screening and ethics review process. This process lets homeowners know that the company they are choosing has the “Good Housekeeping” seal of approval and is one of the “best of the best” in the design-build and remodeling industries in the Washington, D.C. area.
NARI is committed to educating trade professionals about best practices, design trends and building techniques through a variety of formats including education, hands-on training, publications and various programs.
For the last decade, NARI's certification program has provided the remodeling industry with a formalized standard of expertise, knowledge and ethical conduct among professional remodelers. Prized by those who have achieved the designation, NARI’s certification programs gives comfort to consumers because it identifies remodelers who have undergone a detailed review and testing in areas of business management, ethical conduct, and technical skills. The six NARI certification designations are as follows:
- Certified Remodeler (CR)
- Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS)
- Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA)
- Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR)
- Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC)
- Green Certified Professional (GCP)
