Certification

Below you will find the long awaited information on the AUSTIN NARI certification study group starting on Wednesday, August 17, 2011.  The Study Group times are 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (Every Wed for 12 weeks).

• Dates are 8/17, 8/24, 8/31, 9/07, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/05, 10/12, 10/19, 10/16, 10,16, 10/26, 11/02.
• Proctored exam: 8:00 a.m. till 12 noon 11/05
• Sign Up and Payment Deadline July 29, 2011
• Instructor Joe Jakes
• Location: Lowes @ Shoal Creek (tentative)
• Cost: Members $749 NonMembers: $949

Information is below on (CR, CRS, & CRA). Applications must be received in the Association Office no later than Friday, July 29th along with payment.  We do accept all major credit cards for your convenience. You can email linda@austinnari.org or rick@austinnari.org to request your application to attend the classes.

Certified Remodeler (CR)
NARI Certified Remodelers (CRs) are professional remodelers who provide a full range of remodeling services. To become a CR, candidates must possess skill and knowledge in a broad range of business management and technical skill areas.

To qualify for the CR designation, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Be employed by or own a firm that derives at least 90% of its sales volume through remodeling work
• Adhere to NARI’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
• Have a minimum of five years continuous experience in the remodeling industry
• Completed 16 hours of continuing education
• Successfully completed a comprehensive application that details their background and experience
• Successfully complete a one-day written examination addressing 20 knowledge areas related to
• general remodeling practices and business
• Submit all required application materials and fees

Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS)
NARI Certified Remodeler Specialists (CRSs) are professional remodelers who focus on specific type of work and serve the needs of homeowners interested in their area of technical excellence, such as concrete and masonry work, electrical work, insulation, mechanical systems, plumbing systems, and roofing and siding.

To qualify for the CRS designation, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Be employed by or own a firm that derives at least 90% of its sales volume through remodeling work
• Adhere to NARI’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
• Have a minimum of five years continuous experience in the remodeling industry
• Completed 16 hours of continuing education
• Successfully completed a comprehensive application that details their background and experience
• Successfully complete a one-day written examination addressing knowledge areas related to general
• remodeling practices and business
• Submit all required application materials and fees

Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA)
NARI Certified Remodeler Associates (CRAs) actively support the remodeling industry in professions such as architects, designers, manufacturers, suppliers, and consultants.

To qualify for the CRA designation, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Have a minimum of five years continuous service in support of the remodeling industry as an architect, designer, educator, manufacturer, publisher, supplier, or consultant
• Adhere to NARI’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
• Completed 16 hours of continuing education
• Successfully completed a comprehensive application that details their background and experience
• Successfully complete a one-day written examination addressing knowledge areas related to general remodeling practices and business
• Submit all required application materials and fees

It’s no wonder homeowners feel more comfortable relying on remodeling contractors who have earned NARI certification.

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is the only national association dedicated solely to the remodeling industry. NARI’s focus is on professional conduct, continuing education and training, and fair and ethical treatment within the home improvement industry. NARI certification of professional remodeling contractors serves as the association’s recognition of remodeling professionals who have met stringent criteria for experience and pledged a commitment to the highest standards of practice and to NARI’s Code of Ethics.

Among the factors NARI encourages homeowners to consider when selecting a remodeling contractor, in addition to NARI certification, is an assessment of and satisfaction with the remodeling contractor’s workmanship, reputation and integrity, durability of materials used, and equipment. Before hiring any home improvement contractor, homeowners are urged to check references and if possible, visit and inspect similar projects that he or she has completed.

Fee Schedules
Fee Schedule: Certified Remodeler (CR), Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS), Certified Remodeler Associate (CRA)

Component	NARI Members	Non-Members
Certification Fee	$749payable at time of application. *	$949 payable at time of application.*
Annual Recertification	$75	$150
*If an applicant is found to not be qualified to sit for the exam this fee will be refunded minus a $200 processing charge

To request your application email linda@austinnari.org or rick@austinnari.org

All applications along with payment MUST BE RECEIVED AT THE AUSTIN NARI OFFICE NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, JULY 29TH, 5:00 PM.  Please mail to P.O. Box 9964, Austin, Tx 78766, or email to linda@austinnari.org or rick@austinnari.org