Certified Remodelers

Designations & Their Meanings

NARI Certified Remodelers (CR) – 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.

Certified Remodeler Specialist (CRS) – 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.

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

Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) – provide remodeling services specific to kitchens and bathrooms. To become a CKBR, candidates must possess skills and knowledge focused on the requirement of materials, layout, and installation of kitchens and bathrooms.

Green Certified Professional (GCP) – remodelers who apply green or sustainable principles to their remodeling projects.

Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC) – are the hands-on field personnel who oversee every aspect of the project: customer satisfaction, personnel management, administration, etc. while working on the project.

Certified Remodeling Project Manager (CRPM) – are the field personnel who oversee every aspect of the project: customer satisfaction, personnel management, administration, etc. while working on the project or projects.

Master Certified Remodeler (MCR) – is the highest level of certification NARI offers. Designed for professionals who have held the CR designation for a minimum of 10 years, hold another NARI certification and have demonstrated leadership within NARI or within local community.

Universal Design Certified Professionals (UDCP) – are recognized as experienced remodelers with skills and knowledge in all aspects of universal design and remodeling.