Members of the Greater Sacramento Valley Chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) are licensed, insured, remodeling professionals who support an organization that promotes the highest standards in ethics and business practices. The Chapter is a resource for homeowners by providing a Home Improvement & Remodeling Guide, which includes profiles on our members, specialty listings, and informative articles. Before you begin your remodeling project – check with the Pros at NARI!

NARI MEMBERS ABIDE BY A CODE OF ETHICS

NARI OFFERS CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
In 1988, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry certification program provided the remodeling industry with its first formalized standard of expertise, knowledge, and ethical conduct among professional remodelers. Today, the NARI Certification programs continue to offer a measure of skill and expertise valued not only by other professional remodelers, but by consumers as well. Prized by those who have achieved the designation, these programs identify remodelers who have submitted themselves to detailed review and testing in areas of business management, ethical conduct, and technical skills. NARI Certification offers a valuable marketing tool – assurance that the consumer is choosing a professional with years of experience, dedication to ongoing training, and a commitment to ethical conduct.

NARI has six distinct certification designations: CR (Certified Remodeler), designed to recognize and identify full-service remodelers. CRS (Certified Remodeler Specialist), reserved for remodelers who specialize in a particular area of the industry. CRA (Certified Remodelers Associate), designed for individuals who actively support the remodeling industry as architects, designers, educators, manufacturers, publishers, suppliers, and consultants. CLC (Certified Lead Carpenter), designed exclusively for lead carpenters who are skilled and knowledgeable in the technical, hands-on aspects of their work, but who also have demonstrated skill and knowledge in project management, supervision, and customer service. CRC (Certified Remodeling Contractor) developed for the student as well as the remodeler who is in the early part of his/her remodeling career. CKBR (Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler), designed for contractors involved in the unique aspect of kitchen and bath remodeling. This certification qualifies specialists in the area of kitchen and bath remodeling.

NARI offers annual recertification. All NARI certified remodeling professionals must participate in a combination of continuing education, association activities, community service, and/or other industry related activities to be eligible for annual recertification. These requirements strengthen the individual’s skills as well as the overall reputation and meaning of NARI Certification.

NARI SERVES THE COMMUNITY
The Sacramento Chapter of NARI participates in a number of worthwhile activities to assist members of the local community each year. Programs that have been supported by the Greater Sacramento Valley Chapter of NARI include RebuildTogether (formerly Christmas In April), fund raising for KVIE local television, Sacramento Crisis Nurseries, toy and gift drives at Christmas benefiting the Sacramento Children’s Home, Mustard Seed School, and Wind Youth Services.

NARI SUPPORTS EDUCATION
Five years ago, the Chapter began designating a percentage of all proceeds from its activities to be used for start-up funding for an educational foundation. This foundation has been formed and scholarships dispersed. Chapter volunteers have begun discussions with local schools, school districts, and technical schools to determine how our foundation can be of assistance. Scholarships will be awarded and grants given to deserving schools/programs – all with the goal of helping those who wish to enter the construction industry. Members of this program will also develop and present classroom presentations and activities geared toward educating students about the remodeling industry.

The NARI Education Fund and members of NARI are also supporters of Sacramento Valley Technical High School (www.SVTHS.org), a vocational education charter school located in the Natomas Unified School District. SVTHS currently has three career pathways focusing on Construction, Culinary Arts, and Graphic/Web Design. NARI members serve on the Board of Directors as well as provide volunteers to participate on the Construction and Culinary Arts career pathway advisory committees. Support from the NARI Education Fund has provided tools, textbooks, and materials/labor for tenant improvements.

EXCELLENCE IS HONORED – Contractor of the Year
The Contractor of the Year Awards (CotY©) are designed to recognize and reward excellence in the professional remodeling industry. Local NARI members compete in 25 categories. Projects must be significantly better than average and exhibit an outstanding or insightful approach or result. Some of the factors taken into consideration during judging include: the degree to which the expressed needs of the client were met, evidence of superior craftsmanship, overcoming difficult obstacles, and the innovative uses of materials and/or methods of construction. An impartial panel of judges, who are experts from within the industry and associated fields, select the CotY© Award winners.

Members listed by Certification Class | Chapter Notices & Material | Sacramento Chapter Annual Calendar | Membership Application

Featured Sponsors of the Month | Chapter Community Service / Education Activities | Contractor of the Year Awards | Chapter Leaders | Contact Us