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Twenty six judges reviewed over 400 entries to award 2018 Regional CotY Winners from 45 categories including kitchen, bath, exterior, historic home renovation and more. This year’s award entries represent more than $123 Million in remodeling projects.
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2018 National CotY Winners will be announced at the Evening of Excellence on April 20th, 2018 at the Sheraton in Charlotte, NC. Jeff Devlin from DIY’s Stone House Revival will emcee. Register for the Spring Business Meeting and enjoy everything it offers including the Evening of Excellence.
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Widely known as Cliff Clavin in Cheers and the voice of many beloved Pixar characters, is Hollywood’s most outspoken advocate for American manufacturing and skilled labor. Hear John address the need for skilled labor and how to create opportunities for students, returning veterans and Americans seeking employment.
Join us April 18-21, 2018. Register Today.
SANIFLO
Never worry about maintenance again when using a Saniaccess3® macerating plumbing system from SFA Saniflo as part of a bathroom remodel. The unit comes equipped with not just one, but two easy-to-open panels atop the unit, providing ready access to the internal components for servicing.
Check out this short video featuring our Saniaccess3
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Staying current with small business technology is getting harder all the time, as tech seems to be in a state of continuous evolution. Your small business cannot grow unless your technology is up-to-date. What technologies are small business owners using this year? How do you stack up?
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NARI’s Government Advocacy Committee is planning the annual legislative Fly-in. Mark your calendar for early May and join fellow NARI members On the Hill. Attend important meetings with legislators and share concerns and industry issues with elected officials. It’s also a great opportunity for peer-to-peer networking in the nation’s capital. Questions? Check out the NARI on the Hill webpage for more information.
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 Q: Why use NARI’s BuildingBucks program when I can go directly through EnerBank?
A: The NARI BuildingBucks™ program offers benefits that are not available directly from Enerbank, including a shortened onboarding time, better rates and higher loan limits. Learn more and build your business.
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 Two thirds of homeowners would select a remodeler who is certified over one who is not. Power up your professionalism with a NARI Certification. Contact your chapter executive for a list of upcoming study groups or visit the NARI website to learn more.
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Starts: February 22, 2018
Are you a Lead Carpenter for remodeling projects?
Do you control remodeling projects from start to finish and provide the balance of the carpentry on the project?
Are you looking for a way to set yourself apart from the competition?
If so, then NARI’s CLC designation may be for you.
The CLC Study Group will fine tune your competencies in all areas essential to success as residential Lead Carpenter. The CLC Study Group is a facilitated program that will build your knowledge in all areas of residential remodeling and serves as preparation for the Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC) exam.
WHERE: Virtual, online and teleconference
WHEN: Starts Thursday, February 22, 5-7 pm Central
LENGTH: Eight consecutive weeks every Thursday for two hours
This Study Group will prepare you for the May 2018 CLC Exam.
Click here to learn more and to enroll
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Starts: March 7, 2018
The Certified Remodeling Project Manager (CRPM) program addresses project cost management, communication, project planning, quality assurance, record keeping, and risk management.
The CRPM will develop competencies and professionalize the project manager’s role in the remodeling industry. The CRPM course is a structured class of remodeling project management fundamentals and a prep course for CRPM Certification.
WHERE: Virtual, online and teleconference
WHEN: Class starts Wednesday, March 7th, 5-7pm Central
LENGTH: Eight consecutive weeks every Wednesday for two hours
This class will prepare you for the May 2018 CRPM Exam.
Click here to learn more about the certification and to enroll
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Starts: February 8, 2018
Are you a remodeler that specializes in kitchens and bathrooms?
Are you looking for a way to set yourself apart from the competition?
If so, then NARI’s CKBR designation may be for you.
The CKBR Study Group will fine tune your competencies in all areas essential to success as a residential remodeling professional that specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling. The CKBR Study Group is a facilitated program that will build your knowledge in the areas of residential remodeling specific to kitchen and bathrooms and serves as preparation for the Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) exam.
NARI Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodelers (CKBRs) provide remodeling services specific to kitchens and bathrooms. To become a CKBR, candidates must possess skills and knowledge focused on the requirements of materials, layout, and installation of kitchens and bathrooms.
WHERE: Virtual, teleconference
WHEN: Starts Thursday, February 8, 5-7 pm Central
LENGTH: Twelve consecutive weeks, every Thursday for two hours
Click here for more information and to enroll
Presented by: Buildertrend
Effective communication with your client is vital to the successful completion of any construction project. Good communication can lead to repeat business and referrals. Poor communication can result misunderstandings, poor reviews on social sites and even legal issues. Buildertrend’s Client Portal is the perfect vehicle to keep you and your client on the same page and on great terms. In this webinar we will look at how the Client Portal allows you to share the information you want the client to have – like schedules, selection deadlines, photos, change orders and much more.
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Presented by: HomeAdvisor
It’s not easy to standout online and reach new customers in the world of the internet. You can’t ‘help everyone’ or ‘win over every customer’ but you can win the right customers over by having a great online presence. Explore what it means to find customers specifically looking to hire a remodeler and increase your profits rapidly. Get takeaways on how to win the hearts of homeowners and be a star in your industry. Learn a few quick and easy strategies to get noticed by new customers. Understand digital trends and how to showcase your business so you can maximize your lead conversion.
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These Webinars are free but require registration.
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Presenter: Brian Dickerson, Townsquare Interactive
SEO stands for search engine optimization, and it’s what allows your customers to find your remodeling business online. During this webinar, you’ll learn about the components that go into a strong SEO strategy and where the future of search is headed.
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These Webinars are free but require registration.
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As open floor plans continue to grow in popularity, homeowners want more choices that reflect their personal style. GE Appliances offers more premium finishes than anyone to match the unique taste of every homeowner—from Stainless and Black Stainless to Slate and Black Slate.
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Builder Online
America's reliance foreign-born labor has increased, particularly in some states and in some semi-skilled trades.
The Capitol Hill debate on immigration became the-can-kicked-down-the-road in the stopgap funding continuing resolution that re-opened the federal government after a 3-day shutdown this past week.
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Remodeling Magazine
It’s a good idea to regularly meet one-on-one with the key team members in your remodeling business. The tricky thing is that these meetings can easily turn unproductive.
When you meet one-on-one with people like your production manager, estimator, designer, or office manager, you can quickly start talking about ongoing projects and get stuck lamenting about that cranky client or the mistake Bill made (again) out in the field.
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Qualified Remodeler
To the traditional sounds of hammers, drills, table saws and generators, contractors can soon expect to hear the rhythmic thwacking of a drone’s propellers hovering over their jobsites on a regular basis. Though they’re still a novelty, the market for these robotic flying machines is growing quickly, with real estate and construction photography leading the applications. Remodelers are among those finding great use in having a new pair of eyes in the sky.
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Michael Stone writes:
If and when you have to hire a lawyer, it's important to find one who specializes in construction law. It also helps to have one who is on your side and is willing to fight for what's right.
A contractor sent me a note last fall and I'll share parts of it here...
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Miracle Sealants Levolution is a revolution in Tile Spacing & Leveling Systems for all tiles, especially large format tile. Levolution is an all in one system that can be used for both floor & wall installs. This system is recognized by industry professionals for its best performance. Levolution has the least expensive component cost per square foot and saves up to 51% in labor over other systems.
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Pro Remodeler
You’ve invited 10 people to dinner. How many different seating arrangements are possible if you seat everyone around a single table?
It seems like a simple problem, but you quickly realize the complexity when you try to solve it by trial and error. It’s great to have choices, but having too many options threatens our ability to make a decision.
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Qualified Remodeler
Do you Understand the issue of cash flow and how it relates to growing a business?
First, it should be obvious: More sales mean larger payrolls for those installing or servicing the products. If salespeople are in the mix, they are frequently given advances. All of which creates a need for additional capital.
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