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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Recent studies, including the Cost vs. Value Report and the Remodeling Impact Report, indicate that insulation upgrades add value to the home. But, why should remodelers care? In this week’s blog, our guest author from the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, says that being knowledgeable about this subject can help separate you from the competition.
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
 The online Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC) study group is a facilitated program that will build your knowledge in all areas of residential remodeling, and serves as preparation for the CLC exam. The prep course begins Thurs., Feb. 25 and runs for 12 weeks; 5 to 7 p.m. (CT).
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
In case you missed it, last week NARI announced the selection of 158 Regional CotY (Contractor of the Year) winners from the 2016 competition, with 22 supplier/vendor project team members. Regional CotY Winners now advance as finalists at the national level.
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The subfloor you choose today is the base your homeowners will depend on for quiet, stiff floors for years to come. With high wood density and, moisture-fighting resins throughout the panel, AdvanTech® subfloors install fast and stay flat. Say goodbye to squeaks and sanding. www.AdvanTechPerforms.com
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Do you know how to sell to today’s consumers? Does your business/chapter have a marketing plan? Are you up-to-date on the latest technologies available to remodelers? Are you worried about the skilled labor shortage? Attend the 2016 NARI Spring Business Meeting to learn more about these subject areas to help your business further succeed.
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GuildQuality
 Nearly 2,000 homebuilders, remodelers and contractors rely on GuildQuality to measure and improve their levels of customer satisfaction. As a NARI member, you can take advantage of surveying up to 50 of your past customers at no cost.
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WhisperFit® EZ is the perfect solution for any remodeler looking to quickly and easily replace an existing vent fan from below the ceiling. This affordable low-profile workhorse delivers quiet, energy-efficient and effective exhaust ventilation for the many bathrooms in your portfolio. Best of all, it fits wherever you need it.
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JLC LIVE
NARI will be exhibiting at the JLC LIVE New England Residential Construction Show, Mar. 18-19 at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence, RI. As part of our agreement with show organizers, all NARI members can register for complimentary exhibit hall admission by entering the code NARI.
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By Michael J. Berens
 All signs point to a year of healthy growth for the remodeling industry in 2016. Indicators across all sectors of the industry are up. Remodelers, renovators, kitchen and bath specialists, designers and architects all express optimism that 2016 will be a better year than 2015 — perhaps the best year for the industry since before 2008. A number of factors are combining to motivate homeowners to invest in remodeling and renovations, including rising home prices.
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Measuring a home has never been easier! Simply snap a few photos with the HOVER 3D app and get accurate measurements for siding, windows and more. HOVER saves you time and money by eliminating the need to re-measure and make unnecessary trips to the jobsite. For more information, visit www.hover.to.
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Remodeling Magazine
The joys of owning a home can quickly be extinguished when the first signs of a repair require one to call a handyman. When renting, life was a little easier: If something broke, the super or landlord fixed it. However, once people own a home, spending the time and money to repair things around the home falls to them. A new subscription-based service is designed to make that process a little easier for the homeowner and for the contractor.
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By Emma Fitzpatrick
 A hefty price tag of $5 million for a 30-second ad during Super Bowl 50 did not stop businesses from buying their first Super Bowl ads. This year, there were more than 15 businesses who were first-time Super Bowl advertisers, the most newbies since the dot-com bubble in 2000. From the ads to the Super Bowl's marketing, read on to find out the biggest marketing lessons your business can learn from Super Bowl 50.
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ProRemodeler
Back in 2006, business expert Fred Reichheld came out with a book called "The Ultimate Question: Driving Good Profits and True Growth." His concept was an immediate sensation, and it’s changed how major companies all over the world think about survey results.
I’ll explain the idea for anyone who’s not familiar with it. Did you ever notice that almost all customer satisfaction surveys have one question in common: “How likely are you to recommend [company] to a friend or colleague?” Well, there’s a good reason.
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By Nate Budde
 The construction industry runs on credit. As such, most credit departments have policies that guide when to extend, and how to collect, credit. A preliminary notice policy sits within your credit policy, describing how to incorporate and protect mechanics lien rights. Specifically, this type of policy details when and how to secure debts using preliminary notices — sometimes called notices to owner or pre-liens — and it expresses your team's philosophy toward lien rights.
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