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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
It’s still spring, but summer will be here before you know it. This week’s NARI blog post, courtesy of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), provides you with a “Spring Cleaning” checklist to help make sure your car, truck or cargo van is ready for the warmer months ahead.
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
 Two online classes are being held in June. The Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP) online class begins June 7 and runs every Tuesday for four weeks; 2 to 4 p.m. Central. The Certified Remodeling Project Manager (CRPM) online class begins June 8 and runs every Wednesday for eight weeks; 5 to 7 p.m. Central time.
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Are you familiar with integrating technology into your remodeling projects? Tomorrow’s webinar, Home Automation Trends and Pitfalls, presented by CEDIA at noon (Central), will provide you with resources to assist your clients with making the best decisions for their projects.
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Since 1983, The HELPcard has provided an avenue for businesses to flourish by offering an affordable monthly payment option. The HELPcard specializes in prime and non-prime credit so you grow your business by providing consumers a fresh source of funds. Decisions are made instantly allowing work to start immediately.
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National Association of the Remodeling Industry
Join Brett Little, CGHP and Executive Director of the GreenHome Institute, on May 24 at noon (Central) for a one-hour webinar covering an introduction to the new Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) NARI Green certificate.
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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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Contractor Connection is the nation’s largest managed repair and remodeling network, comprising 5,000 growth-minded contractors serving large membership associations who partner with us to provide their members access to our network. Our contractors are held accountable not only through our stringent credentialing process but also through ongoing performance management.
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North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA)
NADRA estimates that there are 40 million decks in the U.S. that are over 20 years old, which means they were installed prior to today’s building codes. This makes deck safety a critical issue that must be addressed.
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NKBA
Do you have a topic you'd like to share, a subject you have researched already or one you are ready to explore and develop? The NKBA is looking for industry-relevant topics for its 2016 Voices from the Industry Conference Series. Deadline is May 20.
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Remodeling
Submit your numbers now to help secure your spot on our list of the nation's biggest full-service remodelers, replacement contractors, insurance restoration firms, and franchisers.
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By Michael J. Berens
 Amid signs that demand for new construction may be softening in some areas, hiring in the industry has slowed. At the same time, unemployment has fallen to just 6 percent, adding to concerns that a shortage of skilled labor could delay or defer future projects, further impeding growth. With fewer men entering the field, companies could help fill the employment gap by recruiting more women. But that will require changes that, up until now, the industry has been reluctant to make.
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Pro Remodeler
What makes for a thorough fixed-price construction contract? This article won’t cover everything a contract should have, but it will address elements considered essential. The law differs from state to state, so consult with an attorney before making any changes to contract language.
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Remodeling Magazine
The economic crash of 2008 led many contractors to downsize their workforce, and only recently have they begun rebuilding their field staff. As construction often suffers from feast or famine, it’s nice to see the feast has begun. But with that, many employees have started to ask for raises.
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