Von Raisanen from Scottsdale-based kitchen and bathroom remodeler TraVek, Inc. earned a certification by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) .
A Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) designation shows Raisanen has a remodeling contractor’s superior knowledge, technical comprehension and skill in remodeling.
NARI’s certification program measures skill and expertise valued not only by other professional remodelers, but by consumers as well. Highly respected by those who have achieved the designation, the CKBR program identifies professional remodelers who have undergone comprehensive review and testing in areas of business management, ethical conduct, and technical skills.
In addition, they must also adhere to NARI’s strict Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. The NARI certification program assess the knowledge and skills of the remodeler in over 20 remodeling task areas including business methods and practices, building codes and construction law, Kitchen and Bath planning, and building site layout, and all trades skills required in remodeling your home.
Attaining this certification requires the candidate to have been working full time in the remodeling field for at least 5 years and passing a comprehensive assessment exam. Preparation for this exam takes up to 16 weeks of intensive study and self-examination. In addition Certified Remodelers are bound to abide by the NARI Code of Ethics and the NARI Standards of Practice.
“I was amazed at the extent and the depth of the study material for the NARI Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeling certification. The knowledge I received through the certification process will definitely be a benefit to both our customers and our team. I definitely recommend this certification to anyone in the remodeling industry as I feel that it will help raise the bar of excellence in the industry as a whole”, Von said.
To prepare for the Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler certification, remodelers are asked to complete a qualification form, which outlines the background of their experience and education in remodeling, and are given a study guide. NARI also offers study groups to prepare them for the written examination, which tests for knowledge in Computer Aided Design (CAD), materials selection, layout standards, installations processes, and trade guidelines. It enriches the professional’s understanding and maximizes performance during any remodeling project.
NARI is a professional association whose members voluntarily subscribe to a strict code of ethics.
