Exposed wood beams remain one of the most requested architectural features in commercial design. Barron Designs helps us discover five ways lightweight faux wood beams help contractors and designers create stunning ceilings, conceal utilities, simplify installation, and elevate commercial remodeling projects.
Meet the 30 remodeling professionals who earned NARI certifications in August 2026 and learn how certification advances industry excellence. By demonstrating their industry knowledge and expertise, these dedicated individuals have reached an important professional milestone and joined the elite ranks of NARI Certified Professionals, holding the remodeling industry’s most respected and sought-after credentials.
NARI is excited to introduce NARI SecureFuture 401(k), a new retirement solution available exclusively to NARI members. Offered in partnership with Traphagen CPAs & Wealth Advisors, this professionally managed Pooled Employer Plan (PEP) makes it easier to provide employees with a valuable retirement benefit. Participating members can benefit from fewer administrative duties, reduced fiduciary liability, streamlined costs, online account management, and employee education and support.
Annual spending on home improvements and repairs is expected to continue losing momentum through mid-2027, according to the latest Leading Indicator of Remodeling Activity (LIRA) from the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University.
A homeowner Googles you before they ever call. By the time they do, they have already decided whether you look trustworthy. Getting found is step one. What people see after they find you is what wins the job: your reviews, your project photos, and whether your Google profile looks alive. Learn how remodeling companies can turn a real-world reputation into an online one homeowners actually believe.
As more homeowners choose to stay put rather than move, home equity is becoming an important driver of remodeling activity. Why are more homeowners choosing this route? We have all the answers here.
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) has appointed Lisa Sallstrom as CEO. Lisa brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience in the association industry, with a proven record of advancing organizational growth, expanding education and credentialing programs, and leading strategic initiatives that deliver lasting value to members and stakeholders.
Should your window be installed flush with the siding? It depends on your customer’s priorities, the skill of your crew, and more. Ready to learn the pros and cons of these various window installation styles? Here to explain is seasoned contractor and energy efficiency specialist Randy Williams.
Learn how Trump accounts work, who is eligible, and how these new tax-advantaged savings accounts can help families build long-term wealth for children. Discover the contribution limits, investment rules, and potential federal benefits before opening an account.