Affiliations & Certifications
National Association of the Remodeling Industry
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is a not-for-profit trade association with more than 50 years of industry experience. NARI represents professional remodeling contractors, product manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, trade publications, utilities and lending institutions. The association is committed to enhancing the professionalism of the remodeling industry and serving as an ally to you, the homeowner.
Building Performance Institute
Note from Charlie:
Building performance has to do with mold, moisture, comfort, indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Here is an excerpt from BPI’s site:
The Building Performance Institute (BPI) is a recognized global leader supporting the development of a highly professional building performance industry through individual and organizational credentialing and rigorous quality assurance program.
BPI works with the building performance industry stakeholders to ensure that the professional bar for excellence in building performance contracting is established and maintained by creating and regularly updating technical requirements through an open, transparent, consensus-based development process.
BPI measures the knowledge, skills and competency of individuals, and evaluates the organizations impacting building performance. We accomplish this with an integrated certification, accreditation and quality assurance program designed to support the building performance contracting industry.
BPI also offers support services that promote and stimulate infrastructural development, emphasizing education and outreach.
Passive House Institute
Note from Charlie:
Passive House is a very aggressive step towards homes that use no energy. Current passive house building standards will reduce energy use by 90%.
The Passive House Institute US (PHIUS) is a consulting and research firm working to further the implementation of Passive House standards and techniques nationwide by:
• Constructing, measuring, and verifying performance of Passive Houses in all US climate zones
• Contributing to the development of minimized mechanical systems for heating, cooling, and dehumidification
• Creating design guidelines for Passive Houses in all climate zones
• Providing energy calculation and consulting services
•Participating in presentations, meetings, conferences, etc. regarding passive construction
Note: We currently have one class remaining for full certification.
EPA Lead Safe Certified Firm
Note from Charlie:
As of April 22, 2010 all remodeling contractors (nationwide) are required to be certified in lead safe practices and use them. When followed properly they significantly reduce if not eliminate the chance of a child getting sick from lead paint poisoning.
The Name Charles Joseph Remodeling is a tribute to my father (Charles) and my grandfather (Joseph) who taught me the skills I needed to start this business. As a child my grandfather taught me about woodworking in his shop.
