DES PLAINES, IL -- The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) and GreenStar have formed a strategic alliance to provide green training and certification to the remodeling community.

GreenStar is a leading residential building standards and certification program available in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin. This program certifies homes via an objective, third-party verification system that assures consumers that their remodeling project meets the program requirements and is constructed as designed.

NARI' Green Certified Professional (GCP) certification prep program "High-Performance Remodeling" has incorporated GreenStar training, and GreenStar will now award points toward its project certifications for those who have earned a NARI GCP.

"NARI's High-Performance Remodeling course and GCP certification provides remodelers the technical tools needed to build GreenStar certified projects," says Dan Taddei, NARI director of education and certification. "The industry has been looking for a way to recognize projects like such as additions or kitchen and bath remodels as being remodeled green--GreenStar does it."

"GreenStar marks a new era for remodelers across the country," says Michael Anschel, GreenStar's director of development. "Now there is finally a comprehensive, robust, legitimate green remodeling tool that anyone can use. The debate over what constitutes 'green' is over. Remodelers can certify everything from a bathroom, kitchen, or even windows and siding replacement, all the way to a whole home remodel and offer something unique and valuable to their clients."

Both NARI's GCP and GreenStar focus on the holistic view of the house and its interactive systems, focus on areas such as energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, water conservation, resource efficiency and site and community impact.

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CHESTER, Pa., Sept. 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --Power Home Remodeling Group has been recognized by Qualified Remodeler Magazine as the nation's fifth largest home remodeling company on the publication's annual ranking of the Top 500 remodelers in the nation. Power jumps to fifth this year, up from the company's sixth place ranking on the list last year.

"We are honored to be recognized by Qualified Remodeler for the fourth consecutive year," said Corey Schiller, Power's chief executive officer. "This is still a time of uncertainty for the home improvement and remodeling industry, and we are proud to be ranked among companies experiencing growth and creating green jobs to help fuel our economy."

Under the leadership of Schiller, Power has experienced a fantastic three-year growth of 130 percent and is projecting national sales of $250 million this year, double what the company sold two years ago. In 2012, Power expanded for the fourth time since 2011 when the company opened an office in Illinois with potential plans to expand again in 2014 with a new location in Detroit.

Power was selected by Qualified Remodeler as number five on their annual Top 500 list the longest ongoing recognition program in the remodeling industry as a result of a CPA-audited report of their financial performance and recognition of their commitment to customer service and strong customer loyalty ratings.

About Power Home Remodeling Group Family-owned since 1992, Power Home Remodeling Group is the nation'sfifth largesthome remodeling company with more than 1,200 employees and $170 million in sales. Headquartered in Chester, Pa., Power provides energy-saving and environmentally friendly exterior remodeling solutions to residents across the country, including Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington, DC.AnInc. 5000company, Power has served more than 87,000 homeowners and is recognized as a home improvement leader by its two-time "Dealer of the Year" award fromWindow and Door Magazineand was named the top remodeler onProfessional Remodeler's 2013 Market Leaders Philadelphia list.For more information please visit PowerHRG.com, or follow the company on Twitter@PowerHRGand Facebook atfacebook.com/PowerHRG.

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SPRINGFIELD , -- Now's a good time to spruce up the kitchen or bathroom, if you've been putting that off. Getting out the toolbox means money in the bank.

During the recession, the amount sellers recouped from remodeling projects dropped significantly. But now for the first time in six years, the housing market is improving and so is the return on investments.

Dee Wawra just bought a 30-year-old home in Willard. He gave the kitchen a new modern look.

"We like to entertain. We like them to come over and be comfortable," he said.

Nearly $2,000 later, he's pleased with the facelift.

"I'm hopeful I will get that return, the market has changed lately," said Wawra.

Experts say the improved market is giving confidence for folks like Wawra to get their hands dirty.

"What people are doing is saying I may not want to move to another house in a year or two from now, but it's a great time to remodel now so I can enjoy those changes," said Ken Thrasher, with Home Builders Association.

Remodeling companies like Rock Solid say their business has doubled. More folks are updating their kitchens and bathrooms.

Experts recommend get a few opinions and estimates before you get to work. If you hire someone, make sure they're with a reputable group like the Home Builders Association.

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The Spokane Valley Fire Department is contemplating several remodeling projects at its older fire stations next year after realizing they will have about $1.7 million more than they need in their reserve fund at the end of2013.

I believe we have investments to make and we can afford to make them, said Deputy Chief Larry Rider during a special commissioners meetingThursday.

Several stations do not have entry vestibules that allow people to enter the building to use an emergency phone. There are no fire sprinkler systems in the departments two oldest stations, Otis Orchards, built

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The Spokane Valley Fire Department is contemplating several remodeling projects at its older fire stations next year after realizing they will have about $1.7 million more than they need in their reserve fund at the end of2013.

I believe we have investments to make and we can afford to make them, said Deputy Chief Larry Rider during a special commissioners meetingThursday.

Several stations do not have entry vestibules that allow people to enter the building to use an emergency phone. There are no fire sprinkler systems in the departments two oldest stations, Otis Orchards, built in 1984, and University, built in 1976. Some stations have failing floors, broken cabinetry, leaking roofs and offices that need to be expanded or moved to make them more visible to the public. In the Otis Orchards station, the workout room for the crews is a corner of the truck bay with exercise equipment init.

Rider said he would like to add on to the Otis Orchards station to create a workout room and a sewing room. The sewing machines the department owns are used to repair the turnout gear worn by firefighters, which saves the department money, Rider said. The other stations identified for remodeling projects are Evergreen, Millwood and LibertyLake.

There is also $30,000 in repairs needed to fix damage to the new Administration Building caused by a flock of woodpeckers, Rider said. The birds showed up this spring, drilling holes in the corbels, which are a series of brackets along the edge of theroof.

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St. Louis, MO (PRWEB) September 04, 2013

St. Louis Remodeling company, Creative Kitchen and Bath, also known for their St. Louis bathroom remodeling is pleased to now offer an extended line of kitchen cabinets. The addition of new cabinets to its already extensive variety of options is sure to please anyone seeking a kitchen remodel.

Creative Kitchen and Bath is proud to announce that we have a wider selection of kitchen cabinets to choose from, which will help add an extra element to our remodeling process, says owner Jim Hubbard.

St. Louis home remodeling couldnt be easier with the help of Creative Kitchen and Bath. For over 42 years they have been providing St. Louis home remodeling services. The experts at Creative Kitchen and Bathroom understand how important the home is. They feature the most experienced and knowledgeable staff to install a beautiful kitchen to fill with memories. St. Louis kitchen cabinets couldnt be easier with the help of Creative Kitchen and Bath.

The remodeling experts at Creative Kitchen and Bath will begin the process by listening carefully to the needs of each client. They will then provide a conceptual design of the kitchen which will detail the work needed. They will review and finalize the details, order the products and complete the installation on deadline. Creative Kitchen and Bath is pleased to provide outstanding service and great products at a great price.

For additional information or if you are interested in booking an appointment for a St. Louis kitchen design service please visit creativekitchenstl.com or call (314) 821-2338.

About Creative Kitchen & Bath: Creative Kitchen and Bath is the premier St. Louis remodeling company with over 42 years of combined experience in the kitchen and bath remodeling industry. They provide custom to standard cabinets, countertops and fixtures to the St. Louis area. Creative Kitchen & Bath prides themselves in delivering careful planning, quality of product and installation, with the commitment of personal attention to their customers.

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Lanham, Maryland (PRWEB) September 04, 2013

Closet America, a leading home professional closet organization manufacturer and installer headquartered in Lanham, Maryland, announced that the company has once again earned a spot on this years list of Remodeling magazines top companies. The Remodeling 550 list, subject of a cover story published annually by the industrys leading trade publication, ranks 550 remodelers by annual revenue to create an instant picture of who, what, and where the industrys largest companies are. This is Closet Americas third consecutive year to appear on the list, moving up to spot #111 from last years spot at #124.

Jim Cory, editor of Remodeling, who organized and wrote this years report, notes that home renovation is a unique business in a number of ways. One way is the sheer number of businesses that serve the market for fixing or altering the home. From full-scale remodeling to the neighborhood handyman who repairs a broken faucet, they number more than a half million separate business entities.

Skip LaBella, president of Closet America, is proud to be among these remodelers on this years list. It is truly an honor for a local company such as ours to be named to the annual list of replacement contractors in Remodeling 550. LaBella remarked on the reasons behind Closet Americas continued growth, During this tough economic climate, our business is not only surviving, but thriving. Our customers expect a top-notch product built with high quality components, and Closet America consistently delivers. Our clients recognize that commitment to quality and customer service: 97% of our customers would recommend Closet America.

LaBella goes on to remark on the pride his employees take in delivering world-class service. Our unyielding focus on customer service and the complete dedication from every individual who makes up the Closet America family is why we continue to be successful. Our employees have completely bought in to owning the customer experience from start to finish product development, design, manufacturing, and installation are all controlled internally and delivered with world class service.

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Closet America is a privately owned and locally operated manufacturer and installer of custom home organization systems for closets, home offices, pantries, and garages. Founded in 2007, Closet America has steadily grown into one of the premier names in the professional organizing systems industry, by raising the standards for quality and customer service. Closet America is a vertically integrated company where design, engineering, manufacturing, sales, and service are all controlled internally. Closet America has two locations, with a manufacturing plant and distribution center in Landover, Maryland, and corporate headquarters, administrative offices and showroom in Lanham, Maryland.

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