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Interview in NARI IN THE KNOW May/June 2018 with Kevin Wrynn of Kevin Wrynn Carpentry Past NYC/LI NARI President 2005-2006 How did you get started in your remodeling career? I went to a trade high school – Thomas Edison High School in Jamaica, Queens where I learned cabinet making. My dad was also a brilliant…

The following are tips for finding a qualified remodeler from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Stay Local Local remodelers are compelled to perform quality work that satisfies their customers for their business to survive. Local firms can be checked through references including past customers in your community or through your local NARI…

An excerpt from an article by Lorraine Hart, President of Ideal Consulting Services, appearing in Remodeling Today: Sometimes we allow forces outside of us to dictate our decisions, plans, and actions.  This has never been as true as it has been in this current economic climate.  Unfortunately, some of our decisions, especially those based on fear,…

An excerpt from an article by Lorraine Hart, President of Ideal Consulting Services, appearing in Remodeling Today: The economic conditions of the past few years have thrown a monkey-wrench into plans and dreams for so many homeowners. Unfortunately, many of us have had to adjust our goals and re-plan our futures. With the real estate…

An excerpt from an article by Lorraine Hart, President of Ideal Consulting Services, appearing in Remodeling Today: Choosing the right professionals is more than just finding the remodeler or decorator at the lowest price.  It is even more important that the company you choose to work with is the right company for you. There have been…