All of our NARI Certifications are kept up-to-date. This image is of the framed certificate that we have in our office.

Certified Lead Carpenter
NARI Certified Lead Carpenters (CLCs) are the hands-on field personnel who oversee every aspect of the project: customer satisfaction, personnel management, administration, etc. while working on the project.

To qualify for the CLC designation, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Have a minimum of five years continuous practice in the remodeling industry, with at least two of those years as a lead carpenter – defined as a remodeling professional who is involved in tasks and has responsibilities beyond the technical production aspects of a project; he or she is responsible for customer contact and communication, supervision of subcontractors and employees, managing the job site, scheduling, and safety issues
• Adhere to NARI’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
• Successfully completed a comprehensive application that details their background and experience
• Successfully complete a half-day written examination on pre-construction issues, technical knowledge, and special skills (people and job management)
• Submit all required application materials and fees