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Contractor DesignationsCAPS stands for Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist. CAPS professionals have the answers to your questions. They have been taught the strategies and techniques for designing and building aesthetically enriching, barrier-free living environments. The CAPS program goes beyond design to address the codes and standards, common remodeling expenditures and projects, product ideas, and resources needed to provide comprehensive and practical aging in place solutions. CAPS graduates pledge to uphold a code of ethics and are required to maintain their designation by attending continuing education programs and participating in community service. CGR: The Certified Graduate Remodeler program assures you that your remodeler has met NAHB prescribed standards of business practice and has a proven track record of successfully completed projects. The CGR designation means that a remodeler has completed specific educational requirements, pledges to uphold the CGR Code of Ethics, and abide by the "Quality Standards for the Professional Remodeler." CGR stands for professionalism, experience and a commitment to quality. If your remodeler's name bears the CGR designation, you can be assured that he or she measures up to the best remodelers in the country. NAHB Remodelers Council: The Remodelers Council, a division of NAHB, was founded in 1962 to serve the residential and commercial remodeling industry. The council provides information and education to improve the management and technical expertise of its members, supports their business interests at all levels of government and promotes professionalism in the industry. "Remodeler" is a trademark which denotes NAHB members who are active in residential and commercial remodeling. NAHB: The National Association of Home Builders is the largest and most influential trade organization in the building industry. The NAHB has worked for nearly 50 years to strengthen the professionalism of its members. The NAHB is recognized in the building industry as the leading advocate of quality construction, responsible business practices and reliable customer service. MAHB: Michigan Association of Home Builders HBAGK: Home Builders Association of Greater Kalamazoo
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