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We Can All Make a Difference for the Environment – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle & Compost
Recycling has never been easier! It isn’t just the in thing to do—it’s vital for our planet. It conserves natural resources, reduces the amount of energy needed to create new goods, keeps items out of landfills, and creates jobs. Did you know that over 76% of the material in the landfill could be recycled or composted?!

At The Cleary Company, Our Team is dedicated to doing what we can to compost and recycle. If everyone does their part, can you imagine what, collectively, we could accomplish? The beauty of this is that all the companies we work with are available to you, as a homeowner or business, as well. Let’s all do our part to reduce, reuse, recycle & compost!

Our Partners

We are grateful to be in Columbus, OH, Franklin County, where we have resources available to make composting and recycling easier. We partner with several companies in town to do our part. All these companies provide all types of information and suggestions on their websites to help us do better. We are grateful for their expertise and guidance helping us to #BeBetter and #LiveBetter.

The Compost Exchange does a big job with a small bucket. Their goal? To collect and recycle food scraps and turn it into nutrient-rich compost and soil. We love knowing that we are keeping scraps from the trash can or the kitchen disposal! And think about it—if you throw food scraps away in a plastic bag, it’s going to sit in the landfill for a long time, without decomposing. This low-cost option includes pick up from your office and home, depending on where you live. We found this information from their website really enlightening.
- “The average American family produces about 600 pounds of organic, recyclable materials each year. A simple change in how each household “manages” the disposal of these valuable resources can have a huge effect on our shared world – our soil, our water, and our air. Let’s face it, every day after peeling that banana or cleaning out the fridge, we place these organic materials somewhere – into a trash can to be taken to our already overcrowded landfill OR into a composting bucket to be made into healthy soil to grow food and flowers in our local gardens.”
Rumpke offers recycling and more. As one of the largest waste and recycling companies, we love that their mission is to keep our hometown clean. We try to keep our trash to a minimum, but we are in the business of creating new from old, and with that comes trash. We appreciate Rumpke’s ability to help us keep our office free of trash. Being able to recycle so many items is a true blessing for our planet and keeping items out of landfills. Their website is filled with information, including what can be recycled through their recycling pick-up program.

We also appreciate that Rumpke creates customized waste and recycling programs to fit businesses’ needs. Whether it’s a large quantity of paper, cardboard boxes, or a large number of recyclables, they will work to create a program that works for you.

But what about Construction & Demolition Debris?

Frog Hauling, you’ve seen their recognizable green dumpsters at our job sites. Affordable, well-maintained, and convenient, Frog Hauling’s ability to help us keep our job sites clean and free of debris is greatly appreciated. Even more awesome is their commitment to sort the salvageable from the waste. Every effort possible is used to recycle discarded construction and demolition debris. They are also the only Columbus hauling service the provides the ability for their customers to help recycle their property.

For their homeowner clients, when possible, they will remove metals, wood, plastic, cardboard, Eco items, etc. – free of charge. When Possible, if items are usable, they take them to an appropriate charity drop off location for you – free of charge. They do their best to recycle as much as they can. If a client bags their recyclables up and loads them in last, that helps them get your recyclables to the proper location.

We appreciate a partner who is also committed to recycling and providing an eco-friendly service.

Frank Road Recycling accepts and sort comingled construction and demolition debris with years of experience reusing and recycling materials in Central Ohio. As much as possible, they will sort C&D waste to remove metals, wood, plastic, and cardboard. Check out these interesting Ohio recycling facts and stats from their website.73% of corrugated cardboard discards are recovered.
- Every ton of recycled paper cuts pollution by 95%.
- Recycling plastics into new products save about 50% of the energy used to make new products.
- Steel is America’s most recycled material!
- Ohio is the second largest steel producing stat in the U.S.
- Steel makers recycle more than 68% of the steel produced.
- The energy conserved by recycling 1 pound of steel is enough to light a 60 watt bulb for more than a day!
Check out their rates and accepted items on their website!

What is SWACO?

SWACO, the Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio, was one of 52 districts created by the Ohio General Assembly in 1989. These districts were established with the mission of reducing reliance on landfills. Do you have items you’d like to recycle, but don’t know if it can be? Utilize SWACO’s website and get rid of many items you don’t want to just throw away. On their website, select what you want to recycle and they let you know where to take it if it’s something you can’t recycle at your home or through your business provider. (Think motor oil, oil-based paint, pharmaceutical, compact fluorescent light bulbs, propane tanks, and more. )

A stat we found on their website makes us proud of Franklin county. “Franklin County’s recycling and composting rate, known as a diversion rate, is 51% while the national average is only 34%”!

Holiday Waste Information

And since this is the holiday season, we love the information we found on SWACO’s website to help cut down on waste this holiday season.

Did you know that 25% more trash is thrown away during the holidays? SWACO suggests these tips to reduce waste. Check out the link above for more information.
- Look for items with minimal packaging.
- Don’t throw away unwanted decorations. Donate them instead to a local non-profit organization.
- Compost trees and wreaths in Franklin County (Or your county if they provide this service) by placing them at the curb on your yard waste collection day.
- Create a new dish from leftovers.
- Keep food scraps out of the landfill. Find a free community compost drop-off site.
- Recycle your cardboard—break them down to save space. Recycle plastic and glass bottles, jugs and jars, paper, and metal cans in your recycling bins.
It doesn’t take much effort to compost, reduce, recycle, reuse and think about what we are throwing away. Taking a bit of time, doing some research, and reaching out to ask questions, will help our planet, our community, and our neighbors.

We feel that finding the right type of person/company to partner with is key to maintaining the fun, family-like character of our company. The Cleary Company looks for partners with similar values as ours. We are committed to being the best stewards of the Earth that we can be.
December 22, 2021
Home Remodeling Client Profile
In 2015, a natural gas explosion in Betsy’s Upper Arlington, OH neighborhood created a change to her remodeling timeline. She’d been discussing multiple remodeling projects in her 1950’s ranch with George but had planned to begin when she retired. Circumstances changed due to damage her home sustained from the explosion, and Betsy knew it was best to move up her timeline.

Completed in 2018, Betsy is still enjoying her home’s new open layout that functions better for her active lifestyle as well as entertaining family and friends. “I had a vision for my home. The Cleary Company team brought it to life, and I love it.”

Client Q & A

What spaces did you have redesigned and remodeled?

Almost all of it. The extensive remodel included opening the main living spaces, creating a better connection between the living room, den, and kitchen. Before the remodel, my large living room sat unused and now that room is used every day.
- Addition 1 – An old and dated flat roofed 3-season room was damaged in the explosion. I was not sorry to see it or the indoor 13’ brick planter gone. A new sunroom was built with skylights, cabinets, a beverage fridge and a wall of glass with 8’ sliding doors opening up to the backyard.
- Addition 2 – The new sunroom ceiling was vaulted and extended out over a new concrete patio, based on a suggestion from George Cleary. This created a shaded outdoor living space near the pool.
- Kitchen – Gutted and removed a bulky closet and the soffits. All new custom cherry cabinets, granite countertops and 3×12 glass tile backsplash. The small eating area, which had no view, became more counterspace and cabinets. It was relocated to take advantage of the views out of both the front and back windows.
- Bathrooms – A half bath was completely updated & the main bath got a new shower.
- Fireplace – Removed large floor-to-ceiling, brick wall that contained two fireplaces—one in the living room and one in the den. A new Heatilator 60″, see-through fireplace was custom built that provides warmth to both the living room and den, creating a more open floorplan and better flow between the spaces.
- All new windows, contemporary trim, baseboards, as well as a new entry door and all new closet doors were installed.
- All of the floors were sanded and stained with a new updated color.
Interior Remodel Photos of Before – During – After

Before – Living room fireplace

During – new fireplace

Exterior Remodel & Outdoor Living Addition Photos of Before – During – After

Before – sunroom

During – new sunroom framing

After – sunroom & covered patio

After – outdoor living space vaulted ceiling

What is your favorite part of your remodeled home?

The openness! It was so interesting to remake my 50’s ranch by removing a wall that now allows seamless movement from one room to the next. The layout flows much better, making it easy and a wonderful home to entertain and live in.

Why did you choose The Cleary Company to design-build your home remodel?

George Cleary has the best team around. He did some work on my prior home and I personally know him as well as some of his family. I didn’t even look at any other company because I knew The Cleary Company would take care of me, create my vision and I trusted I would love the end result.

I knew we would have a great experience. The Cleary Company craftsmen and their subs were all great. I trusted having The Cleary people and their subs in my home, even when I wasn’t there. George and Rob Lindeboom had creative ideas and suggestions and understood the look I wanted to create. It was a year-long project, with very few issues.

Who stood out and how did they exceed your expectations?

My Project Developer was great help during the dealings with the insurance claims from the explosion. He’s meticulous and focused on the details.

Rob Lindeboom is a fabulous onsite Project Manager. He has amazing creativity and great experiences to not only draw on but also to utilize to solve issues. He had so many great ideas. For example, my kitchen is long and linear, and he knew we needed to install all the electrical wall plugs horizontally, to keep the right look of the room. He is very easy to work with and was extremely helpful with the construction details of the new fireplace. He is a wealth of knowledge and talent.

Testimonial

What advice would you offer to someone who is thinking of remodeling their home?

When talking with your design team, tell them what you want, ask for pictures, and visit examples in other homes the remodeler has done. Talk with homeowners who’ve worked with your remodeler. Ask questions like what they like and don’t like about their remodel.

I did this and it was most helpful to visualize and feel what I wanted in my 3-season room, especially George’s vaulted ceiling idea, by visiting a home The Cleary Company had remodeled. That ceiling completely transformed the feel of my sunroom and carrying the ceiling out over the patio transformed that space as well.

What two words would best describe The Cleary Company?

Trust and Quality! I trust them and the quality of their work is fabulous. I lived in my home throughout my renovation, and they were very sensitive to my needs.

Do you recommend The Cleary Company for anyone remodeling?

Absolutely! One of my friends just completed a kitchen remodel and another friend is talking with them now.
November 17, 2021
Design-Build Kitchen Remodel | Westerville OH
Project Spotlight: A Modern Country Kitchen

A new floorplan design was created to bring form and function to our client’s kitchen. Although the workspace was large, the original layout was choppy and all of the fixtures and finishes were dated and worn. When our clients purchased the home they knew the original kitchen did not meet their lifestyle needs, function or design tastes but they could imagine a better plan that could make a great space for their family.

Custom maple cabinets feature storage solutions to increase the function of the space as well as update the aesthetic. An extra-deep island contains lots of personalized storage and workspace for busy chefs. The perimeter cabinets were painted a warm white while the oversized island is a rich brown stain that anchors the new layout.

Two contrasting colors of Cambria engineered quartz were used on the workspace countertops (Claridge for island & Delgatie for perimeter).

Additional design elements that make the new kitchen unique are the shiplap ceiling and brick full height backsplash with floating shelves.
Project Developer Jayde Boyd
Designer 1 – Olivia Kern Meadows, MASM, UDCP, IIDA Associate
Designer 2 – Matt Zimmer
Project Manager Justin Juenger, CRPM
Before & After Views Westerville Kitchen Remodel
Client Testimonial:

“Justin, our project manager, was and is still amazing in every way! He takes time to talk to us about whatever little thing we think of and works with us to make sure everything is great. Overall it’s been a great experience and we look forward to working with you all again!” – Ann, Westerville OH

Read more about this kitchen remodel in the Nov/Dec issue of Westerville Magazine!
November 8, 2021
Remodel Design Build Q & A
Coffee & Conversation with George is back!

Are you thinking of remodeling but don’t know how or where to begin? Then Remodeling 101 is for you! This Q & A morning discussion serves the purpose of helping homeowners better understand the remodeling process. Address your project specific questions to George Cleary CR, Owner of The Cleary Company in Columbus OH. Led by George and members of his Team, Remodeling 101 is a casual conversation with professionals who have years of experience in remodeling homes in central Ohio.

Get your questions about home remodeling answered!
- What to expect during a major remodeling project?
- Do I need a permit for my remodeling project?
- Why does planning and design take so long?
- Can I live in my home during a remodel?
- How has the pandemic affected remodeling costs and timelines?
- Do you have remodeling questions but are not sure how to get started with the process?
If so, then this is the program for you! It will be a short 30-45 minutes of your morning, so join us and learn the basics of hiring a remodeler to work in your home.

Hope you can make it! – George Cleary

2023 Remodeling 101 Calendar Coming Soon!
November 2, 2021
Understanding Your Remodeling Contract

What is an escalation clause?

No one likes to have a price change during their remodeling project. The Design-Build Team at The Cleary Company strives to be transparent with you throughout the estimating and development process. Our goal is to Educate, Collaborate & Connect with you and your family from beginning to end of your project. We feel it is our responsibility to review every part of your contract and to ensure you understand the wording.

There is one clause that tends to give some of our clients a bit of hesitation and takes time for us to explain, in more detail, what it is and why it is in there. The Escalation Clause. It is taken, in part, from the Ohio Revised Code. Read more detailed information about this section of the code here.

The Escalation clause, as written in our contract:

Some of the materials and portions of the Work priced herein are based on bids received from materialmen and subcontractors that will be used on this project, and understanding that such bids are typically only good for 30 days and understanding that their services may be requested after this 30-day, period, there is the possibility that the costs for these materials and services may increase for reasons beyond the Remodeler’s control. Owner acknowledges this risk and agrees to be responsible for any increases, subject, however, to the notice requirements set forth in Section C(1) below dealing with extra or excess costs.

Section C – Excess Costs and Written Change Order Procedure.

1. As required under Ohio Revised Code Section 4722.02(B)(2), Remodeler is providing Owner with the following notice of the procedures for excess costs and change orders:

IF AT ANY TIME A HOME CONSTRUCTION SERVICE REQUIRES EXTRA COSTS ABOVE THE COSTS SPECIFIED OR ESTIMATED IN THIS CONTRACT THAT WERE REASONABLY UNFORESEEN, BUT NECESSARY, AND THE TOTAL OF ALL EXTRA COSTS TO DATE EXCEEDS $5,000.00, OVER THE COURSE OF THIS ENTIRE CONTRACT, OWNER (YOU) HAS THE RIGHT TO AN ESTIMATE OF THOSE EXCESS COSTS BEFORE THE REMODELER BEGINS WORK RELATED TO THOSE COSTS. SUCH ESTIMATES SHALL BE IN WRITING AND GOVERNED BY THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS SECTION. HOWEVER, OWNER IS HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT IN THE EVENT OWNER FAILS TO APPROVE SUCH EXCESS COST(S), THE COMPLETION OF WORK MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE AND OWNER MAY BE CHARGED FOR THE COSTS INCURRED BY REMODELER FOR ANY DISASSEMBLY, REASSEMBLY, OR PARTIALLY COMPLETED WORK DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE ACTUAL LABOR OR MATERIALS INVOLVED.

What does this mean for you?

The escalation clause explains that it is a possibility that some of the pricing could change during your project. If there is a dramatic increase in a product required for your project, that cost increase is passed on to you, the client. In this situation, the overall cost of the project will then increase.

This is a common clause in remodeling contracts. It’s there, in part, to protect companies from unexpected increases in materials and/or labor costs. As we have seen in the last 18+ months, supply chain issues, workforce shortages, material costs and other variables, have all impacted what we can buy and when it is available. It is never our intention to randomly increase prices. When a situation does occur that impacts costs, we will communicate with you and obtain your approval.

Another reason this clause exists is to protect our company. For example, when a client selects more expensive fixtures or finishes after the budget is finalized or requests a costly change order. And in some rare cases, concealed structural conditions found during demo that will change the budget.

Our Team strives to conduct open communication, create a budget that works for you, and brings your vision to life. We don’t want there to be surprises along the way, but we also know, with our 27+ years of remodeling experience, that there can be issues with any project.

Find out more about what to expect during your home remodel in this blog. Interested in the phases of a Renovation Lifecycle? Click here.

#ImprovingYourHome Life – Contact us to get started!

October 22, 2021
Remodeling & Renovation Refresh Updates
Client Profile: Pleasant memories – this is what comes to mind for Susan as she reflected back on her remodeling experiences with The Cleary Company. Susan has known George Cleary for many years and reached out to him when she wanted to remodel and make several changes to her current home. Her goal? To be able to live in her house for the rest of her life.

The Cleary Company is honored to have worked with Susan on many home remodeling projects over the many years she’s lived in Upper Arlington, OH. Susan’s projects have utilized both our Design-Build and small projects remodeling Teams.

Since moving to her forever home in 2019, Susan has hired The Cleary Company for multiple remodeling projects.

Q & A with Susan

What spaces have you remodeled?

It all started with a 6’x18’ extension on the garage that the previous owner built and used as storage. Cleary’s Design-Build Team remodeled it by opening it directly into the house, building a bathroom, as well as a laundry/mudroom. There are plenty of cabinets to hold supplies, coats, dog paraphernalia, and my sweeper and floor polisher. The floor is heated for cold days too!

Rendering new laundry/mudroom & powder room.

Then my main bathroom was too small for my needs and it needed a remodel. An existing adjacent half bath was used to create a large en suite. The zero-entry shower with bench is wonderful and just what I wanted! I chose fun tile and the design looks great!

Rendering new main bathroom en suite.

Additional Home Services remodel projects included: (View more photos on our Facebook profile)
- In my kitchen, I upgraded to new Cambria countertops and a new tile backsplash.
- After a leak was discovered in an upstairs bathroom the showerhead was replaced and new tile was added.
- New stair railing and new front door.
- Added shutters on exterior windows.
- Replaced a door from the dining room to the patio. The old door swung in which didn’t function well, so it was replaced with a sliding door. In the process, we found there had been a water leak, so the whole support beam in the floor was rotten and had to be replaced as well.
Coming up next? Replacing an old bar in my family room. Another water leak has led to this project! A new counter, cabinets with glass fronts, improved lighting, and pull-out drawers will create a brand-new look for the bar.

What is your favorite part of your remodeled home?

I love it all! They have taken my home that was built in 1975 and made it so much more livable. The house has 4 bedrooms upstairs and the main bedroom on the first floor. I wanted all my living to be on the first floor, but still have a 5 bedroom house. It’s perfect for my grandchildren or out-of-town friends to visit since they can take over the upstairs bedrooms!

Why did you choose The Cleary Company to remodel your home?

I’ve known George and his wife, Cathy, since they were in college. Cathy’s parents were two of my best friends. I have always enjoyed George and was excited when he started his remodeling business. I knew his company would be successful. The Cleary Company excels in planning out each part of the project.

You talk with them, they listen and come back with a plan. They listen to changes you want to make and then create the project. I love that they don’t start the work until everything is ordered and in, so there are no gaps. Everything moves along fluidly, with no hiccups. In my opinion, the timing of a project will make it or break it, and their planning reflects this. They don’t start until everything for the job is ready and available.

What is your favorite part of working with The Cleary Company and why?

Everyone that I have met that is part of the company–the project manager, a tile contractor, heating and air conditioning people, carpenters, everyone is supreme. They all know what they’re doing and don’t make mistakes, which I find amazing. The other thing I loved was how they cleaned up after themselves while working. Even the cardboard laid on my wood floors was cleaned daily!

Mike Seyfang, Homes Services Project Manager, is a fabulous carpenter and an amazing person. Justin Juenger, my Design-Build Project Manager, is a great guy. I would give him 17 stars!

What advice would you offer to someone who is thinking of remodeling their home?

Don’t give it a second thought–work with The Cleary Company. You’ll know it’s going to be done right, be quality work and exceed your expectations! They made it possible for me to be happy here and be able to stay in my house.

If you were asked to explain in one word why you choose to do business with The Cleary Company, what would it be?

That’s easy Integrity.
October 10, 2021
Remodeling Boom in Central Ohio Continues

You’ve made the decision to remodel your home. Maybe you’re renovating the kitchen or main bathroom, or a whole house remodel. In your mind, your project should start as soon as you meet with a qualified remodeling company. And as much as we would love to begin your project right away, it’s just not possible. But we are here to guide you through the process, build a relationship and treat you like family.

Why your home remodeling project start date is 9-12 months away.

A major renovation is never easy. There are many details to plan and execute that it can seem like assembling a complicated puzzle, with the addition of each piece dependent on the one before it. Renovating during a pandemic is even trickier. For over a year, the global supply chain has been upended. Shortages of raw materials and manufacturers not being able to produce enough product has caused long delays of many products used in most remodeling projects – from lumber to plumbing to refrigerators.

According to the NY Times, “the shortages have been exacerbated by a home renovation boom that defied the recession. In 2020, as the U.S. economy fell by 3.5 percent, spending on home repairs and improvements rose more than 3 percent. Since March 2020, monthly online spending for home improvement products and appliances was, on average, 74 percent higher than pre-Covid levels.”

Labor & Material Shortages

When you combine the supply chain issues with an already tight labor market and then multiply that by the surge in demand, the result is a situation where the months in work backlog at most, if not all, residential construction companies has soared to all-time highs. Companies consistently need to navigate the area between hiring to shorten backlog wait times, and growing too fast. And at the present time hiring is as difficult as it has ever been.

The best we can do is to communicate clearly and often about the realities of the situation and set appropriate expectations with our clients. We will work as hard as we can to keep the process as pleasant as possible. While saws and measuring tapes are typically our most relied upon tools, education and communication are our most powerful tools during these unique times!

We believe that remodeling your home is an honor and a privilege. We will do our utmost best to give you honest timelines and work with you to improve your home life. Contact our Team today to get started on your dream home!

Need inspiration? Visit our website Portfolios.

September 22, 2021
Kitchen Remodel Expands Footprint

Project Spotlight: Existing kitchen with dated 1950’s floorplan was tight on workspace and storage at just 107sf. The new kitchen footprint was expanded by removing a wall between the kitchen and dining room. By reworking the entire layout of the kitchen the new floorplan features more functional workspace and more storage for our client.

Existing Kitchen Floorplan

New Kitchen Floorplan

BEFORE REMODEL – Existing layout of the kitchen lacked adequate workspace and storage for the client’s needs.

AFTER REMODEL – A wall was removed which opened up and expanded the footprint of the kitchen and allowed for the addition of a deep peninsula with custom storage for small appliances. Natural light floods the once dark closed-in space.

Kitchen Remodeling Columbus, Ohio

Want to see more kitchens? Watch this video tour of some of our favorites!

September 13, 2021
Mid-Century Whole House Remodel in Upper Arlington
Project Spotlight – Midwest suburban home gets new life as contemporary California ranch and wins NARI of Central Ohio Contractor of the Year award.

Single story homes, most commonly known as ranches, for the most part, have recognizable characteristics such as low rooflines, deep overhangs, a covered entry, typically are one room deep and integrated to nature with backyard patios. The most common subsets of this architectural design are Suburban, Tract, Modern and California style.

The California ranch was originally designed by the Californian architect, Cliff May, and built in 1932. The inspiration behind the design of the California ranch was taken from the Arts and Crafts Movement. In fact, similar aspects can be seen in these homes that were borrowed from the bungalow-style homes.

Main features of the California style ranch home include:
- Wide eaves with one or more rooflines
- Open concept floorplan with a “U” or “L” shaped layout
- Expansive outdoor living spaces with multiple patios and/or decks
- Large windows and sliding glass doors – connecting indoors and outdoor spaces
- Minimal interior and exterior decorations
- Vaulted ceilings in main living spaces, can also be in bedrooms
- Casual, informal interior layout
- An attached garage
In 2019 we were hired to design and remodel an entire 3000sf single-story home built in the late 1950s in Upper Arlington, OH. Our clients requested an open concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings and modern finishes. After several months of design, planning and estimating, the decision was made to tear off the roof and demo all of the walls so only the basement and foundation remained of the original home.

BEFORE REMODEL

AFTER REMODEL

The result is a contemporary California-style ranch home customized to a family of four’s busy lifestyle. In October of 2020 this home was featured on the NARI of Central Ohio’s Fall Home tour.

Designer’s plan for remodeled spaces.

Large windows allow natural light to flood the interior of this contemporary ranch home.

Click here to take a check out the before & after transformation of this amazing project on our YouTube channel!
August 23, 2021
Designer Katie Florjancic | NARI UDCP

Kudos to Designer Katie! Committed to excellence in her field, she earned a Universal Design Certified Professional (UDCP) accreditation from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Katie joined our Design Team in 2020 with over 10 years of experience in the home design and residential remodeling industries. Originally from Cleveland, she’s a graduate of Ohio University, where she studied Interior Design and Business Management and was also an active member of the OU Design Group.

Katie prepared for the UDCP test by attending an 8-hour online course. Also helpful to her preparation was reviewing the study guide materials provided by NARI and the many notecards she created. She hopes to add additional certifications and actively participate in offerings from NARI of Central Ohio. “My certification has broadened my knowledge, provided me with more tools as I’ve learned to design with everyone in mind.”

Because more of our clients are wanting to live in their homes longer, our Design Team, at The Cleary Company Remodel Design Build in Columbus Ohio, recognizes that all of our projects should include principles of Universal Design. This not only applies to our clients looking to “age in place” but also to their extended family, caregivers and guests living or visiting with them.

Read more about Age-in-Place Design and future-proofing your home on our blog!

What is NARI Certification?

Certified professionals represent an elite group of industry experts who possess extensive technical and management skills. These skills set them apart as capable remodeling professionals. Standards and exam questions are developed by leading remodeling experts who are well versed in technical and management best practices for the remodeling industry.

Why our Team values industry certifications?

As a trusted Remodel-Design-Build firm in Columbus, Ohio, we believe continuing education is important and the development of Our Team is a responsibility we have to our clients. From formal CEU classes administered by our industry partners to informal Lunch-n-Learns hosted by our vendors, throughout each year, our Team regularly participates in webinars and live presentations to improve our knowledge of home remodeling.

Not to mention, data suggests 80% of consumers would choose a remodeling professional who is certified over one who is not.

Want to know more about what Universal Design is? Click here to read our blog post on the subject!

July 22, 2021