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			<title>NARI Firm Gives Family Home a Second Life Through a Green Remodel</title>
			<pubDate>Sun, 13 Mar 2011 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Atlanta NARI design-build firm gives family home a second life through a green remodel [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Supports National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 23-30)</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2010 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>NARI offers tips to homeowners to reduce lead exposure in children during a remodel [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>National Grilling Month Sparks Outdoor Living Trends</title>
			<pubDate>Sat, 31 Jul 2010 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Alfresco kitchens, sitting areas and big-screen TVs turn the backyard into entertainment zones. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Names Functionality in the Home Top Priority</title>
			<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2010 11:45:47 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>The majority (56%) of homeowners cite functionality as their largest concern when it comes to renovating their homes, according to the latest consumer poll conducted by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).  &#8220;The functionality of a home is very important, especially over the long term, as many homeowners in this economy have opted for remodeling over moving to new homes,&#8221; says NARI [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Elects New Officers for 2010-2011</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 06 May 2010 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Paul Zuch, CR, new NARI National president [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Announces Regional Winners of the 2010 CotY Awards</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>140 Regional &#8220;Contractor of the Year&#8221; (CotY) Winners were named by the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) during this year&#8217;s regional competition. Judging for the regional projects took place at NARI&#8217;s national headquarters in Des Plaines, Illinois, in January. Regional CotY Winners will now advance as finalists to the national level.  Entries this year reflected the [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Protect Your Family from Lead</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>The EPA requires remodelers to become certified to work in pre-1978 homes. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Remodeling for a Better Life</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>NARI remodeler designs a bath for a special needs child. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Prepare for Winter and Save Energy</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Winter is right around the corner and in honor of Energy Awareness Month, the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) recommends making energy-efficient upgrades as a way for homeowners to prepare for the season. Many remodelers are offering weatherization programs to help them reduce energy costs.  Mark of Excellence Remodeling is one such remodeling company that recently introduced a weatherization [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Breathe Easy [and Healthy] During Your Remodel</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Living through a major home remodel can turn anyone&#8217;s life topsy-turvy, but when you suffer from asthma, it can become a hazard to your health. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s important to hire a contractor who knows how to minimize indoor air pollution during a home remodel, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).  Dust, debris and fumes from demolition and construction can wreak havoc [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Remodeling? Don&#39;t Forget to Pull Permits.</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>If a contractor asks a homeowner to pull his or her own permits, that should be a red flag for a homeowner to find a different remodeler, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). Relying on a contractor to navigate the permitting process can save homeowners time, money and stress.  &#8220;A reputable contractor should object to a homeowner pulling his or her own permits,&#8221; says Darius [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>With Markets Down, Homeowners Turn to Phased Remodeling</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Whole-house remodels get turned into serial projects. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Remodels for an Aging Population</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>NARI remodelers help homeowners plan for multi-generational living. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>From Man Caves to Mudrooms: Making Every Square Foot Count</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2009 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Upsizing to a bigger home might be out of reach for a majority of homeowners in this depressed housing market, so many are opting to stay put and maximize their existing spaces through remodels, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).  A recent American Institute of Architects Home Design Trends Survey showed that homeowners are rethinking how they use the square footage they have. They [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Think Big with Bonus Rooms</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2009 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>NARI remodelers help homeowners transform their extra spaces into enjoyable, multi-purpose living areas. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Hiring a Professional Remodeler Saves Money, Time and Aggravation</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>Although Americans are tightening their belts during these tough economic times, savvy homeowners know that remodeling projects are a wise investment for the future. Many also recognize that it&#8217;s smart to hire a pro instead of undertaking a major do-it-yourself project themselves, according to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI).  &#8220;Fixing do-it-yourself projects that have gone wrong can [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Recession-Proof Remodel: the Wine Room</title>
			<pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2009 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>NARI remodelers find homeowners requesting wine rooms so they can enjoy their favorite vintages at home. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Add Muscle to New Year&#39;s Resolutions with Home Fitness Room</title>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2009 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>A New Year&#8217;s resolution to work out and get in shape is only as strong as its practice. To keep a resolution packing a punch, a workout routine is key. According to members of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), a home fitness room offers a major advantage &#8211; convenience &#8211; in maintaining a New Year&#8217;s fitness resolution.  The Sporting Goods Manufacturing Association found that [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>New Site Offers Homeowners a Clearinghouse of Green Remodeling Information</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Dec 2008 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
			<description>The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), announces the launch of a new website dedicated to green remodeling, www.greenremodeling.org.  Greenremodeling.org is designed to be a clearinghouse of information on green remodeling for both homeowners and trades people. Since the development of fits education programs, NARI has collected a library of information on green remodeling. The need to share this [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Choosing Storage Options</title>
			<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>NARI remodelers help homeowners find some much-needed storage space. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Wins Prestigious 2008 Gold Circle Award for Excellence in Association Communications</title>
			<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2008 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) announced today it has been recognized by American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) &amp; The Center for Association Leadership with a 2008 Gold Circle Award for excellence in communications in its Website Category.  &quot;The Gold Circle Award is an important validation of the vision and commitment of NARI leadership and staff,&#8221; said Mary Busey [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Rebuilding Together and NARI Work Together to Assist Low-Income Homeowners</title>
			<pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2008 03:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Rebuilding Together, the nation&#8217;s lead nonprofit working to preserve affordable homeownership, and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), the only national association dedicated exclusively to the remodeling industry, have forged an alliance. The partnership will allow both groups to better serve low-income homeowners in urban, suburban and rural areas especially the elderly and disabled. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Offers Public Service Announcement for May Home Improvement Month</title>
			<pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:33:24 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>New National Association of the Remodeling Industry PSA Informs Homeowners to Avoid Home Improvement Fraud. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>Avoid Remodeling Fraud During a Soft Economy</title>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:29:53 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>Soft Economy and Warm Weather Can Bring Out the Con Artists. Tips for Homeowners to Avoid Home Improvement Scams. [PR.com]</description>
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			<title>NARI Announces National Contractor of the Year Award Winners</title>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:50:04 -0400</pubDate>
			<description>The Evening of Excellence&#8482;, culminating with the Contractor of the Year (COTY) Awards ceremony, is commonly regarded as the premier event of the year throughout the remodeling industry. Contractors from seven regions nationwide vie for the awards on an annual basis. Most projects submitted for judging were an improvement or an addition to an existing structure, with the exception of one category, &#8220;Residential Exterior [PR.com]</description>
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