NARI Launches New Website New Site Offers New Member Benefits
June 20, 2007, Des Plaines, Ill. – The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), the only independent trade association dedicated exclusively to the remodeling industry today launched a new website, www.nari.org and www.remodeltoday.com featuring a fresher, more contemporary appearance with speedier member search functions and improved access to resources and ideas for both members and consumers.
NARI President Thomas J. Hagner, CRS, considers the new website a great resource for both the homeowner and the industry professional. "NARI’s new website provides homeowners a quick resource to find professional remodelers and it offers our members a place to learn, gather information and get connected to others in the remodeling industry.”
Visitors to the site will see improvements that include a revamped design, simplified navigation, and “Quick Links” section that marks the most often visited information for both the industry professional and the homeowner. In addition, visual interest was added with morphing “before” and “after” photos of CotY Award Winning remodeling projects.
NARI Members can log on to the members only page to access consumer leads, and download e-newsletter templates for their marketing needs, and upload enhanced site listing information and graphics.
Homeowners need access to detailed, easy to find advice about remodeling, including what standards to expect from remodeling contractors, what qualifications to look for and what questions to ask. Mary Busey Harris, CAE, NARI’s executive director said, “Good public information on remodeling is essential. Homeowners need help and support to make informed choices about home remodeling.” She continued, “Well-informed homeowners can help to drive up standards in the industry by asking the right questions. I am sure the new site will be widely used and will make a significant contribution to raising awareness among both the homeowner and industry professionals.”
Carroll Bogard of Pella Windows and Doors, and the chair of NARI’s Web Redesign Task Force, said, “I am very pleased with the progress made in implementing the recommendations of the task force. The launch of this new site is one of the ways we can help homeowners gain more knowledge about the remodeling process and what they can expect from the experience.”
The new NARI website was designed and built by AmericanEagle.com in Park Ridge, Illinois. The selected vendor was chosen for its vast expertise and experience with association websites, as well as commercial sites demonstrating heavy consumer traffic.
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About NARI
The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is the only trade association dedicated solely to the remodeling industry. With more than 7,600 member companies nationwide, the Association -- based in Des Plaines, Illinois, -- is “The Voice of the Remodeling Industry”TM. For membership information, or to locate a local NARI chapter or a remodeling professional, visit NARI’s website at www.RemodelToday.com, or contact the national headquarters office at .
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