In 2007 I earned NARI's Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR) designation, following 30 hours of classroom work over a 10- week period with much independent study. The CKBR program covers 20 Kitchen and Bath remodeling task areas, including evaluation of existing rooms and needs, design and planning including detailed National Kitchen and Bath Association guidelines, CAD system work, lighting, estimating, layout, demolition, materials, cabinets and countertops, installation processes, all pertinent building codes and regulations, business methods and practices, NARI’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Remodelers, plus very detailed sections on each of the trades involved: rough and finish carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, plastering, flooring, and painting. The 6-hour final exam assessed knowledge and skills in these areas.

Four Corners Remodeling is run by Chuck Green. For 18 years I have been an active member of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI), a group dedicated to raising the level of professionalism in the industry. I have taken many courses, attended seminars, training and monthly meetings with the very high level Eastern Massachusetts chapter of NARI (EM-NARI). I've earned 3 major certifications with NARI: Certified Remodeler (CR) Certified Lead Carpenter (CLC) and most recently Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler (CKBR), described below. In 2010 I will be taking NARI's Green Certified Professional certification program.

In 2009 I completed the Environmental Protection Agency's new training course, obtaining my Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) certification which is mandated by law for most work on houses built before 1978, starting April 22, 2010.

In 2008, I appeared on the cover of a new book published by Taunton Press, titled Finish Carpentry. The book has 20+ photos of me working.

In 2007 Four Corners Remodeling, Inc. continued winning awards, earning the Silver award in the category Residential Kitchen - Under $50,000 in Eastern Massachusetts NARI’s Contractor of the Year competition.