Certified Graduate Remodeler CGR

Like an MBA or certified public accountant, the CGR designation is an advanced degree for Remodelers. Taking on average more than two years to complete, this remodeling graduate program offered through NAHB’s University of Housing teaches extensive technical, business, and customer skills well beyond those of the average contractor. And unlike most graduate degrees, CGRs renew their designation every three years with continuing education and abiding by a strict code of ethics. “The CGR designation is the highest level of education in the remodeling industry,” said Remodelers Council Chairman Vince Butler, CGR, CAPS, GMB, a Remodeler from Clifton, Va. “These home Remodelers bring unmatched professionalism to every job, resulting in the best possible end product for homeowners.” Zwingelberg Enterprises has received numerous professional certifications and designations, including the CGR.

Very few remodeler's, in the Mid-Atlantic area, have obtained all three major certifications (CGR, CMR, CAPS). These certifications help you, as a consumer, have confidence that Zwingelberg Enterprises, Inc. is reputable, experienced and dedicated remodeler.

This certification is a national certification developed by the National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB). The Certified Graduate Remodelor ™ (CGR) is an exclusive professional designation designed to emphasize business management skills as the key to a professional remodeling operation. The CGR designation requires: