CFI training and certification is geared to elevate floorcovering installation to a profession by creating a standard of workmanship to eliminate improper installation problems such as unsightly seams, improperly matched patterns, loose, wrinkled carpet and other issues that impact both the quality of work, the amount of wasted product (that eventually ends up in landfills), and safety hazards that can, and often do, arise from improperly installed flooring (such as trip and fall injuries, etc.).
What is required of the Installer to receive CFI Certification?
Proof of active installation experience - Minimum two years for RI - CI, four years experience for R-II and C-II, and ten years for the Master-II.
Application completed front and back with signature in space requested. To learn more about each of these levels, you can check them out by clicking the blue buttons below.
Payment for categories completed
Knowledge and skill successfully demonstrated to pass the required tests (Written test covering residential and commercial guidelines, including OSHA and EPA standards. Hands-on test proving their ability to install to the level certified.)
A professional attitude and appearance with pride in the chosen vocation
Does the Installer sign an agreement?
Certified CFI Installer will sign an Agreement
Agrees to provide a minimum one-year labor guarantee
Responds to recalls as soon as possible, preferably within 72 hours.
Adheres to Manufacturer’s Guidelines, CRI 104-105 Standards and CFI Requirements
Constantly strives for the “Ultimate Goal,” Customer Satisfaction
What does CFI offer the Industry?
A better level of qualified Installers through the CFI Certification process
Accountability – Complaint Committee
A strong voice of growing numbers
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