The Clean Trust was formerly known as the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) whose purpose is to ensure that consumers have access to trusted and trained cleaning professionals by establishing and monitoring certification programs and standards for the cleaning, restoration and inspection industries.
The Restoration Industry Association (RIA)
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The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) was previously known as ASCR – Association of Specialists in Cleaning and Restoration – The RIA serves and represents the interests of the commercial and residential restoration and cleaning industries by promoting the highest ethical standards; providing education, professional qualification and certification opportunities; positively influencing regulations and governmental actions; and advancing the safety, image, efficiency, and competitiveness of industry members.
Carpet and Rug Institute
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Carpet and Rug Institute – Global trade association, representing manufacturers and suppliers of carpets, rugs, and floor covering. Includes technical and consumer related information.
Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI)
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Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) is the carpet trade association, and the the science-based source for the facts about carpet and rugs. Represents manufacturers and suppliers of carpets, rugs, and floor covering. Includes technical and consumer related information and standards.
International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association (CFI)
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International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association (CFI)is a floor covering trade organization for certified installers of carpets, vinyl and hard surface floor coverings. It’s purpose is to identify, train and certify flooring installers according to skill and knowledge and to provide the Industry with educational programs.
National Institute of Certified Floorcovering Inspectors (NICFI)
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National Institute of Certified Floorcovering Inspectors (NICFI) is a non-profit association of independent floor covering inspectors for carpet textile and hard surface flooring. At their website you will find a directory of members that will assist you in the location of local Certified Inspectors.
World Floor Covering Association (WFCA)
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World Floor Covering Association(WFCA) is the national trade organization for the U.S. floor covering industry. Here you will find the consumer guide to carpets, laminates, hardwood, ceramic, and marble and stone floor covering along with access to commercial carpeting and flooring information. At the WFCA web site you will find tools to assist you with informative flooring decisions. These floor covering selection tools will assist in defining the stye and selection of carpet and other floor covering products.