Certified Renovation Company

• Employ a Certified Renovation Professional in a position of authority (e.g. supervisor, manager, lead).  This individual is responsible for completing 6 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points per year. Education or training must be completed through eligible education providers approved by BC Housing’s Licensing and Consumer Services.

Applicants must proof of the following:

• Sample of the company’s standard renovation contract, indicating that a minimum one-year warranty on all work not covered by manufacturer’s warranties is offered.
• Certificate of insurance indicating that they carry a minimum of $2 million liability insurance.
• Current clearance letter from WorkSafeBC describing the status of the firm as active and in good standing.
• Copy of the company’s safety plan.

Applicants must abide by the CHBA BC Certified Renovation Company Code of Conduct:

• Be a member of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association at the local level.
• Abide by all of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association’s Code of Ethics.
• Provide clients with a detailed written contract.
• Offer a minimum one-year warranty on all work not covered by manufacturer’s warranties.
• Carry a minimum of $2 million liability insurance.
• Have valid WorkSafeBC coverage.
• Use or employ companies and trades, that carry applicable trade licences.
• Obtain applicable building and other permits and inspections as required in the local area for which work is being undertaken.
• Employ a Certified Renovation Professional in a position of authority who completes 6 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points per year.
• Maintain a safe worksite.
• Have a valid GST number.
• Communicate with clients in a timely and professional manner.

1. Certification Validity

Certification is valid for one calendar year and must be renewed annually to maintain active status.

Designation holders/companies must ensure renewal requirements are completed before the certification expiry date. Failure to renew certification annually will result in a lapse of the designation and may require the individual to submit a new application to the program.

2. Renewal Requirements

• An active Certified Renovation Professional designation holder must maintain employment with an affiliated company.
• Maintain active membership with their local association

3. Code of Conduct

All certification companies are required to comply with the CHBA BC Code of Conduct at all times. Failure to comply with the Code of Conduct may result in immediate termination of the certification designation. (*If membership is discontinued during the year, the certification will be terminated immediately and will cease to be valid.)

4. Policy Enforcement

CHBA BC reserves the right to enforce this policy at its sole discretion to ensure the integrity and standards of the certification program.