Home Maintenance & Improvement

Resources in this category:

American Society of Interior Designers
http://www.asid.org/

"The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) is the oldest and largest professional organization for interior designers with the largest residential and commercial membership. With more than 30,000 members, ASID establishes a common identity for professionals and businesses in the field of interior design." The site has information about the organization, news, as well as sections on continuing education, conferences, design students, and more. A members only section has a message board and live discussion forum.

National Association of the Remodeling Industry
http://www.nari.org/

NARI is the trade association for remodeling professionals. In addition to resources for professionals, the website offers a useful Home Owners Guide.

National Kitchen and Bath Association
http://www.nkba.org/

"Recognized as an education and information leader in the kitchen and bathroom industry, the NKBA provides development opportunities for all levels of professionals." The NKBA Website contains two sections: one for industry professionals, the other for consumers which features design guides, safety tips, and product literature.

National Pest Management Association
http://www.pestworld.org/

Provides information for industry professionals as well as homeowners. Consumer section includes FAQ's about pests, tips on identifying pests, message boards, and a professional referral service.