Industry Certifications for Restoration Professionals

ACAC offers indoor environmental certifications including the CIEC (Council-certified Indoor Environmental Consultant) and CMC (Council-certified Microbial Consultant) for professionals who assess mold, moisture, and indoor air quality.

HAAG certifications are the gold standard for roof inspection credibility in the insurance restoration industry. This guide covers all HAAG certification programs, what they require, and how they affect your career.

A breakdown of what HAAG certification costs, what is included in the pricing, and how to evaluate the return on investment for roofing contractors and adjusters.

The HAAG Certified Commercial Roof Inspector credential covers flat and low-slope commercial roofing systems. The program trains inspectors to identify and document damage on single-ply membranes, built-up roofing, modified bitumen, and metal systems.

The HAAG Certified Residential Roof Inspector credential is the most widely held HAAG certification. It trains inspectors to identify and document damage on steep-slope residential roofing systems using HAAG's forensic methodology.

The HAAG Certified Wind Damage Inspector credential trains inspectors to assess wind damage on roofing systems, differentiate wind damage from other causes of loss, and document findings for insurance claims.

The IICRC AMRT (Applied Microbial Remediation Technician) certification covers mold assessment, containment, remediation procedures, and post-remediation verification following the IICRC S520 standard.

IICRC certifications are the industry standard for restoration professionals. This guide covers all major IICRC programs, from water damage to fire and smoke, mold, and odor control.

The IICRC FSRT (Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician) certification covers fire damage assessment, structural cleaning, contents restoration, and smoke residue removal following the IICRC standards.

The IICRC OCT (Odor Control Technician) certification covers the science and procedures for identifying, treating, and eliminating odors caused by fire, smoke, water damage, biological sources, and other contaminants.

The IICRC WRT (Water Restoration Technician) certification is the foundational credential for water damage restoration. It covers the IICRC S500 standard for water damage assessment, drying science, and restoration procedures.

The NRCIA offers the ProCertified program for roofing contractors, validating proficiency in roofing installation, safety, and industry best practices.

The Restoration Industry Association (RIA) offers professional certifications for restoration company owners and managers, including the CR (Certified Restorer) and WLS (Water Loss Specialist) designations.

Xactimate certifications validate your proficiency with the industry-standard estimating software used by insurance carriers, adjusters, and contractors. This guide covers the certification tiers and what they demonstrate.

Xactimate Level 1 is the entry-level certification that validates foundational proficiency with Xactimate estimating software, including navigation, line item selection, basic sketching, and estimate creation.