What is the IICRC?

The IICRC (Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification) is a non-profit organization for the Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Industries. Since 1972, The organization has worked with American National Standards Institute (ANSI), International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA), and the Restoration Industry Association(RIA) to create consensus-based certification and standards for these industries. An IICRC Certification shows your client based that you are educated and certified to deal with any mold or environmental issues in a built environment.

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The IICRC offers certifications in many different fields—from rug and carpet cleaning, to water damage restoration, to mold remediation, and upholstery cleaning. Most insurance companies require technicians to be certified by an accredited organization such as the IICRC

The IICRC is a non-profit organization that sets standards of cleaning, restoration and inspection in both commercial and residential spaces. They also run training programs for those who wish to become certified.

The IICRC is a non-profit organization that sets standards of cleaning, restoration and inspection.

The IICRC also offers certifications in many different fields, including:

  • Carpet Cleaning
  • Window Cleaning
  • Upholstery Cleaning
  • Water Damage Restoration
  • Mold Remediation
  • Roof Restoration

The IICRC offers certifications in many different fields—from rug and carpet cleaning to water damage restoration to mold remediation to even upholstery cleaning.

When you become certified through the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC), you can help your business grow by proving that you have the knowledge and skills to do a job well. Your certification will also help you stand out from other businesses in your area, since it's becoming increasingly common for organizations to hire workers with certifications.

That said, there are many different levels of certification supported by the IICRC, so it's important that you understand what each level means and what learning requirements are needed before pursuing them.

The benefits of being certified include:

  • Having peace of mind knowing that your work meets industry standards
  • A competitive advantage over other companies in your area who aren't certified
  • Helping your business grow through increased referrals

The IICRC also has an approved instructor program.

The IICRC has an approved instructor program, which means that every school must have at least one certified instructor on staff to be considered an IICRC approved school. If you are interested in becoming a certified instructor, please contact the IICRC to obtain a packet of information that explains our requirements and process.

The IICRC is a valuable resource for the restoration industry.

The IICRC has been an invaluable resource for the restoration industry since it was created in 1967, offering certifications across a wide range of fields. Certification helps professionals to demonstrate their expertise and build trust with customers. While many states do not require technicians to be certified, insurance companies often do.
Being an IICRC-certified professional can help you get more jobs or negotiate better rates with clients who are willing to pay extra for a trusted technician.