Mike Chmielecki, Editor Floor Covering Installer discusses the installation situation in the floor covering industry, and the realization that occurred in 2016 with the Installation Summit to take action to remedy the problem. Chmielecki discusses the shortage of qualified installers in the country, actions at the high school level that ignore trade schools, the potential for earning in the profession, and the importance of qualified installers at the retail level. Also discusses is the advantages and disadvantages to retailers of hiring installers verses using independent contractors.

Posted: January 26, 2017