Harry has been involved in the flooring industry for almost 20 years.  He was originally certified in one day for R I-II and C I-II in 2002.  He was certified CFI Master-II in 2003, achieving the highest level of professional flooring installation.  As one of 10 installers nationwide, Harry competed in the finals of the World Floor Covering Association’s “Best of the Best” Installation finals at Surfaces.  He excels both in knowledge and skill in all types of woven carpet; certified in wood and cork floorings; proficient in ceramic, marble, custom tiles, linoleum and various types of specialty flooring. 

Harry is also a moderator on the CFI interactive website.  He wrote when applying for his Master-II Certification,

“I enjoy pleasing my customers with good workmanship and I am proud of achieving milestones in the industry through many certifications. Because of my skill and knowledge, I have enjoyed the opportunity of working in fine homes and commercial establishments installing materials, such as woven goods, sisal, seagrass and various types of exotic carpets. I installed the carpet in the Supreme Court House and the District Court House in Long Island, New York.  I enjoyed being the President of the first CFI Chapter in North Carolina.  My goal has always been to represent CFI with pride and to achieve the highest degree of professionalism.”

And from others………………

“Aside from being a very responsible, polite and courteous person, Harry performs work that speaks for itself by reflecting his utmost pride and craftsmanship.  His clientele consists mainly of high-end interior designers and exclusive builders.  In the North Carolina area, he is one of a few who can hand sew carpet.  He is a great representative of CFI…………….Bobby Lawing, President, Carolina Wholesale, Inc.

“When we opened for business in 1991, Harry worked for Carpet Craft.  His expert workmanship, attitude and customer communication skills can be credited to making us the successful start-up that we were to the established company that we are today.  He is a hard-working, professional individual.”……Bashir Shirzay, President, Carpet Craft, BAS Enterprises of America.

“Very good, excellent, outstanding, consistent…….. these were the words written by Ed Braile,  Chairman of the CFI Certification Committee, during Harry’s 2-1/2 days of testing to achieve the Master-II designation.