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EIFSmart Contractor Seal

L to R: Jose Berlingeri, Mike Stark, Chad Stephens, Dave Nicolson, Mike Chaney, Chris Aydt, Flavio Ronzani, Arturo Landeros, Juan Landeros, Stephen Sears.

On March 19, 2025, during its Annual Meeting, the EIFS Industry Members Association proudly honored members who have earned the prestigious EIFSmart Contractor designation. These industry leaders exemplify excellence in EIFS installation, superior craftsmanship, and a commitment to maintaining a highly trained workforce. EIMA EIFSmart members include:

• F.L. Crane & Sons
• Fleck Exterior Systems
• Hensel Richards Constructors
• James River Exteriors
• Nevell Group
• Nicolson Construction
• Olympic Companies
• Paramount Contracting
• Reitter Stucco and Supply Co.
• Robert A. Aird, Inc.
• RONPARCO
• Southern Wall Systems
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Benefits to EIFSmart Certification 

• Offers eligibility to bid on projects specifying EIFSmart Contractors.
• Provides a marketing edge to contractors.
• May offer the opportunity to receive reduced general liability coverage rates.
• Identifies a quality company to owners, architects and general contractors.

About EIFSmart Certification 
Each company location or subsidiary that installs EIFS and is applying for the EIFSmart Contractor seal must have:

• At least one AWCI-certified employee (CEM or CEP) at the management level;
• An AWCI-certified foreman (CEM or CEP) for each project;
• At least forty percent (40%) or more of EIFS field employees (mechanics and crew supervisors) AWCI certified (CEM or CEP) and maintain that percentage for each project. The 40 percent requirement includes all mechanics and supervisory personnel used on the project, whether they are full-time employees, subcontracted employees, subcontractors or independent contractors.

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​At EIMA, we believe that excellence in EIFS installation begins with education—and Nicolson Construction’s recent experience is a powerful example. When Nicolson enrolled 65 team members in AWCI’s EIFS—Doing It Right® program, it wasn’t a mere box to check—it became a culture shift in how they approach quality, collaboration, and accountability. That aligns perfectly with EIMA’s commitment to raising the bar through our Contractor/Applicator Training Programs, which empower field crews, supervisors, and management to speak the same technical language and deliver consistently higher workmanship. The result? More skilled teams, fewer errors, and a stronger reputation for those who choose to “do EIFS right.”

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