2025
NAHB.org
NAHB Announces Best of IBS Winners at International Builders’ Show
2024
GuildQuality
2024 Guildmaster Award (since 2011)
2024
Pro Remodeler
Forty Under 40: Then & Now
2024
Pro Remodeler
Speaker, The Pinnacle Experience
2024
NAHB.org
NAHB Identifies Post-Disaster Housing Challenges and Solutions During Industry Roundtable
2023
Virginia’s Legislative Information System
House Resolution Commending Criner Remodeling
2023
Qualified Remodeler
Satisfaction Leaders 2023
2023
NAHB
NAHB Member Calls for Flexibility, Simplicity in OSHA Heat Stress Standard
2023
Habitat for Humanity
2023 Board – Paul Criner
2023
Chrysalis Award
Qualified Remodeler
2023
Southwestjournal.com
The Cost Of Adding A Second Story To A House in 2023
2023
bankrate.com
How much does it cost to add a second story to your home?
2022
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award Judge
 – Paul Criner –Â
2022
Oyster Pointer
Transforming Homes Into Works of Art
2022
Coasties Awards
Best Complete Home Remodeling Project over $150,000
2022
Expertise.com
Awarded #1 Best Remodeling Contractor in Hampton Roads
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2021
General Contractors Magazine
The 5 Best General Contractors in Newport News, Virginia
2021
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2020
The Virginia Pilot
Business Notes
2020
Kitchen and Bath Pro
KBIS and IBS Recap
2019
The Wall Street Journal
“The Pluses- and Perils – of Living Through a Redo”
2019
Business Notes
Inside Business
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
Houzz
Featured on Houzz IdeaBook
2018
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2018
Remodeling
“Remodeling 550”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling production manager recognized”
2018
National Mortgage News
“A home-equity tax deduction sees new life thanks to the IRS”
2017
Oyster Pointer
“Criner Remodeling: 40 Years of Experience”
2017
Tidewater Biz
“Peninsula Remodeler Renovates Home After Fire”
2017
NAHB
“Tragedy Becomes Reality for Virgina Remodeler”
2017
The Daily Press
“Sunrooms a great investment for a home if done well”
2017
Yorktown Crier Poquoson Post
“40 Years of Experience With Criner Remodeling”
2017
Pro Remodeler
“Lessons from the Fire”
2017
Construction Dive
“Paradigm shift: How universal thinking can help customers understand aging in place”
Kitchen & Bath Design News
“Best Practices for 2016 Success”
The Daily Press
“Robert Criner Offers Seasonal Weather Tips on The Weather Channel”
Japan Journal of Remodeling
The Daily Press
“Second-Generation Criner Designated as Certified Graduate Remodeler”
NAHB Now
“NAHB Helps Improve, Clarify Formaldehyde Rule”
2016
NAHB Now
“Clarity Needed for Formaldehyde Rule, NAHB Tells EPA”
NAHB Now
“OMB Clears Online Lead Paint Recertification Training”
2015
CNBC
“Six home modifications to help you age in place”
Architectural Digest
“How to Preserve Your Porch”
The Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling Wins Top Honors”
Realtor
“The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling”
World Property Journal
“Home Remodeling Market Index Posts Tenth Quarterly Gain in U.S.”
The New York Times
“The Rub: Remodel or Move?”
US News & World Report
“How to Renovate Your House to Age in Place”
HGTV.com
“13 Storage Dilemmas, Solved”
2015
TribLive
“Experts: Keep construction addendums in check to ensure home projects stay on time, budget”
2013
Mercury News
“Real Estate Watch: Key ingredients when remodeling kitchen: patience, preparation”
Qualified Remodeler
“Remodeler of the Year”
2012
Qualified Remodeler
“An Educated Success”
2012
Floor Trends
“NAHB Names Remodeler of the Year”
2012
PilotOnline
“35 Years: Criner Remodeling”
2010
“Buzz Factor: Remodelers Experiment With Sales-Free Community Events”
The Poquoson Post
“Summer Job Winds Up Being 30-year Construction Career for Robert Criner”
2005
“Interview: Storm Rapport”
2005
Coastal Contractor Magazine
“Storm Rapport”
2005
Yorktown Crier/Poquoson Post
“Criner Is Nation’s First Graduate Master Remodeler”
2005
“Local Contractors Still Helping Isabel’s victims”
2024
GuildQuality
2024 Guildmaster Award (since 2011)
2024
NAHB.org
NAHB Identifies Post-Disaster Housing Challenges and Solutions During Industry Roundtable
2023
Southwestjournal.com
The Cost Of Adding A Second Story To A House in 2023
2023
Qualified Remodeler
Satisfaction Leaders 2023
2023
NAHB
NAHB Member Calls for Flexibility, Simplicity in OSHA Heat Stress Standard
2023
bankrate.com
How much does it cost to add a second story to your home?
2023
Chrysalis Award
Qualified Remodeler
2023
Habitat for Humanity
2023 Board – Paul Criner
2022
Coasties Awards
Best Complete Home Remodeling Project over $150,000
2022
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award Judge
 – Paul Criner –Â
2022
Oyster Pointer
Transforming Homes Into Works of Art
2022
Expertise.com
Awarded #1 Best Remodeling Contractor in Hampton Roads
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2021
General Contractors Magazine
The 5 Best General Contractors in Newport News, Virginia
2021
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2020
The Virginia Pilot
Business Notes
2020
Kitchen and Bath Pro
KBIS and IBS Recap
2019
The Wall Street Journal
“The Pluses- and Perils – of Living Through a Redo”
2019
Business Notes
Inside Business
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
Houzz
Featured on Houzz IdeaBook
2018
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2018
Remodeling
“Remodeling 550”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling production manager recognized”
2018
National Mortgage News
“A home-equity tax deduction sees new life thanks to the IRS”
2017
Oyster Pointer
“Criner Remodeling: 40 Years of Experience”
2017
Tidewater Biz
“Peninsula Remodeler Renovates Home After Fire”
2017
NAHB
“Tragedy Becomes Reality for Virgina Remodeler”
2017
The Daily Press
“Sunrooms a great investment for a home if done well”
2017
Yorktown Crier Poquoson Post
“40 Years of Experience With Criner Remodeling”
2017
Pro Remodeler
“Lessons from the Fire”
2017
Construction Dive
“Paradigm shift: How universal thinking can help customers understand aging in place”
Kitchen & Bath Design News
“Best Practices for 2016 Success”
The Daily Press
“Robert Criner Offers Seasonal Weather Tips on The Weather Channel”
Japan Journal of Remodeling
The Daily Press
“Second-Generation Criner Designated as Certified Graduate Remodeler”
NAHB Now
“NAHB Helps Improve, Clarify Formaldehyde Rule”
2016
NAHB Now
“Clarity Needed for Formaldehyde Rule, NAHB Tells EPA”
NAHB Now
“OMB Clears Online Lead Paint Recertification Training”
2015
CNBC
“Six home modifications to help you age in place”
Architectural Digest
“How to Preserve Your Porch”
The Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling Wins Top Honors”
Realtor
“The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling”
World Property Journal
“Home Remodeling Market Index Posts Tenth Quarterly Gain in U.S.”
The New York Times
“The Rub: Remodel or Move?”
US News & World Report
“How to Renovate Your House to Age in Place”
HGTV.com
“13 Storage Dilemmas, Solved”
2015
TribLive
“Experts: Keep construction addendums in check to ensure home projects stay on time, budget”
2013
Mercury News
“Real Estate Watch: Key ingredients when remodeling kitchen: patience, preparation”
Qualified Remodeler
“Remodeler of the Year”
2012
Qualified Remodeler
“An Educated Success”
2012
Floor Trends
“NAHB Names Remodeler of the Year”
2012
PilotOnline
“35 Years: Criner Remodeling”
2010
“Buzz Factor: Remodelers Experiment With Sales-Free Community Events”
The Poquoson Post
“Summer Job Winds Up Being 30-year Construction Career for Robert Criner”
2005
“Interview: Storm Rapport”
2005
Coastal Contractor Magazine
“Storm Rapport”
2005
Yorktown Crier/Poquoson Post
“Criner Is Nation’s First Graduate Master Remodeler”
2005
“Local Contractors Still Helping Isabel’s victims”
2024
GuildQuality
2024 Guildmaster Award (since 2011)
2024
NAHB.org
NAHB Identifies Post-Disaster Housing Challenges and Solutions During Industry Roundtable
2023
Southwestjournal.com
The Cost Of Adding A Second Story To A House in 2023
2023
Qualified Remodeler
Satisfaction Leaders 2023
2023
NAHB
NAHB Member Calls for Flexibility, Simplicity in OSHA Heat Stress Standard
2023
bankrate.com
How much does it cost to add a second story to your home?
2023
Chrysalis Award
Qualified Remodeler
2023
Habitat for Humanity
2023 Board – Paul Criner
2022
Coasties Awards
Best Complete Home Remodeling Project over $150,000
2022
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award Judge
 – Paul Criner –Â
2022
Oyster Pointer
Transforming Homes Into Works of Art
2022
Expertise.com
Awarded #1 Best Remodeling Contractor in Hampton Roads
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2021
General Contractors Magazine
The 5 Best General Contractors in Newport News, Virginia
2021
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2020
The Virginia Pilot
Business Notes
2020
Kitchen and Bath Pro
KBIS and IBS Recap
2019
The Wall Street Journal
“The Pluses- and Perils – of Living Through a Redo”
2019
Business Notes
Inside Business
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
Houzz
Featured on Houzz IdeaBook
2018
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2018
Remodeling
“Remodeling 550”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling production manager recognized”
2018
National Mortgage News
“A home-equity tax deduction sees new life thanks to the IRS”
2017
Oyster Pointer
“Criner Remodeling: 40 Years of Experience”
2017
Tidewater Biz
“Peninsula Remodeler Renovates Home After Fire”
2017
NAHB
“Tragedy Becomes Reality for Virgina Remodeler”
2017
The Daily Press
“Sunrooms a great investment for a home if done well”
2017
Yorktown Crier Poquoson Post
“40 Years of Experience With Criner Remodeling”
2017
Pro Remodeler
“Lessons from the Fire”
2017
Construction Dive
“Paradigm shift: How universal thinking can help customers understand aging in place”
Kitchen & Bath Design News
“Best Practices for 2016 Success”
The Daily Press
“Robert Criner Offers Seasonal Weather Tips on The Weather Channel”
Japan Journal of Remodeling
The Daily Press
“Second-Generation Criner Designated as Certified Graduate Remodeler”
NAHB Now
“NAHB Helps Improve, Clarify Formaldehyde Rule”
2016
NAHB Now
“Clarity Needed for Formaldehyde Rule, NAHB Tells EPA”
NAHB Now
“OMB Clears Online Lead Paint Recertification Training”
2015
CNBC
“Six home modifications to help you age in place”
Architectural Digest
“How to Preserve Your Porch”
The Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling Wins Top Honors”
Realtor
“The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling”
World Property Journal
“Home Remodeling Market Index Posts Tenth Quarterly Gain in U.S.”
The New York Times
“The Rub: Remodel or Move?”
US News & World Report
“How to Renovate Your House to Age in Place”
HGTV.com
“13 Storage Dilemmas, Solved”
2015
TribLive
“Experts: Keep construction addendums in check to ensure home projects stay on time, budget”
2013
Mercury News
“Real Estate Watch: Key ingredients when remodeling kitchen: patience, preparation”
Qualified Remodeler
“Remodeler of the Year”
2012
Qualified Remodeler
“An Educated Success”
2012
Floor Trends
“NAHB Names Remodeler of the Year”
2012
PilotOnline
“35 Years: Criner Remodeling”
2010
“Buzz Factor: Remodelers Experiment With Sales-Free Community Events”
The Poquoson Post
“Summer Job Winds Up Being 30-year Construction Career for Robert Criner”
2005
“Interview: Storm Rapport”
2005
Coastal Contractor Magazine
“Storm Rapport”
2005
Yorktown Crier/Poquoson Post
“Criner Is Nation’s First Graduate Master Remodeler”
2005
“Local Contractors Still Helping Isabel’s victims”
2024
GuildQuality
2024 Guildmaster Award (since 2011)
2024
NAHB.org
NAHB Identifies Post-Disaster Housing Challenges and Solutions During Industry Roundtable
2023
Southwestjournal.com
The Cost Of Adding A Second Story To A House in 2023
2023
Qualified Remodeler
Satisfaction Leaders 2023
2023
NAHB
NAHB Member Calls for Flexibility, Simplicity in OSHA Heat Stress Standard
2023
bankrate.com
How much does it cost to add a second story to your home?
2023
Chrysalis Award
Qualified Remodeler
2023
Habitat for Humanity
2023 Board – Paul Criner
2022
Coasties Awards
Best Complete Home Remodeling Project over $150,000
2022
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award Judge
 – Paul Criner –Â
2022
Oyster Pointer
Transforming Homes Into Works of Art
2022
Expertise.com
Awarded #1 Best Remodeling Contractor in Hampton Roads
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2021
General Contractors Magazine
The 5 Best General Contractors in Newport News, Virginia
2021
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2020
The Virginia Pilot
Business Notes
2020
Kitchen and Bath Pro
KBIS and IBS Recap
2019
The Wall Street Journal
“The Pluses- and Perils – of Living Through a Redo”
2019
Business Notes
Inside Business
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
Houzz
Featured on Houzz IdeaBook
2018
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2018
Remodeling
“Remodeling 550”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling production manager recognized”
2018
National Mortgage News
“A home-equity tax deduction sees new life thanks to the IRS”
2017
Oyster Pointer
“Criner Remodeling: 40 Years of Experience”
2017
Tidewater Biz
“Peninsula Remodeler Renovates Home After Fire”
2017
NAHB
“Tragedy Becomes Reality for Virgina Remodeler”
2017
The Daily Press
“Sunrooms a great investment for a home if done well”
2017
Yorktown Crier Poquoson Post
“40 Years of Experience With Criner Remodeling”
2017
Pro Remodeler
“Lessons from the Fire”
2017
Construction Dive
“Paradigm shift: How universal thinking can help customers understand aging in place”
Kitchen & Bath Design News
“Best Practices for 2016 Success”
The Daily Press
“Robert Criner Offers Seasonal Weather Tips on The Weather Channel”
Japan Journal of Remodeling
The Daily Press
“Second-Generation Criner Designated as Certified Graduate Remodeler”
NAHB Now
“NAHB Helps Improve, Clarify Formaldehyde Rule”
2016
NAHB Now
“Clarity Needed for Formaldehyde Rule, NAHB Tells EPA”
NAHB Now
“OMB Clears Online Lead Paint Recertification Training”
2015
CNBC
“Six home modifications to help you age in place”
Architectural Digest
“How to Preserve Your Porch”
The Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling Wins Top Honors”
Realtor
“The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling”
World Property Journal
“Home Remodeling Market Index Posts Tenth Quarterly Gain in U.S.”
The New York Times
“The Rub: Remodel or Move?”
US News & World Report
“How to Renovate Your House to Age in Place”
HGTV.com
“13 Storage Dilemmas, Solved”
2015
TribLive
“Experts: Keep construction addendums in check to ensure home projects stay on time, budget”
2013
Mercury News
“Real Estate Watch: Key ingredients when remodeling kitchen: patience, preparation”
Qualified Remodeler
“Remodeler of the Year”
2012
Qualified Remodeler
“An Educated Success”
2012
Floor Trends
“NAHB Names Remodeler of the Year”
2012
PilotOnline
“35 Years: Criner Remodeling”
2010
“Buzz Factor: Remodelers Experiment With Sales-Free Community Events”
The Poquoson Post
“Summer Job Winds Up Being 30-year Construction Career for Robert Criner”
2005
“Interview: Storm Rapport”
2005
Coastal Contractor Magazine
“Storm Rapport”
2005
Yorktown Crier/Poquoson Post
“Criner Is Nation’s First Graduate Master Remodeler”
2005
“Local Contractors Still Helping Isabel’s victims”
2024
GuildQuality
2024 Guildmaster Award (since 2011)
2024
NAHB.org
NAHB Identifies Post-Disaster Housing Challenges and Solutions During Industry Roundtable
2023
Southwestjournal.com
The Cost Of Adding A Second Story To A House in 2023
2023
Qualified Remodeler
Satisfaction Leaders 2023
2023
NAHB
NAHB Member Calls for Flexibility, Simplicity in OSHA Heat Stress Standard
2023
bankrate.com
How much does it cost to add a second story to your home?
2023
Chrysalis Award
Qualified Remodeler
2023
Habitat for Humanity
2023 Board – Paul Criner
2022
Coasties Awards
Best Complete Home Remodeling Project over $150,000
2022
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award Judge
 – Paul Criner –Â
2022
Oyster Pointer
Transforming Homes Into Works of Art
2022
Expertise.com
Awarded #1 Best Remodeling Contractor in Hampton Roads
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2022
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award Winner
2022
NAHB
Residential Accessory Dwelling Unit Winner
2021
Qualified Remodeler
Fred Case Award Finalist
2021
General Contractors Magazine
The 5 Best General Contractors in Newport News, Virginia
2021
GuildQuality
Guildmaster Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
Master Design Award
2020
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2020
The Virginia Pilot
Business Notes
2020
Kitchen and Bath Pro
KBIS and IBS Recap
2019
The Wall Street Journal
“The Pluses- and Perils – of Living Through a Redo”
2019
Business Notes
Inside Business
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
GeneralContractors.org
The Best General Contractors in VA
2018
Houzz
Featured on Houzz IdeaBook
2018
Qualified Remodeler
“Customer Satisfaction Leaders”
2018
Remodeling
“Remodeling 550”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Professional Remodeler
“40 Under 40”
2018
Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling production manager recognized”
2018
National Mortgage News
“A home-equity tax deduction sees new life thanks to the IRS”
2017
Oyster Pointer
“Criner Remodeling: 40 Years of Experience”
2017
Tidewater Biz
“Peninsula Remodeler Renovates Home After Fire”
2017
NAHB
“Tragedy Becomes Reality for Virgina Remodeler”
2017
The Daily Press
“Sunrooms a great investment for a home if done well”
2017
Yorktown Crier Poquoson Post
“40 Years of Experience With Criner Remodeling”
2017
Pro Remodeler
“Lessons from the Fire”
2017
Construction Dive
“Paradigm shift: How universal thinking can help customers understand aging in place”
Kitchen & Bath Design News
“Best Practices for 2016 Success”
The Daily Press
“Robert Criner Offers Seasonal Weather Tips on The Weather Channel”
Japan Journal of Remodeling
The Daily Press
“Second-Generation Criner Designated as Certified Graduate Remodeler”
NAHB Now
“NAHB Helps Improve, Clarify Formaldehyde Rule”
2016
NAHB Now
“Clarity Needed for Formaldehyde Rule, NAHB Tells EPA”
NAHB Now
“OMB Clears Online Lead Paint Recertification Training”
2015
CNBC
“Six home modifications to help you age in place”
Architectural Digest
“How to Preserve Your Porch”
The Daily Press
“Criner Remodeling Wins Top Honors”
Realtor
“The Renovation Dilemma: What to Fix If You’re Selling”
World Property Journal
“Home Remodeling Market Index Posts Tenth Quarterly Gain in U.S.”
The New York Times
“The Rub: Remodel or Move?”
US News & World Report
“How to Renovate Your House to Age in Place”
HGTV.com
“13 Storage Dilemmas, Solved”
2015
TribLive
“Experts: Keep construction addendums in check to ensure home projects stay on time, budget”
2013
Mercury News
“Real Estate Watch: Key ingredients when remodeling kitchen: patience, preparation”
Qualified Remodeler
“Remodeler of the Year”
2012
Qualified Remodeler
“An Educated Success”
2012
Floor Trends
“NAHB Names Remodeler of the Year”
2012
PilotOnline
“35 Years: Criner Remodeling”
2010
“Buzz Factor: Remodelers Experiment With Sales-Free Community Events”
The Poquoson Post
“Summer Job Winds Up Being 30-year Construction Career for Robert Criner”
2005
“Interview: Storm Rapport”
2005
Coastal Contractor Magazine
“Storm Rapport”
2005
Yorktown Crier/Poquoson Post
“Criner Is Nation’s First Graduate Master Remodeler”
2005
“Local Contractors Still Helping Isabel’s victims”