How to Become a Seal of Approval Service Provider

Cleaning professionals who use CRI approved equipment and cleaning chemicals as part of your routine procedures may participate as a partner in the Seal of Approval program and promote this important certification to your customers. We welcome your participation.

SOA Service Provider Information/Sign Up Packet (PDF 76 KB) Need help with PDF?

Participation Agreement requirement

CRI encourages the use of its Seal of Approval logo, and/or label by qualified service providers. To protect and assure the proper use of the highly recognized program's symbols and identities, an agreement outlining these guidelines must be executed by the service provider. The following is required to apply for service providers' recognition.

• Registration Form - The form should be completely filled out and must include contact information along with a list of Seal of Approval certified equipment and chemicals being used in your normal day-to-day carpet cleaning operation.
• Fees - An annual fee of $25 is required, payable to the Carpet and Rug Institute, and should be submitted at time of application.
• Procedure - A company officer must execute the participation agreement by signing the appropriate space.

A copy of the final executed participation agreement will be returned to the applicant with acknowledgement of participation.

Upon request, CRI also will provide a high resolution decal of the official Seal of Approval upon request. These decals, suitable for do it yourself installation on trucks and vans, are available at nominal cost through the CRI Publications Desk by calling 706-428-2114.

For other questions please contact Pat Jennings at 706-428-2123.

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