Affiliations and Certifications

IDA — International Door Association

The International Door Association’s primary mission is to provide programs and services to door and access systems dealers, for the express purpose of enhancing their value and professionalism. The IDA enforces a Code of Business Conduct that demonstrates an IDA member’s commitment to quality, excellence and customer service.

Dealer Accreditation—Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA)

IDEA Dealer Accreditation is provided to dealers who have demonstrated a high commitment to quality and exceptional level of knowledge in a variety of facets of the door and access systems industry. By choosing an IDEA Accredited Door Dealer, consumers can have confidence that the dealer is among those who have completed a six–part course, passed rigorous examinations and provided other documentation items documenting quality business practices.

Companies earning the Accreditation seal have demonstrated a commitment to industry excellence by completing a demanding study course, documenting good business practices and receiving recommendations from others with whom they do business.

IDEA Technician Certification

The IDEA Technician Certification is awarded to individuals who install and service residential and commercial door and access systems. This credential can be earned for Residential Garage Doors, Commercial Sectional Door Systems, Commercial Rolling Door Systems, Rolling Steel Fire Doors and Automated Gate Operators by individuals who can complete any or all of these courses and successfully pass a comprehensive written examination.

Charter Member, Marion Area Chamber of Commerce

The Marion Area Chamber of Commerce is an association of businesses providing leadership for improvement of the economic prosperity and quality of life of the Marion area. View website.