about us

Founder and Past President of Renovate, Francis “Frank” Castjohn spent his life working to raise the standards of professionalism and promote education within the industry. Today, leadership of the company resides in the capable hands of his wife, Karen and his son, Nick. In Frank’s memory, the Castjohn’s remain dedicated to his legacy of ethics and education.  

As President, Nick F. Castjohn continually works to increase his knowledge of the latest industry methods and most innovative products. He has earned the following designations:  

Certifications  

Graduate Master Builder (NAHB)  

Certified Graduate Builder (NAHB)  

Certified Graduate Remodeler (NAHB)  

Certified Aging-In-Place Specialist (NAHB)  

Certified Green Professional (NAHB)  

Certified Remodeler (NARI)  

Universal Design Certified Remodeler (NARI)  

Green Certified Professional (NARI)  

Affiliations  

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)  

National Association of Home Builders Remodelers (NAHB Remodelers)  

National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)  

National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA)  

Louisiana Home Builders Association  

Home Builders Association of Greater New Orleans  

St. Tammany/Washington Parishes Home Builders Association  

Better Business Bureau of New Orleans  

Jefferson Chamber of Commerce  

American Institure or Architects New Orleans (AIA)