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National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
Celebrating the tin-niversary of the Student Competition
By Lauren White. Five teams presented during the 10th anniversary of the Construction Management Student Competition. Day 2 of the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2024 and we're starting the day with one of our favorite events, the Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition, which is celebrating it's tenth anniversary (the year ...
SPRI Posts White Paper on IBC Change
The white paper provides details about how changes are made to the IBC, as well as the process of building consensus among diverse stakeholders. SPRI, Inc., the trade association representing the manufacturers of single-ply roofing systems and related component materials, has posted a new white paper that details the process of ...
Elevating the Latino contractor community at IRE!
By Dani Sheehan. Explore the Latino-focused events as they steal the spotlight at IRE 2024 and embrace the culture on the rooftops. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is not just a platform for showcasing the latest innovations in roofing; it’s also becoming a hub for celebrating diversity and inclusion in ...
House committee approves NRCA priority issue to reform WIOA legislation
By Dani Sheehan. NRCA is pleased to report a positive legislative development in continued efforts to reform and expand workforce training programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has achieved a significant milestone in its advocacy efforts with the introduction of H.R. 6655, ...
Single Ply Roofing Industry continues to lead
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. SPRI kicks off 2024 with a successful business meeting. RoofersCoffeeShop® was honored to be a part of the 2024 Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) Annual Meeting. It was an impressive display of roofing technical expertise, industry information, informative speakers and amazing networking. SPRI is a collection of ...
NRCA statement on tax relief for American Families and Workers Act
Tax Relief for American Families Act marks a milestone for roofing contractors. On January 18, McKay Daniels, CEO of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), issued the following statement regarding the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act being considered by Congress: “NRCA commends Chairman Jason Smith (R-Mo.) and Chairman ...
NRCA Releases 2024 Roofing Manual Volumes and Boxed Set
The newest NRCA Roofing Manual provides the industry with the most comprehensive information about metal panel and spray polyurethane foam roaof systems. The National Roofing Contractors Association has released The NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems — 2024 to provide the roofing industry with the most comprehensive information ...
Beneath the surface: Exploring the complexities of subcontractor crews, child labor and safety in roofing
By Dani Sheehan. How does immigration reform relate to the roofing industry’s labor shortage? Understand the connection and dive into the darker aspects of the challenges faced by roofing contractors in this Coffee Conversations. By now, the roofing industry’s labor shortage is not new information, but have you thought about ...
How SkillsUSA brings the new generation into the industry
By Emma Peterson. With a workforce shortage in the roofing industry, the SkillsUSA competition is energizing young people to join the industry! Host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with John Esbenshade in Season 5, Episode 31 of Roofing Road Trips chatting about how people can get involved with SkillsUSA, build ...
Stand out in roofing: The impact of certification for contractors
By Jonny Suchor. Learn how NRCA PROCertification® helps contractors and redefines roofing industry benchmarks. NRCA PROCertification® sets the roofing industry's high standard for excellence in roof system installation, ensuring certified installers possess the necessary skills and experience for quality work. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) addresses the challenge ...
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