National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC)
2026 UK Roofing Awards celebrate excellence across the roofing industry
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RoofersCoffeeShop.uk joined roofing professionals from across the U.K. to celebrate award-winning craftsmanship, innovation and community. The U.K. roofing industry came together in spectacular fashion at the 2026 U.K. Roofing Awards, recognizing the projects, companies and individuals who continue to raise the bar for excellence across roofing and cladding. ...
Roofing Road Trips® has made it across the pond!
By Emma Peterson. James Talman on NFRC’s history, growth and mission to support UK tradespeople. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down for a discussion with James Talman, CEO of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) and the first RoofersCoffeeShop.uk ...
NFRC backs Milburn report: AI-proof roofing industry should be key pathway for young people
With materials and labour costs rising sharply, increased funding for technical and vocational training has never been more important. NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) welcomes the publication of Alan Milburn's Young People and Work report. Its findings are concerning and highlight issues NFRC Members have long been observing. NFRC has ...
14 years of skills demonstrations: NFRC returns to Edinburgh Castle for Build Your Future Skills event
The Nat 5 in traditional roof slating and tiling, delivered in schools by NFRC Members, is now in its second year and has expanded to more schools across Scotland. On 27 and 28 May, NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) returned to Edinburgh Castle to support the Build Your Future ...
A look at NFRC’s career services
By Emma Peterson. Resources designed to help build the roofing workforce of the future. According to 2025 research conducted by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), “52% of roofing businesses report recruitment difficulties and 65% say skills shortages are already restricting the amount of work they can ...
The power of apprenticeships: Louie’s journey
By Emma Peterson. Louie reflects on his apprenticeship with Aldridge and Sons. One of the largest challenges facing the roofing trade is a lack of skilled labour. According to 2025 research from National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), “52% of roofing businesses report recruitment difficulties and 65% say skills ...
NFRC’s work supporting building safety
By National Federation of Roofing Contractors. Supporting a safer, more competent roofing industry through guidance and standards. Every June, there is an event called Building Safety Week. This is an industry-wide initiative that focuses on sharing education about the best practices and processes when it comes to safety in the ...
The power of apprenticeships: Niall at Dalton Roofing
By Emma Peterson. Niall’s story highlights the value and importance of apprenticeships. Across the roofing industry, labour and skill shortages have become a pressing issue. This shortage is due to a variety of factors, including struggle to connect incoming roofers with accessible training and our existing roofing tradespeople hitting ...
Access the BSI Standards library
By Emma Peterson. Strengthen you knowledge of industry best practices with this new NFRC member resource. Established in 1892, National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) supports over 1,500 roofing companies with technical guidance, advice and support. That support comes in many forms, including access to join a private medical insurance ...
Bain & Irvine retains NFRC Craft Roofer status
By The Coffee Shops™. Upholding this recognition reinforces heritage roofing excellence in Scotland. Historic buildings require specialist knowledge, traditional craftsmanship and a deep respect for the materials and methods that have protected them for generations. Bain & Irvine Ltd. recently renewed its place on the National Heritage Roofing Contractors Register, ...
