National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)
Integrating wind performance into the building system
By GAF. Whether you’re a contractor, an architect or an engineer, learn why wind design matters in commercial building projects. When designing a commercial roofing system, wind resistance is a critical component of the entire building envelope. Proper wind design protects long-term performance, safeguards against costly failures and ensures compliance with codes, ...
Political shifts and changes from Washington D.C. to jobsites around the country
By Emma Peterson. Trent Cotney shares insights on how the 2025 political landscape is affecting the roofing industry. In a new Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth caught up with Trent Cotney to talk about how contractors and businesses are being impacted as the 2025 political landscape continues to evolve. If ...
May is mental health awareness month
By Emma Peterson. It’s time to start the hard conversations about mental health and addiction because those conversations save lives. With May being mental health awareness month, this is a great moment to shine a light on the mental health challenges members of our industry face on a daily basis. To talk ...
SkillsUSA Massachusetts takes on commercial roofing!
By Emma Peterson. This year marks the first year that Massachusetts's SkillsUSA competition includes commercial roofing, all thanks to Red Dog’s Roofing. Earlier this year, Patrick Cochran of Red Dog’s Roofing out of Fitchburg, Massachusetts stopped by The Coffee Shops™ to talk about their 2025 initiative to get commercial roofing into their ...
NRCA encourages roofing professionals to complete latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing
For more than two years, the survey has taken the pulse of the reroofing industry and continues to serve as a regular barometer of the industry’s business conditions. The National Roofing Contractors Association encourages roofing professionals to join industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada ...
Hearts on the Greens helps to keep families together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Hearts on the Green charity golf tournament raises funds for Ronald McDonald Houses of greater Dallas area. The roofing industry has long been recognized for its generosity and commitment to giving back. At the heart of this effort is the Roofing Alliance, the foundation of the National Roofing ...
Roofing Day in D.C.: The importance of advocacy
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Over 260 roofing professionals share needs for workforce development, immigration reform and fair tax policies during Roofing Day in D.C. 2025. Since 2018 the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has brought the industry together each spring in Washington for Roofing Day in D.C. The annual event creates a ...
In memoriam of Johnny Zamrzla
In 1999, Johnny was honored with induction into the WSRCA Hall of Fame, a testament to his lifelong commitment to elevating the roofing industry. It is with profound sadness that the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) shares the news of the passing of a true legend in the roofing industry ...
Adapting to advanced technology to win customers
By Jesse Sanchez. Gain a competitive edge by winning customers with smart technology adoption. In today’s fast-paced roofing industry, the phrase "this is the way we've always done it" can be a death knell for businesses looking to stay competitive. In an article from Beacon, they explore how roofing companies can maintain ...
Fuerte y claro: Una oportunidad para ser escuchados
Por Jessica Bravo. Un enfoque en los retos laborales y la reforma fiscal que impulsa el crecimiento en la industria del techado. En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Jessica Bravo conversa con Tupac De La Cruz, un líder influyente en la industria del techado, sobre la importancia de asistir ...
