So many of the issues faced by roofing industry today go beyond the bounds of what roofing contractors can begin to tackle on their own. Not only the smaller shops, but even the largest national chains lack the scale to address challenges such as educating the emerging workforce, conveying the industry’s concerns to various code bodies, and responding to OSHA, to name but a few. It’s tough enough to find qualified workers and keep up with the changes in roof systems, codes and regulations. Roofing contractors rely on the various trade associations to help them navigate their way through the complexities of not only roofing, but operating a small to mid-sized business in a tough economy.
The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is the roofing-industry leader for information, education, technology, and advocacy. The NRCA offers training programs involving everything from printed and online tools to seminars, webinars, and schools. NRCA offers continuing education for seasoned roofing contractors as well. NRCA has a technical department that publishes one of the most comprehensive and respected manuals on roofing while advocating for the industry with the many code bodies under which roofs are built nationwide. So much of what impacts roofing contractors’ business emanates from Washington, D.C., where NRCA maintains a constant presence, providing a voice for all roofing contractors.