National Roofing Contractors Association

Overview

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is a nonprofit trade association founded in 1886, serving as a leading voice in the roofing industry for information, education, technology, and advocacy. It represents all segments of the roofing industry, including contractors, manufacturers, distributors, architects, consultants, engineers, building owners, and city, state, and government agencies[1][2][3].

Mission and Activities

NRCA's mission is to inform and assist the roofing industry, act as its principal advocate, and help members in serving their customers. The association strives to enhance every aspect of the roofing industry[2]. It has over 3,500 members worldwide and is affiliated with 97 local, state, regional, and international roofing contractor associations[1][2].

Educational and Advocacy Efforts

NRCA supports educational initiatives, such as partnering with SkillsUSA to promote roofing as a career path and to address the labor shortage in the industry. It encourages members to engage with career and technical education schools to promote roofing careers among young adults[4]. The association also develops and provides comprehensive resources like The NRCA Roofing Manual to support industry professionals[5].

Membership and Structure

NRCA's membership includes a diverse range of companies, from small businesses with less than $1 million in annual sales to large commercial contractors with sales exceeding $20 million. More than half of its contractor members perform both residential and commercial roofing work, with over one-third having been in business for more than 25 years[2].

Publications and Events

NRCA publishes a monthly magazine titled Professional Roofing to keep its members informed about industry trends and developments[1]. The association also hosts various events and conferences, including National Roofing Week, to highlight the role of roofing professionals in communities[5].

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/National_Roofing_Contractors_Association [2] https://www.jameskingroofing.com/roof-associations/national-roofing-contractors-association/ [3] https://www.nrca.net/about [4] https://www.nrca.net/RoofingNews/the-national-roofing-contractors-association-supports--creating-a-national-student-roofing-competition.8-11-2022.10438/details/story [5] https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/nrca