Industry News
Awards Presented at the RCMA Annual Gala
By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. The RCMA awards honored three individuals for their service, advocacy, and program development within the roof coatings industry. Recently, three deserving individuals were recognized and honored for their impact in the roof coatings industry. The Martin A. Davis Award, the James “Tim” Nelligan Industry Statesman Award, ...
Roof Talk: Brace Yourselves, Coronavirus’ Impact on the Roofing Industry Will be Felt
As more cases are confirmed by the day, the U.S. roofing industry is already experiencing the effects, and must brace itself for the challenges to come. Courtesy of: Trent Cotney, Cotney Construction Law, LLP | WSRCA Legal Advisor RoofingContractor.com. With over 3,500 cases in the U.S. and more than 175,000 worldwide, the ...
NRCA Will Hold National Roofing Week 2020 June 7-13
NRCA has announced National Roofing Week 2020 will take place June 7-13 to raise awareness of the significance of roofs to every home and business. Celebrated each year during the first full week of June, National Roofing Week serves as a reminder that the roof is one of the most important ...
National Roofing Contractors Association to Hold Telephone Town Hall
The National Roofing Contractors Association will hold a COVID-19 Telephone Town Hall Monday, March 30, at 5 p.m. EST. The purpose of the town hall is to share the latest information regarding COVID-19 as it relates to the roofing industry. Critical COVID-19 topics will be discussed, including work-site shutdowns, “essential” businesses and ...
NFP Integrates Brokerages Across Canadian Market as ‘NFP’
NFP continues to execute long-term strategy in Canada, unifying business names, further integrating acquired brokerages, and elevating value for employees and clients NFP Canada Corp. (NFP), a leading insurance broker and consultant that provides employee benefits, property and casualty (P&C), retirement and individual solutions through its various licensed Canadian insurance brokerages, ...
COVID-19 and Roofing Pt 1: How to Identify and Appeal to Your Customers' Situations
By Equipter. Building relationships is tough when you’re trying to keep up with production. But when a worldwide epidemic like COVID-19 hits, it’s wise to take advantage of the opportunity to strengthen your connections and strengthen the bridge between you and your prospects. Here are a few simple ways to develop stronger relationships ...
NRCA Organizes Letter Campaign to Address Business Concerns During COVID-19 Crisis
Guidance requested to define essential businesses, services amd workers. To help address roofing professionals’ business concerns during the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the National Roofing Contractors Association led an industrywide effort March 19 to send a letter to President Trump asking the administration to provide clear guidance to states regarding essential ...
Preparing for Roofing Work Site Shutdown
NRCA recognizes job suspensions and work stoppage are likely to increase during the COVID-19 period. Given that many NRCA members will likely be required to suspend work, NRCA’s Technical Service section has prepared guidance for contractors who find themselves having to suspend jobs in progress. Please remember communication is a key element ...
Ryan Groth Shares Keys to Predictable Revenue at Duro-Last® Annual Seminar
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Contractors were able to participate in hour-long breakout sessions focused on predictable revenue and growing their businesses. While attending the 2020 International Roofing Expo, I ran into RCS Partner Ryan Groth from Sales Transformation Group. I hadn’t seen Ryan in a while so I was excited ...
NRCA Announces Recipient of 2020 Charlie Raymond Award
The National Roofing Contractors Association has announced GAF, Parsippany, N.J., is the winner of the Charlie Raymond Award. The award was presented at NRCA’s 133rd Annual Convention held Feb. 2-6 in Dallas and is named in honor of former NRCA President and J.A. Piper Award recipient Charlie Raymond, who took on ...
