Benefits
Vision: members of NRCA will shape consumer roofing choices and affect industry
developments.
Philosophy: Members of NRCA serve the profession best by serving the public
first.
As an NRCA member, you are provided numerous resources, including:
Communications
For Members Only
You receive NRCA's monthly newsletter, For Members Only, which contains updates
about the latest roofing industry developments and NRCA activities.
NRCA's E-News
You also receive NRCA's weekly electronic newsletter, which features the most current
roofing industry and NRCA news.
NRCA Smart Brief
NRCA's industry newsletter delivered every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
offers up-to-the-minute information about roofing industry news, market forecasts
and NRCA activities.
NRCA's Web site
NRCA's Web site, www.nrca.net, contains
more than 30,000 pages of information, including an online directory of members
searchable by geographical radius. As an NRCA member, you receive a free company
listing in the online Membership Directory, a resource for contractors. In addition
you'll have access to the Web site's Members Only section, which features late-breaking
news, market information, a public relations guide, a discussion forum, Ask NRCA,
special reports, staff resources and other valuable information. Join on NRCA's
secured site, and save time and money!
NRCA Insider
NRCA's quarterly newsletter features a report from NRCA's president, information
about the services available to members and details about NRCA's most current accomplishments.
Special Reports
Detailed reports addressing key industry issues are mailed to you and posted on
NRCA's Web site to keep you informed.
The International resource section contains:
- International member search
- NRCA study tour information
- Calendar of international events
- NRCA's international representatives' contact information
- NRCA's international affiliate organizations
- For Members Only newsletter in Spanish
Professional Roofing magazine
NRCA's monthly publication is the industry's leading magazine. Each issue provides
you with the most accurate, timely and objective information in the roofing industry.
Articles from Professional Roofing also are available at www.professionalroofing.net and include "Web exclusives" that
offer additional editorial and images related to the articles. You also have access
to editorial indices and a search function to give you access to information you
need about any industry topic. For additional subscriptions, members can visit www.professionalroofing.net
and click on Subscribe.
Technical assistance
Members have priority access to NRCA's technical staff to answer questions and troubleshoot.
You also receive technical bulletins, research updates and special reports addressing
NRCA's most current findings about roof system performance, materials and application
techniques. NRCA maintains a database of technical information (e.g., magazine articles,
research reports) that covers a wide variety of roofing-related topics. This information
is cataloged by title, author and keyword to enable you to quickly find the information
you need.
International Roofing Expo and NRCA's annual convention
This four-day event is the largest gathering of the roofing industry in North America,
attracting more than 9,500 roofing professionals worldwide. You benefit from dynamic
educational sessions, a trade show with more than 400 exhibiting companies, 1,100
booths and featured events that include top-name speakers. Members receive substantial
discounts on registration and exhibit space. Future convention locations include:
- Las Vegas—Feb. 1-5, 2009
- New Orleans—Feb. 20 - 24, 2010
- Las Vegas—Feb. 13-17, 2011
Questions? Call NRCA's Customer Service Department
NRCA's Customer Service Department is your personal link to all roofing resources.
NRCA's Customer Service Department features a toll-free number—(866) ASK-NRCA
(275-6722)—and is staffed with trained information agents who are ready to
take your orders and address any questions. You also can visit
shop.nrca.net for the latest information about more than 130
NRCA publications and DVD programs.
Discounts
As an NRCA member your company can take advantage of discounts on:
- The International Roofing Expo exhibit space and NRCA convention registration
- NRCA publications
- DVD programs
- Educational programs
International trade shows and study tours
Each year, NRCA attends some of the world's largest international trade shows and
conferences. Be sure to speak with NRCA staff and learn more about NRCA's benefits
and services. NRCA will be involved in the following future locations:
- Dach + Holz International, Cologne, Germany
Feb. 24-27, 2010
- Roof and Cladding India, Mumbai, India
April 2009
- China Roofing and Waterproofing 2008, Beijing
Oct. 14-17, 2009
Throughout the year, NRCA conducts study tours for members to attend roofing industry
exhibitions and technical conferences sponsored by other organizations throughout
the world. Participants exchange technical and product information with their roofing
counterparts and examine the economic conditions, political climate and roofing
market trends of other countries.
NRCA logo
NRCA members are identified as being the roofing industry's elite. You receive camera-ready
artwork of the NRCA logo for use on letterhead, brochures, advertisements, etc.
NRCA members also can download the NRCA logo from the Web site's Members Only/services
section. Also available are NRCA foil labels for use on envelopes, brochures, etc.
Recognition and networking
NRCA's online membership directory is like a "Who's Who" in the roofing industry.
Members' contact information is prominently displayed to make it easy to find fellow
contractor and associate members. You also receive a NRCA membership certificate
and plaque to display in you office.
For manufacturers, NRCA's Web site is a portal for roofing contractors looking for
manufacturers and distributors of roofing products equipment and services. As an
international manufacturer member, you will receive a complimentary hyperlink to
your company's Web site in NRCA' online Buyers Guide, as well as a listing in the
printed NRCA Buyers Guide sent to all
Professional Roofing magazine subscribers
in January and August. Manufacturers are listed by product type, and distributors
are categorized by territory—either national or regional. The NRCA Buyers Guide
listing provides your company's name; telephone and fax numbers; mailing and e-mail
addresses; and Web-site information.
NRCA members receive discounted rates for Web-site banner advertising, as well as
for banner ads in E-news, NRCA's weekly electronic newsletter to members.
Educational programs
NRCA provides you with unparalleled learning opportunities. Whether you seek professional-development
opportunities, training for your employees or programs addressing roofing technology,
NRCA will fulfill your learning needs. Programs are conveniently scheduled at locations
throughout the U.S. on a regular basis.
- CERTA Training for Torch Applicators
- Introduction to Roofing
- Roof Inspection Diagnosis and Repair
- Roofing Safety: OSHA 10-hour Program
- OSHA-sponsored Train-the-trainer Safety Program
- Roofing Sales: Profiles and Productivity
- Future Executives Institute (FEI)
- Roof Systems Analysis
- Various technology and management programs
Look to NRCA to customize a training program tailored to your specific needs that
can be held at your company.
Market condition reports
NRCA conducts quarterly surveys of its officers, directors, former presidents and
contractor members who serve on NRCA committees to determine general market conditions
in 10 U.S. geographic regions. International members have access to these survey
results at
www.nrca.net.
Publications and benefits
You can immediately put your NRCA membership to work when you use the impressive
publications, DVDs and benefits you receive upon joining. Upon joining, you will
receive the following publications, CD-ROM programs and benefits:
- NRCA Web-site listing
- The NRCA Roofing Manual Section Update
- Join in 2008 and receive the NRCA Roofing Manual: Metal Panel and SPF Roof Systems—2008
- The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual, Fifth Edition, CD-ROM, including
section updates
- The NRCA Safety Manual, CD-ROM Version
- Repair Manual for Low-slope Membrane Roof Systems
- Special Reports addressing a wide range of industry issues
- English/Spanish Glossary of Roofing Terms
- Three Consumer Advisory Bulletins
- Asphalt fumes and asbestos updates
- Subscription to Professional Roofing magazine
- Subscription to For Members Only newsletter
- Membership plaque