Roof System Installer

The NRCA ProCertified^® Roof System Installer certification verifies the knowledge and skill of an experienced roof systems installer.

To become an NRCA ProCertified Roof System Installer, you must meet all eligibility requirements and pass a hands-on performance exam.

For more information about NRCA ProCertification, including special discounts on application fees, contact Brad Martz, NRCA's services sales manager, at (847) 493-7574 or bmartz@nrca.net.

Eligibility Requirements

ProCertification Roof Installer certification eligibility requires you to meet a specific work experience requirement and pass an eligibility exam.

Hands-on Performance Exam

The hands-on performance exam requires applicants to demonstrate system-specific installation skills and safety requirements. Exams are scheduled directly with a Qualified Assessor and can be completed at a contractor’s shop, a testing event and, in some cases, video submission may be approved.

Process Overview

Meet the eligibility requirements shown in the Quick Start Guide.
Complete an online application form.
Have your employer verify your skills.
Pass a hands-on performance exam.

Quick Start Guide Installer FAQ

ProCertification Roof Installer Application Fees

Item	Fee
Certification application fee Fee includes one roof system designation	NRCA member price: $799 Nonmember price: $1,599
Three-year renewal fee per designation	NRCA member price: $199 Nonmember price: $399

Item

Fee

Certification application fee

Fee includes one roof system designation

NRCA member price: $799

Nonmember price: $1,599

Three-year renewal fee per designation

NRCA member price: $199

Nonmember price: $399

Certifications

Architectural Metal Flashings and Accessories Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 24 months' experience installing various architectural metal flashings and accessories on steep- or low-slope roofs, including but not limited to coping systems, fascia systems, edge-metal profiles, counterflashing profiles, metal valley flashings, gutter profiles, and headwall and sidewall flashings.
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the steep-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish or the low-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish.

Asphalt Shingle Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 18 months’ experience installing asphalt shingle roof systems, including flashings, valleys and various shingle types
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the steep-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

Clay and Concrete Tile Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 24 months’ experience installing clay and concrete tile roof systems, including installing underlayment, metal valleys and flashings, battens and tile layout and various attachment methods
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the steep-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

EPDM Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 24 months’ experience installing EPDM roof systems, including all types of flashings, sheet layout and attachment systems
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the low-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

Metal Panel Roof Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 36 months' experience installing metal panel roof systems on steep-slope roofs, including valleys, various flashing and penetration details and installation of underlayment materials.
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the steep-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

Metal Shingle Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 36 months' experience installing valley metal; cutting, forming and folding metal shingles, layout and attachment
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the steep-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

Thermoplastic Systems Installer

Requirements

A minimum of 24 months’ experience installing thermoplastics roof systems, including flashings, sheet layout and attachment
Most recent experience must be within the past 12 months
Pass the low-slope eligibility exam in English or Spanish

Certification Renewal

To renew your certification, you must complete training within the three-year renewal cycle. Training can take place in a classroom, real-world or online environment. You can work with manufacturers, distributors, contractors and NRCA to stay on top of training. Be sure to log your training hours and certificates to show NRCA when you’re ready to renew!

The ProCertification renewal process allows NRCA ProCertified® individuals to demonstrate their commitment to continuing education and professionalism. ProCertification Roof System Installer and Roofing Foreman certification renewal is required every three years.

Members: $199
Nonmembers: $399

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