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Bain & Irvine marks 80 years of heritage roofing

July 11, 2026

By Jesse Sanchez. The Scottish roofing contractor is celebrating eight decades in business and National Federation of Roofing Contractors Craft Roofer status. Bain & Irvine is celebrating 80 years in business with a renewed focus on the heritage craftsmanship that has shaped the company since 1946. Founded after World War ... Read More

When the danger is invisible

July 11, 2026

By Emma Peterson. How NFRC is raising awareness of long-term, less visible safety risks in roofing. Over the years, our understanding of safety practices in the roofing trade has grown exponentially. There was a time not too long ago where something as simple as earplugs on a jobsite were much ... Read More

Don’t step through, step back and plan

July 10, 2026

By Emma Peterson. Learn about NFRC’s newest safety campaign – Don't Fall for Fragile. From heavy lifting requirements and potentially dangerous machinery to working at heights, there’s a lot of safety risks that come with working in the roofing trade. At the same time, we’ve made a lot of ... Read More

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Roofing sector confidence falls as Iran conflict and economic uncertainty take toll

July 9, 2026

NFRC's latest State of the Roofing Industry Report reveals declining workloads, subdued recruitment and falling confidence. National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) today published its latest 2026 State of the Roofing Industry Report, revealing a significant deterioration in business confidence across the U.K. roofing sector over the winter months. Economic ... Read More

Tremco U.K. Roofing

July 11, 2025

As a brand of Tremco CPG U.K., we are recognised internationally for delivering the highest quality waterproofing solutions, supporting customers for the long term to ensure that buildings are watertight, compliant and future-proofed. For over 70 years our market leading systems have positioned us as a single source solution for ... Read More

Cotney Consulting Group

March 29, 2020

We are consultants. We are confidants. We are colleagues. We are Cotney Consulting Group. Why Cotney? Join Cotney Consulting Group, where we're more than consultants — your success partners. Cotney is led by John Kenney, a 45-year veteran in roofing business transformation, and offers unparalleled expertise. Kenney's real-world experience in leading multi-million dollar ... Read More

Eagleview U.K.

January 12, 2026

The gold-standard in drone-powered property data Obtain accurate, comprehensive roof condition data and measurements – without ever leaving the ground. Complete more roofing jobs in less time, with greater accuracy. Using Eagleview drones, roofing contractors can quickly and easily capture comprehensive roof data for quick bids, accurate ordering and objective repair estimates. Capture ... Read More

International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD)

December 15, 2025

The International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) is the world’s leading global organization dedicated to advancing the roofing industry through collaboration, innovation and professional excellence. Founded in 1952, IFD serves as a unifying network of national roofing associations, industry partners and technical experts working together to strengthen the trade ... Read More

IRE – International Roofing Expo

March 8, 2017

Innovative products. Thought-provoking presentations. Creative discussions. Unlimited technological advances. Every year the biggest, most influential trade event for the roofing construction and maintenance industry provides total coverage of the innovative equipment, suppliers, resources, information and technologies that are shaping the future of our industry. Everyone who has a role in the industry comes ... Read More

NFRC and SERCGC golf events April-September 2026

July 14, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. - September 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

April 14 – September 30, 2026 Please note that you must be a member of the South of England Roofing Contractors Golf Society to attend this event. To apply for membership, please download this form. To help you plan your diaries and budgets, organisers are running a pre-booking spreadsheet for all events ... Read More

NFRC and SERCGC Golf Event - 14 July

July 14, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. - July 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

Please note that you must be a member of the South of England Roofing Contractors Golf Society to attend this event. To help you plan your diaries and budgets, organisers are running a pre-booking spreadsheet for all events in 2026. Please email the dates you want to book, members can ... Read More

LRWA Charity Team Challenge 2026 - Register by June 19

July 15, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. - July 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

The LRWA Charity Team Challenge is back, and we want your team in it! Register before 19th June and raise money for LandAid. Whether you prefer a brisk walk, a lunchtime run, a cycle or a swim, this is your chance to compete, raise money for a brilliant cause and represent ... Read More

Yorkshire & North East AGM & Race Event: Thirsk Racecourse

July 24, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. - July 24, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.

24 July 2026 A sellout event every year, the Y&NE race day is a hugely popular event for the region and a great chance to catch up with peers. The hugely popular Y&NE Members Day returns to Thirsk Racecourse following continued positive feedback. The day begins with networking, followed by a short ... Read More

Gary Walpole - Cut the Dust!

June 12, 2026

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Gary Walpole from National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) to spotlight an issue that often flies under the radar on the jobsite: dust. As roofing work evolves, so do the risks. NFRC’s “Cut the Dust” campaign ... Read More

Michael Winter - Build It Better: The Future of UK Roofing

May 6, 2026

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mike Winter from Tapco Roofing Products to explore how TapcoSlate and DaVinci Select Shake are shaping steep-slope roofing across the U.K. Drawing on nearly two decades of experience, Mike explains how these lightweight, recyclable composite tiles deliver ... Read More

Dirk Bollwerk - Who is IFD?

April 29, 2026

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Dirk Bollwerk, president of the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD), to explore how global collaboration is advancing the roofing industry. Representing a worldwide network of associations and experts, the IFD drives progress through education, ... Read More

James Talman - Leveling the Payment Field

April 15, 2026

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with James Talman, CEO of the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), about a landmark U.K. government decision to ban retentions in construction contracts and reform long-standing payment laws. Long criticized for straining cash flow, retention practices have impacted ... Read More

Global Trends Influencing the U.S. Roofing Market

July 10, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. - July 10, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

In this episode of Coffee Conversations®, Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by John Kenney, Trent Cotney and former Congressman Denver Riggleman for a dynamic discussion that blends global insight with political perspective. The panel dives into the top global trends influencing the U.S. roofing industry—such as green roofs and sustainability, ... Read More

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