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Virtual Roof Restoration Training Event!

NWiR Education Committee is excited to announce a Virtual Roofing Restoration Training Event presented to you by Steve Proctor & Abbey Feinstein from CertainTeed. ROOF RESTORATIONS – What is Often Overlooked Even by the Pros Roof restoration has been a growing segment for decades and has witnessed a steep growth over the last two years in response to material outages necessary for re-roof projects. Restoration can be an excellent solution to revitalize and extend a roof’s [...]

2022-04-01T12:18:51-06:00By |

“Monumental Buildings on the National Mall” Tour

Join the NWiR for a tour of the Buildings on the National Mall which sit opposite the Monuments on the other end! The tour will be April 7th after for those planning on attending the NRCA Roofing Day in Washington Dc on April 6th. During this tour we will explore the exterior of several buildings on the West side of the National Mall including the United States Capitol, the Library of Congress Jefferson building, The United [...]

2022-04-01T12:16:02-06:00By |

Education Committee is looking for volunteers

It's been a few weeks since I attended NWiR Day and the Education Committee is working on content for 2022. Participating in NWiR day is always very special. It reminds me of the importance NWiR plays in not only my professional development, but also my personal growth. In 2021, with the help of some amazing volunteers, the Education Committee delivered great content. In 2022 we are looking to build and expand the depth of topics we [...]

2022-02-14T10:35:16-07:00By |

2022 – Education Committee

As we start a new year the Education Committee would like to send a huge thank you out to all those who helped make 2021 a success. Throughout the year we were fortunate to have many companies, members, entrepreneurs and business owners donate time and talent. It would be difficult to recognize them all, so here are some standouts from the year. First, our very own committee member Jae Horbacz who worked each month to research [...]

2021-12-21T14:58:35-07:00By |

Save The Date! Weathering the Storm: Hands-On Demo of Roofing Materials

Join members of the NWIR Education Committee and the GAF CARE team as we demo simple roof repairs. Several councils will be participating live across the country! October 20th from 4:00pm - 5:00pm EST. Register here: https://www.nationalwomeninroofing.org/event/weathering-the-storm-hands-on-demo-of-roof-repairs-2021-09-29/

2021-11-04T15:01:44-06:00By |

Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance: Safety is a culture embedded into everything we do!

At Tremco Roofing and Building Maintenance we have a motto: Lead with Safety. It has been embedded into the fabric of our organization and we strive to make it our focus in every aspect of our daily business. From our commercial roofing techs installing Fibergrate safety systems throughout NA, to our strategic partnerships with vendors, to our fellow friends and members of NWIR; we are delivering on our commitment to Lead with Safety. Check out some [...]

2021-10-04T10:27:18-06:00By |

Solar Ready Metal Roofing – Sustainable and Resilient for Decades of Reliable Performance

The state-of-the-art Riverview Branch Library in Riverview, Florida, won the first-place award for the commercial roofs category in ATAS International’s 2020 project of the year competition. Field-Lok standing seam metal roof panels, manufactured by ATAS in Dove Grey .040 aluminum, were installed on this new library. The panels, with a 2” seam height and 15 ¼” panel width, were mechanically seamed, followed by the installation of photovoltaic panels. The 2” Field-Lok panel is a double-locked structural [...]

2021-09-09T10:21:05-06:00By |

NWIR – July Education

The heat of July is bringing a new HOT TOPIC : Single-Ply Roofing Membranes Many people think that ‘single ply’ is the answer to their flat roofing. Single-ply roofing membranes have only one thing in common – that is: they are single ply, or just one layer of membrane that is a waterproofing barrier. The similarity stops there. - EPDM Roofs. EPDM, ethylene propylene diene monomer rubber, is the most common thermoset roof membrane. - PVC [...]

2021-06-27T15:15:24-06:00By |

Thank You for Attending the Hands-On Demo!

Thank you to everyone who joined in for our first-ever hands-on demo on May 20th! The GAF CARE team led a training on how to install asphalt shingles. We had NWiR members participate from Charlotte, Tennessee, and Cleveland! As well as the 100+ virtual attendees! The recording can be accessed under the Webinar Archives section of the website (login required). And please mark your calendars for September 29th when we will be hosting our second hands-on [...]

2021-05-25T11:33:41-06:00By |

Education Committee

During the month of June, the NWiR Education Committee will highlight Resilient Design and Preparedness for Weathering the Storm. The technical content will focus on facts and insight on how to prepare roofs for the storms we confront throughout the summer months including Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Northeastern and Tropical Storms. Please visit the Technical Education page for a list of resources specific to steep slope and low-slope roofing: https://www.nationalwomeninroofing.org/home/education/technical-education-resources/ Below are upcoming events for the month of [...]

2021-05-25T11:27:35-06:00By |
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