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4specs - Free Online Architectural Library Service

Target Audience: Commercial and Institutional Architects, Engineers and Specifiers

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Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association

Only by eating, sleeping, and dreaming asphalt can you hope to keep up to date with the latest news, trends, innovations in the asphalt roofing industry. Or you can visit this web site, where all the work has been done for you… by ARMA.

ARMA is a trade association representing the majority of North America’s asphalt roofing manufacturing companies, plus their raw material suppliers. The association includes almost 95 percent of the nation’s manufacturers of bituminous-based roofing products.

Information ARMA gathers on modern asphalt roofing materials and practices is provided to building and code officials, as well as regulatory agencies and allied trade groups. But our work doesn’t end here. Committed to advances in the asphalt roofing industry, ARMA is proud of the role it plays in spearheading R&D, and in promoting asphalt roofing to those in the building industry and to the public.

BBB helps people find and recommend businesses, brands, and charities they can trust.

People today are overwhelmed with choices – and often unsure about where to find verified, unbiased information. There are more than 30 million businesses in North America alone; and hundreds of thousands of sites around the world where people shop online. There are thousands of free and subscription websites that offer a range of information, including reviews, reports, directories, listings, and gripe sites. BBB is the one place you can find it all.

For over 100 years, BBB has helped people make smarter decisions and is evolving to meet fast changing marketplace needs.

BBB offers its national and local consumer services online and in person. Through our efforts, BBB helps millions of people each year.

The Council of Better Business Bureaus(CBBB) is the network hub for BBBs in the US and Canada. Like BBBs, CBBB is dedicated to fostering honest and responsive relationships between businesses and consumers — instilling consumer confidence and advancing a trustworthy marketplace for all.

Boral

Boral Roofing is a subsidiary of Boral USA and is the country’s largest premium provider of complete roofing and re-roofing solutions for architects as well as commercial and residential builders. Boral Roofing operates 12 clay and concrete tile manufacturing plants throughout the U.S. and Canada. Headquartered in Roswell, Georgia, Boral USA through its subsidiaries employs approximately 1,500 individuals at more than 140 operating and distribution sites across the United States. The U.S. operations include the country’s largest clay roof tile, concrete roof tile and brick manufacturer.

California Contractors State License Board

The Contractors State License Board protects consumers by regulating the construction industry through policies that promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the public in matters relating to construction.

Carlisle SynTec System

About Carlisle SynTec Systems

Carlisle SynTec Systems has been the leader in the commercial single-ply roofing industry for more than 50 years. It continues to lead the roofing industry today by providing its customers with superior roofing systems and services through a select network of manufacturer’s representatives, distributors and applicators. Carlisle’s products have been installed on a wide range of buildings around the world, including schools, hospitals, warehouses, and cold storage facilities. With more than 19 billion square feet of roofing materials sold, Carlisle continues to lead the industry by providing its valued customers with the best products, services, and warranty options available today. Whatever your roofing needs, Carlisle has a system – and an answer – for you.

CertainTeed - North America's Leading Brand of Sustainable Building Products

CertainTeed is a leading North American manufacturer of building materials including roofing, vinyl siding, trim, fence, railing, decking, insulation, gypsum, and ceilings products. Headquartered in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, CertainTeed has approximately 6,000 employees and 65 facilities throughout the United States and Canada. Through its Vision, Mission, Values and Objectives (VMVO) initiative, CertainTeed strives to be the preferred choice for innovative building products and systems by delivering a superior Customer experience to a broader market through the development of exceptional team performance and world-class processes.

CertainTeed is a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the top 100 industrial companies in the world.

Saint-Gobain employs approximately 19,000 people in North America and approximately 109,000 people in 64 countries world-wide. Saint-Gobain’s North American companies operate 130 manufacturing facilities in industries as diverse as industrial ceramics and containers, reinforcements and flat glass, abrasives, and building materials.

Chem Link - Advanced Architectural Products

Founded in 1990, Chem Link has focused its energy on meeting the most pressing needs of contractors, consumers, and industries throughout North America. We are a fully integrated company located in Schoolcraft, Michigan. We design, test, manufacture, and support all of our products to ensure that the needs of our customers are fulfilled. All Chem Link products are formulated and engineered for exceptional performance and safety – our products are non-toxic and present no threat to human health during manufacture or in the field.

We have been an environmentally conscious company since our first day. All of our internal processes are environmentally compliant, from formulating through production and packaging.

Chem Link is an idea company, dedicated to invention, innovation and to problem-solving.

We listen, respond and work diligently to find the best solution for each technical challenge that impedes the progress our customers. Our people are relentless in their pursuit of polymer technology that can be harnessed to meet the evolving demands of the marketplace while maintaining the highest environmental and safety standards.

Chem Link intimately understands North American climates, testing standards, construction issues, government regulations and business conventions. Chem Link is an American company!

Cool Roof Rating Council - Building Materials

The Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) is an independent, non-profit organization that maintains a third-party rating system for radiative properties of roof surfacing materials. The CRRC was created in 1998 to develop accurate and credible methods for evaluating and labeling the solar reflectance and thermal emittance (radiative properties) of roofing products and to disseminate the information to all interested parties.

The CRRC is incorporated as a non-profit educational organization for the following purposes:

Product Rating Program

At the core of the CRRC is its Product Rating Program, in which roofing manufacturers can label various roof surface products with radiative property values rated under a strict program administered by the CRRC. Code bodies, architects, building owners and specifiers can rely on the rating information provided in the CRRC Rated Products Directory.

The CRRC’s diverse membership includes anyone who is interested in rating roof surface radiative properties and in the energy-efficiency of roofs. Our members include roofing manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, consultants, government agencies and other interested individuals.

We've always believed in giving our customers the best service.

When we introduced the first cash rewards credit card in 1986, we committed ourselves to meeting the needs of our cardmembers with the best possible customer service – and we still stand by that commitment today. We’re building our company by listening to consumers and developing products and programs that help them get the most for their money. Beyond credit cards, our banking and payments businesses offer rewarding products backed by that same commitment to high-quality service that we have had from the start.

Our Mission

To help people spend smarter, manage debt better and save more so they achieve a brighter financial future.

Our Vision

To be the leading direct bank and payments partner.

Eagle Roofing Products - Roofing America's Dreams, with legendary Eagle tile

Eagle Roofing Products. The Company of Choice.

Culture

Strategies may come and go, but a strong company culture defines the soul of an organization. At Eagle, our culture emphasizes service: to the team member, customer and supplier. There are choices, and we want YOUR choice to be Eagle.

American Made. American Owned.

Eagle Roofing Products is a Division of Burlingame Industries, a California based privately held, family-owned organization that has been in the tile industry for over 40 years. From these family roots, our business philosophy and vision have blossomed. Eagle began operations in the fall of 1989 with one high-pressure concrete tile extrusion machine. Today, Eagle’s Rialto, California facility is the largest in North America.

Our Phoenix, Stockton, and Rialto, facilities have grown rapidly to meet the demand for concrete tile. Now with expansion into Florida, Eagle is working towards its goal– customers should never have to wait for tile.
Eagle Roofing Products wants to be the company of choice for:

The Eagle Way.

Over the years, Eagle has grown due to a philosophy that revolves around growing personal relationships. Our vision starts with our employees and is reflected in our relationships with our customers and our business partners. Having built a reputation as the preferred company to do business with, we listen to our customers and react quickly to satisfy their needs. Each and every person in our company is a Customer Service Representative-from field personnel, to our Order and Shipping departments, to our experienced manufacturing staff-each team member performs with the singular goal of customer satisfaction.
Eagle’s long experience in the roof tile industry and dedication to prompt personal response to its customers needs have resulted in a well-deserved reputation for quality and service-a reputation that is unmatched. Eagle is customer service.

Eagle is Choices.

No other concrete roof tile manufacturer offers the range of styles and colors that Eagle offers. Options. Eagle has them, and they give you the ability to differentiate your projects while increasing their value. Eagle has developed regionally specific color lines with the help of professional colorists who understand industry trends.

Elk Corporation - Premium Building Products

Elk Premium Building Products family of shingles adds beauty and depth to your home – plus Elk’s renowned quality, durability and protection.

Features and Benefits

An Elk roof offers a wide range of striking, dimensional styles and colors to complement any home’s architecture. Plus, the strength of Elk stands behind each Elk roof, with top UL® wind-resistance and Class “A” fire ratings, and some of the best warranties in the business.

Prestique® Plus High Definition®

For a beautiful roof with rich textural complexity that’s pleasing to the eye, choose Prestique Plus High Definition. Offered in a wide variety of organic colors with the signature High Definition look, Prestique Plus was designed to complement any architecture or style of home. The Prestique Plus roof has impressive dimensionality that is unsurpassed in the industry. Prestique Plus carries a 50-year limited warranty with an option for limited transferability and a limited wind warranty of up to 110 mph and, like all Prestique shingles, is UL Class “A” fire-rated.

Prestique® High Definition®

For a beautiful roof with rich coloration and texture, Prestique High Definition creates visual depths and shadows much like an expensive wood shingle roof. Offered in a wide variety of organic colors with the signature High Definition look for rich textural complexity that’s pleasing to the eye, Prestique was designed to complement any architecture or style of home. Prestique carries a 30-year limited warranty with an option for limited transferability and a limited wind warranty of 80 mph and, like all Prestique shingles, is UL Class “A” fire-rated.

Energy Star - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money and protect our climate through superior energy efficiency.

Energy Star - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

ENERGY STAR is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) voluntary program that helps businesses and individuals save money and protect our climate through superior energy efficiency.

The ENERGY STAR program was established by EPA in 1992, under the authority of the Clean Air Act Section 103(g). Section103(g) of the Clean Air Act directs the Administrator to “conduct a basic engineering research and technology program to develop, evaluate, and demonstrate non–regulatory strategies and technologies for reducing air pollution.” In 2005, Congress enacted the Energy Policy Act. Section 131 of the Act amends Section 324 (42 USC 6294) of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, and “established at the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency a voluntary program to identify and promote energy–efficient products and buildings in order to reduce energy consumption, improve energy security, and reduce pollution through voluntary labeling of or other forms of communication about products and buildings that meet the highest energy efficiency standards.”

Under EPA’s leadership, American consumers, businesses, and organizations have made investments in energy efficiency that are transforming the market for efficient products and practices, creating jobs, and stimulating the economy. Now in its 20th year, the ENERGY STAR program has boosted the adoption of energy efficient products, practices, and services through valuable partnerships, objective measurement tools, and consumer education.

GAF - Roofing Shingles and Materials

Founded in 1886, GAF has become North America�s largest manufacturer of commercial and residential roofing.

Founded in 1886, GAF has become North America’s largest manufacturer of commercial and residential roofing.

Our success in growing the company to nearly $3 billion in sales has been based on our unique philosophy of:

Here are just some of the reasons why we believe you should choose GAF to protect the things you treasure most:

*Source: 2010 Fredonia Group Study

Advanced Quality

Professional installers have long preferred the rugged, dependable performance that only a GAF roof can offer, and have made our Timberline® Shingles with Advanced Protection® the #1 selling shingle brand in North America! Rated #1 in shingle quality by U.S. contractors and home builders

Georgia-Pacific

Georgia-Pacific is one of the world’s leading makers of tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals.

Georgia-Pacific is one of the world's leading makers of tissue, pulp, paper, packaging, building products and related chemicals.

If you’re a consumer, you may recognize our household brands, such as Brawny® paper towels, Quilted Northern® bath tissue and Dixie® cups and tableware. If you’re in the construction business, you’re probably familiar with our engineered lumber products, gypsum panels and other quality building materials. Even if you work in aerospace, mining or facilities management, Georgia-Pacific products may be part of your day.

The fact is, Georgia-Pacific products are part of everyday life.

And while they fill a diverse range of home, commercial and industrial needs, they have one thing in common: they’re all made to high standards of quality and safety. Our 35,000 employees around the world are always looking for better ways of doing things – and our customers, consumers and society benefit.

Georgia-Pacific started out as a hardwood lumber wholesaler in Augusta, Georgia, in 1927.

Today, Georgia-Pacific LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., a private company based in Wichita, Kansas. Headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., we are one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose and related chemicals. We have always believed in investing in the communities in which we live and work, and our Foundation supports initiatives to improve the quality of life for everyone.

Grace - A Global Leader in Specialty Chemicals and Materials

Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts; engineered and packaging materials; and specialty construction chemicals and building materials. The company’s three industry-leading business segments—Grace Catalysts Technologies, Grace Materials Technologies and Grace Construction Products—provide innovative products, technologies and services that improve the products and processes of our customer partners around the world.

OUR VISION

Grace strives to be a premier specialty chemical and materials company. We provide innovative technologies and value-added products and services around the world to enhance the quality of life.

OUR PURPOSE

We are dedicated to our customers. They trust us to provide products, knowledge, technologies, services, and the people to make their products work better.

OUR VALUES

Teamwork: Treat each other with respect. Work safely and effectively with each other to win in the marketplace. Communicate openly and candidly.
Performance: Provide products and services that will make our customers successful.
Integrity: Maintain and expect the highest level of ethical behavior.
Speed: Work with a sense of urgency to meet our customers’ needs. Move quickly to seize opportunities in the marketplace. Anticipate market shifts and respond before our competitors.
Innovation: Encourage people to constantly look for new ways to create value.

Elk Corporation - Premium Building Products

Mailing Address:
IB Roof Systems
8181 JetStar Drive
Suite 150
Irving, Texas 75063

Toll Free: (800) 426-1626

Fax: (800) 741-1160

General Email: info@ibroof.com

At IB Roof Systems, we have seen a lot of changes in the flat roofing industry since 1978, and we have gained a lot of knowledge and expertise. We have used this knowledge to bring you the ultimate design and manufactured roofing systems for your flat or low-pitched roof. IB Roof Systems technical staff has accumulated decades of experience, answered countless inquiries, visited thousands of construction sites, and has educated every authorized installer in the most effective use of our products.

IB Roof Systems has roofs over 30 years old and still performing well for their owners. This is due to our tireless effort to stay on the cutting edge of single-ply membrane formulation and manufacturing technology.

If you choose to install IB Roof Systems products, you can share the confidence in knowing we demand great quality. This is our most important feature. We strive to ensure that the products produced in our manufacturing facilities meet perfection.

Elk Corporation - Premium Building Products

MasterCard is a technology company and payments industry leader. For more than four decades, we have been a driving force at the heart of commerce, making the global economy safer, more efficient, more inclusive and more transparent for all.

Consumers, merchants, business partners and governments in markets around the world have reaped the benefits of our innovative products and solutions which, simply put, are designed to make life easier.

What We Do

Every day, we make payments happen. Evey day, we deliver value.

What We Don't Do

We don‘t issue cards, set interest rates or establish annual fees. Those decisions are made by card issuers, such as banks. We don’t set merchant discount rates either. Acquirers do that. And, of course, we don‘t make money from interchange fees.

Our Vision

A world beyond cash

Our Mission

Every day, everywhere, we use our technology and expertise to make payments safe, simple and smart

1985 Sampson Ave.
Corona, CA 92879

Tel: (800) 736-6221

Fax: (951) 736-6052

Email: sales@mca-tile.com

Whether you are an architect, designer, roofing contractor, or homeowner, the information you need to select the roofing tile for your next project is here. You’ll find a showcase on each of our major product lines and color charts to help in your roof design.

Technical information, such as specification guidelines, installation instructions, and architectural drawings, is available.

We are always looking for ways to make things easier for you. Please let us know how we can help.

Thank you for visiting www.mca-tile.com. We hope you enjoy your stay.

Sincerely,
MCA

Metal Roofing Alliance
E. 4142 Hwy 302
Belfair, WA 98528

Tel: (360) 275-6164

Message from the President

Welcome to MetalRoofing.com, The Metal Roofing Alliance’s website designed to provide a wealth of information to help you make an educated roofing decision.

The Metal Roofing Alliance was formed in 1998 by a small group of forward-thinking metal roofing manufacturers with the main goal of educating consumers about the many benefits of metal roofing. Since our inception, we’ve shown millions of people just how beautiful, durable and money-saving metal roofing can be for them. Over the years, our membership has grown to include paint companies, material suppliers, industry publications and more. Be sure to take advantage of all of the great resources our members offer.

While you’re looking around the site, you don’t want to miss these key areas:

Since we are always looking for ways to improve our site, please check back often and look for even more enhancements in the months ahead. If you have any questions or suggestions on how we can improve this site to meet your needs, please send us a message using our on-line contact form.

Again, thank you for visiting. We look forward to providing you with “Investment Grade Roofing®.”

Sincerely,

William “Bill” Hippard
President, Metal Roofing Alliance
Vice President of Sales, Precoat Metals

The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is one of the construction industry’s most respected trade associations and the voice of roofing professionals and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology and advocacy. Founded in 1886, NRCA is a nonprofit association that represents all segments of the roofing industry, including contractors; manufacturers; distributors; architects; consultants; engineers; building owners; and county, city and state government agencies. NRCA’s mission is to inform and assist the roofing industry, act as its principal advocate and help members in serving their customers. NRCA continually strives to enhance every aspect of the roofing industry.

NRCA has more than 3,500 members from all 50 states and 53 countries and is affiliated with 97 local, state, regional and international roofing contractor associations. NRCA contractor members range in size from companies with less than $1 million in annual sales volumes (50 percent of the current membership) to large, commercial contractors with annual sales volumes of more than $20 million. More than half perform both residential and commercial roofing work, and more than one-third have been in business for more than a quarter of a century.

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The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) is one of the construction industry’s most respected trade associations and the voice of roofing professionals and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology and advocacy. Founded in 1886, NRCA is a nonprofit association that represents all segments of the roofing industry, including contractors; manufacturers; distributors; architects; consultants; engineers; building owners; and county, city and state government agencies. NRCA’s mission is to inform and assist the roofing industry, act as its principal advocate and help members in serving their customers. NRCA continually strives to enhance every aspect of the roofing industry.

NRCA has more than 3,500 members from all 50 states and 53 countries and is affiliated with 97 local, state, regional and international roofing contractor associations. NRCA contractor members range in size from companies with less than $1 million in annual sales volumes (50 percent of the current membership) to large, commercial contractors with annual sales volumes of more than $20 million. More than half perform both residential and commercial roofing work, and more than one-third have been in business for more than a quarter of a century.

Owens Corning™ is committed to helping our customers differentiate their businesses and achieve a higher level of environmental stewardship through customer inspired products and solutions. We offer proven performance in helping to make homes and buildings more comfortable and energy efficient.

In 2014, the Owens Corning Building Materials Group will showcase new solutions and services for:

Innovation / Performance / Sustainability

Professional Roofing
O’Hare International Center
10255 W. Higgins Road, Suite 600
Rosemont, IL 60018-5607

Tel: (847) 299-9070

Fax: (847) 299-1183

Email: professionalroofing@professionalroofing.net

Main Office
2401 W. Big Beaver Rd., Suite 700
Troy, MI 48084

Roofing Contractor is the premier industry publication written specifically for the contractor. An independent magazine, Roofing Contractor’s bold, concise and timely editorial addresses issues critical to contractors and provides the information and insights that help contractors succeed. Our editorial reaches a national audience and covers all aspects of residential, commercial, industrial and institutional roofing.

424 Olive Street | P.O. Box 23409
Santa Barbara, CA 93121

Tel: (805) 884-1100

Fax; (805) 884-1108

The Santa Barbara Contractors Association was founded in 1948 and serves over 600 members. The SBCA’s membership includes Contractors, Subcontractors, Architects, Designers, Engineers, Industry Support Professionals and Material Suppliers. The SBCA serves the industry by providing educational programs, safety programs, planroom, bidding project information, networking opportunities, industry legal and safety updates, group insurance and other related opportunities for the construction industry.

“Construction industry leaders promoting, building, serving and educating our community with integrity, quality and environmental balance.” – Mission Statement

Strength, Flexibility, Service

SFS intec is a global supply partner, manufacturer and supplier of precision cold formed components, special fasteners and mechanical fastening systems. SFS products are manufactured internationally and supported by a comprehensive supply chain management system to ensure that we exceed our customers’ expectations. We believe in creating customer benefit through innovation, quality and the strength of our employees.

Our North American Market organization is based in Wyomissing, Pennsylvania and in the U.S., we operate four full-service distribution centers strategically located throughout the country for a quick delivery response. Canada is supported by our location in Dundas, Ontario. The cornerstone of our success has been the ability to deliver value to customers when and where they need it.

While we benefit from the design and production capabilities of SFS globally, we also maintain local production and product development capabilities in North America. As a result, you benefit from an international network with local knowledge. This allows us maximum flexibility and reaction time, so we can respond to local market changes as they happen.

At SFS intec, our supply chain strategy keeps the fastener production, coating, and packaging of our products in our hands. We believe this gives you greater assurance that we will live up to our quality, delivery, and service commitments. We maintain the control necessary to meet all your service and delivery requirements.

Construction

Serving the construction industry and its suppliers with mechanical fastening solutions and logistics solutions, including our trademark Weather Gard and Defast product lines.

Automotive

Serving the tier one automotive sector with precision cold formed parts and special fasteners, as well as system products, for fastening solutions.

Industrial

Serving the aerospace, electrical, truck trailer industries, machine tool sector, manufacturers of mechanical components with precision formed parts, and window, door manufacturers with innovative hinge solutions.

Service

SFS Supply WarehouseAfter nearly 50 years servicing North American markets, SFS intec knows how quickly your needs evolve. We have evolved along with them. Today, we have four company-owned and strategically located Service Centers in the U.S., along with operations in Canada. We are positioned to provide you the highest service levels in the industry, helping you reduce inventory levels and delivery times. Saving you time and money is our goal.

Logistics

The best product can only perform its function, if it is delivered on time, in the right quantity, in the right version and to the right place! Thanks to years of experience and a well established sales network, SFS intec guarantees smooth, secure logistical solutions.

SFS intec – A Better Supplier for a Stronger Supply Chain

SFS intec Customer ServiceCustom Requests – How We Can Help

About Tile Roofing Institute

Founded in 1971 (Incorporated in the state of California, non-profit 501C6), TRI – originally named the National Tile Roofing Manufacturers Association (NTRMA) – has produced technical manuals on code language and preferred installation practices within all the major code bodies nationwide. TRI has played a major role in testing tile under severe weather and seismic conditions, as well as developing legislation of building codes. A few instances where TRI’s presence has proven to be invaluable include:

TRI developed the first industry-based series installation guides for all climatic regions.

As with any association its members are the driving force behind progress, and TRI is no different. TRI’s members bring years of roof tiling experience and knowledge to the Institute to help the organization remain a major contributor to tiling excellence.

TRI’s tile manufacturing member companies produce nearly all the standard and lightweight concrete and clay tile manufactured in North America. Worldwide, tile is the predominant roof covering material. In the United States, tile roofing is a $603-million industry, and it continues to grow in popularity. It is the dominant roofing material along the West Coast, across the Sunbelt and in Florida.

As a premier payments technology company, Visa’s global network connects thousands of financial institutions with millions of merchants and cardholders every day.

Our business

Our technology and innovation enables consumers, businesses, banks and governments to use digital currency.

1. Who is Western States Roofing Contractors Association?

Western States Roofing Contractors Association is a nonprofit regional association of roofing, roof deck and waterproofing contractors and industry related associate members. The association’s close and frequent contact with members and its programs and services are vital to the successful operation of member companies.

A. What is a non-profit association?

The organization you serve is not the typical type of business you may be accustomed to. Nonprofits belong to the “third sector”, which means that they are organizations that exist solely to provide a service to the community. Because of their tax-exempt status, nonprofits must operate in the public interest. No matter what else the mission statement says, the bottom line is service to people. If a nonprofit puts its focus on anything other than this, it will be in jeopardy of losing its tax-exempt status.

Although an organization can earn revenues through its programs, it will be subject to tax on substantial income derived from an unrelated business. All tax exempt organizations with annual income of $25,000 or more must file with the Internal Revenue Service a Form 990 tax return. WSRCA hires a tax accountant on a yearly basis to file all necessary returns. The privilege of tax exemption should be guarded and not abused.

B. How does WSRCA function as an organization?

Western States RCA policy is developed by the Board of Directors or, in its absence, executive committee. WSRCA’s various programs and services are derived from its committees, which are appointed each year by the WSRCA president. Committees are established to recommend programs and services for the association. These committee recommendations are subject to approval by the board or executive committee, and from these recommendations new programs and services are initiated. Task forces are assigned specific task within a given subject and are usually active for a limited time until the specific task is completed. Subcommittees are formed to assist a standing committee with a particular area that needs specific development and monitoring. All committees have committee chairs and co-chairs, including subcommittees and the president appoints these positions.

As the nonprofit continued to grow, an administrator was hired (executive director) and took on more and more of its daily management. The board moved into a policy-making, planning and monitoring role…and out of the daily management.

C. How is the WSRCA staff organized?

The chief paid executive is the executive director and an officer to the executive committee. The executive director manages the association and its staff. Each staff person has specific assigned areas of responsibility and may work with several committees, attending board and committee meetings when necessary. Directors or committee chairs may assign projects to their staff liaison, but the executive director must prioritize these projects in accordance with the staff’s other duties.

2. Statement of Purpose

The Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) was formed in 1974 to preserve and promote the roofing industry in the western region. WSRCA’s purpose is to provide assistance to enable its members to operate successfully and competitively.

WSRCA members recognize that the perpetuation of such a healthy business environment is greatly influenced by their professional conduct. The association strongly supports the following practices and encourages their members to do the same.

Professional roofing contractors:

3. Confidentiality

Nonprofit leaders may find themselves challenged to find the right balance between transparency and confidentiality. Nonprofit organizations are required by law to disclose certain information, such as their IRS Form 990 or 990-PE. In addition many states have sunshine laws – open meeting laws – that require certain nonprofits to make at least some portion of their board meetings open to the public.

4. Davis Memorial Foundation

The Davis Memorial Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization administered under the auspices of the Western States Roofing Contractors Association, a 501(c)(6). The foundation was established in 1996 in the memory of former WSRCA board director Larry Davis and his wife Mary, who perished in a private airplane crash returning home from a WSRCA board meeting in 1995. The Davis’ were owners of State Roofing Company in Modesto, a family owned business, which included their son and daughter. Larry had always expressed concern that the industry needed more and continuing education for contractors.

When WSRCA decided to organize a foundation in their name to represent the concerns of Larry Davis, Pacific Coast Building Products offered a five-year contribution plan to enable the foundation to get off the ground.

For the first five years, the foundation presented donations to the Ronald McDonald House in various western states. After that time, it was decided that the foundation would increase the scholarship program and use its funds for educational purposes. Because of the IRS status of the foundation, they are able to fundraise to contribute to the scholarship fund.

Mission Statement

WSRCA is dedicated to promoting professionalism by providing leadership for the benefit of its members. The success of each member is continually enhanced by providing:

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