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CRCA News & E-News Archives

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Construction Suicide Prevention Week is September 9-13

Learn how your company can participate, and gain access to resources to help save lives.


Thursday, July 18, 2024

Avoid Roofing Scams After Storms

Check out this Fox 32 Chicago special report featuring CRCA!


Wednesday, July 10, 2024

CRCA Today Summer Issue

The latest issue of CRCA Today is now available online!


Wednesday, January 10, 2024

CRCA & IL Energy Code Developement

CRCA was successful at Illinois Energy Code Development Process again.  Learn more here or on the resources page


Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Fall Safety

Falls are the leading cause of death in the roofing industry.


Thursday, July 20, 2023

Thanks for Attending the 2023 CRCA Golf Outing

Thank you to everyone who participated in CRCA's Annual Golf Outing at Silver Lake Country Club last week. It was a picture perfect day & we can't wait to do it again next year.


Tuesday, July 18, 2023

CRCA Chicago Dogs Family Day

Registration is now open for CRCA's Chicago Dog's Family Day. Register now at http://CRCA.org/events


Friday, June 16, 2023

FREE Forklift Training

CRCA's CWIR will be hosting FREE trainings this fall for CRCA Members.


Tuesday, June 13, 2023

CRCA name CSI Ally of the year

CRCA was honored at the CSI Chicago 2023 Chapter Awards Ceremony with the Ally of the Year Award. CRCA has partnered with CSI Chicago over the last several years to elevate the Chicago construction industry.


Wednesday, May 31, 2023

2023 CRCA Scholarship Dinner

Join us on June 13th to recognize and celebrate the hard-working scholarship winners!


Tuesday, May 23, 2023

CRCA 401k Program

CRCA is partnering with Merrill Lynch & Lincoln Financial to provide members with a 401(k) / retirement plan program. Save time, save money and reduce your fiduciary liability. Email info@crca.org or call 708-449-3340 for more info


Thursday, May 18, 2023

GAF ASCE 7-16 Wind Design Guide

Get GAF's guide on the latest ASCE wind design standards here


Thursday, March 16, 2023

Upcoming CRCA Events

Register today for once of CRCA's Upcoming Events!


Thursday, March 9, 2023

CRCA at ASA

Thank you to the CRCA Membership & Affiliate Relations Committees for representing CRCA at ASA Chicago's Expo this week.


Thursday, February 16, 2023

CRCA at GAF's Roofing Expo

CRCA's Steep & Shingle and Membership Committees were great ambassadors for CRCA at today's GAF's Chicago Roofing Expo at Drury Lane. Thank you for all that you do for CRCA!


Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Comment on the IL CDB Stretch Energy Code

Input needed on electrification, existing building, construction and more.

Input needed on electrification, existing building, construction and more.


Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Register for the 2023 CRCA Trade Show & Seminars

Don't miss your chance to attend Roofing Week in Chicago!

Don't miss your chance to attend Roofing Week in Chicago!


Monday, December 19, 2022

2022 CRCA Annual Awards Dinner Photos

Event photos now live!

View the photos from the Saturday, December 3rd 2022 CRCA Annual Awards Dinner.


Thursday, December 1, 2022

2023 CRCA Trade Show Registration Open

Register to attend the January 18-20 Trade Show & Seminars.


Wednesday, November 9, 2022

November 8 Membership Meeting

Did you miss the meeting and want to learn more about Employment Practices Liability Insurance?


Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Listen to New Episodes of NRCA’s Inspiring Podcast Series

Listen to NRCA's newest podcasts from, "Stories of an Extraordinary Industry." These episodes examine the unique kinship of Chicago-area roofing contractors. “Building Chicago Twice,” highlights the story of MW Powell & "Sustaining Greatness" discusses how how Chicago roofing contractors banded together after the city was devastated by fire.


Thursday, September 1, 2022

CRCA Foundation Raffle

Hunter Panels is donating H-Shield Polyiso, 20psi, standard black facer, 2.6” 4x8 or 4x4 material is 138.24 sqrs. Oct or Nov. delivery based on availability. Est. value is $18,000. Enter here: http://ow.ly/8v8l50Ky1qR 2 entries max per CRCA Contractor Member company.


Monday, August 8, 2022

Crane 101 Class

Join CRCA's CWIR for a Crane 101 Class at Runnion Equipment on September 22 at 1pm. All are welcome to attend this free event. Register today at http://ow.ly/vYn950KfYMC


Monday, August 1, 2022

Cyber Insurance Seminar

Join cyber Specialist, Cooper Hawes with Evolve MGA, as he explains how to understand cyber exposures that face roofing contractors and coverages to adequately protect your business. Register here: http://ow.ly/iNJE50K8RMk


Monday, June 20, 2022

CRCA Chicago Dogs Game

Bring your family & friends out to enjoy a beautiful night of baseball at Impact Field in Rosemont. Watch the Chicago Dogs take on the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, 6pm first pitch. Register today at http://ow.ly/Kf3o50JBIbR


Thursday, May 12, 2022

CRCA Webinar: May 23

Join Phil Hayes & Howard Weiss of AssuredPartners as they peel back the curtain on underwriting. They will be giving an inside look on the 120 day window leading up to renewal and what you can do to position yourself for the best rate possible. 

Register today at CRCA .org/Events


Tuesday, May 3, 2022

CRCA Scholarship Awards Dinner

Join CRCA on June 7th to honor its 2022 Scholarship Recipients at Bookfield Zoo. Visit CRCA.org/events for more information


Monday, April 11, 2022

CRCA Manufacturer Videos Page

CRCA is excited to announce the launch of its CRCA Manufacturer Videos Page. CRCA has worked with its manufacturer member companies to provide a one stop shop for their training & installation videos. View here!


Friday, April 8, 2022

CRCA Goes to Washington

CRCA Staff joined NRCA for its annual Roofing Day in D.C. on April 6. 


Thursday, March 31, 2022

Emerging Leaders Bowling Event

Join the CRCA Emerging Leaders on April 21 for bowling, pizza and networking at Timber Lanes in Chicago. Bowling, shoe and ball rental, and refreshments all included. Register: http://ow.ly/jPjP50Ixb6O


Friday, March 11, 2022

Join the CWIR Mailing List

Do you or others in your company want to get involved with CRCA's CWIR? Join the mailing list today! http://ow.ly/5NOR50IhaMS


Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Apply for the CRCA Scholarship Today!

The CRCA Foundation awards 2 types of scholarships: One to dependents of a CRC Contractor Firm & one to a high school senior that fits the application criteria. Learn more & apply visit: http://chicagoroofing.org/resources/scholarship.aspx… & https://crca.org/CRCA-Foundation/CRCA-Scholarship


Tuesday, February 22, 2022

CRCA March Membership Meeting

Don't miss CRCA's first Membership Meeting of 2022 on March 8 at 11am at Maggiano's Oak Brook. Rob Fisher will be speaking on Human Performance Training and how you can utilize for a safer workplace. Register at the CRCA Events Page


Monday, January 24, 2022

2022 CRCA Trade Show & Seminars

Thank you for all those who attended this year’s CRCA Trade Show & Seminars. After a year hiatus, due to COVID, it was great to be back with the industry.


Monday, December 6, 2021

CRCA's Annual Awards Dinner

Thank you to all of our fabulous CRCA Members who were able to attend Saturday's CRCA Annual Awards Dinner. See you in 2022!


Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Coffee Conversations with Trent Cotney

Don't miss tomorrow's Roofers Coffee Shop: Coffee Conversations with Trent Cotney as he discusses various roofing foundations, including CRCA Foundation. Trent will also be matching all donations to the CRCA Foundation up to $2500. Register here: http://ow.ly/Ylya50H0ZAg


Wednesday, September 29, 2021

NRCA Townhall Recording

Did miss NRCA's Supply Chain Townhall last week? Listen here


Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Summer CRCA Today is Out Now

Read it today!


Monday, August 30, 2021

International Roofers Union President Announces Retirement

Kinsey M. Robinson has announced that he is stepping down as International President of the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers on January 8, 2022


Thursday, August 12, 2021

UL’s Building Innovation Summit 2021

Aug 31 - Sept 2

This three-day virtual event will feature informative sessions given by UL safety experts on a range of topics impacting the built environment, safety, and security


Tuesday, August 10, 2021

August Enews


Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Summer Enews is Here!

CRCA's Summer Enews is here. Read it today


Thursday, June 17, 2021

Spring CRCA Today

The Spring CRCA Today is here! Read it now


Thursday, May 20, 2021

CRCA Golf Outing Registration Now Open

Register today for the July 15th CRCA Industry Day and Golf Outing


Thursday, May 13, 2021

Join CRCA's Emerging Leaders for Happy Hour Event

Join CRCA's Emerging Leaders at Elmhurst Brewery on June 17th at 5pm.


Tuesday, May 4, 2021

May 13th CRCA Webinar

The next "Thursdays with CRCA: Killer Contract Clauses" with Philip Siegel with will have a section on material price volatility. 


Monday, April 26, 2021

OSHA's Stand Down for Safety is May 3-7

OSHA's National Stand-Down for Safety starts next week. Learn more at osha.gov/stop-falls-stand-down


Thursday, April 15, 2021

Material Price Volatility

Given current and ongoing market conditions, Hendrick, Phillips, Salzman & Siegel, P.C. has prepared for roofing contractors the attached memorandum pertaining to material price escalation and volatility, along with potential proposal and contract provisions that a contractor  may want to use or modify in a proposal or contract 


Friday, April 9, 2021

Participate in NRCA's Market Index Survey for Reroofing

NRCA is seeking participation from CEOs, COOs, CFOs and owners of roofing contracting and roof consulting businesses. The survey only should take about 10 minutes to complete, and all responses will be held in strict confidence and used only for aggregate reporting. 

Only those who participate will receive the survey results, so please take the Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing now!

Please share your views before the April 16 submission deadline


Thursday, April 1, 2021

CSI Chicago becomes CRCA Industry Affiliate

Meet our new Affiliate Partner: Construction Specifications Institute Chicago Chapter (CSI Chicago). 


Wednesday, March 24, 2021

Several CRCA Members participated in NRCA's Virtual Roofing Day in DC.

Issues dicussed with Congress memebers and their staff were:

  • Increased funding for career and technical education to address workforce shortages
  • A strong buildings component in federal infrastructure legislation
  • Immigration reform that meets the roofing industry’s workforce needs

To learn more about Roofing Day in DC and to read the position papers please visit: nrca.net/advocacy/roofingday


Friday, March 19, 2021

COVID-19 What Have We Learned?

This article from the 2021 Winter Issue of  "CRCA Today" covers what is in store with OSHA and COVID 19 Citations in 2021. Read now!


Friday, March 12, 2021

NRCA Announces 2021-22 Directors & Officers

NRCA Announces 2021-22 Directors & Officers NRCA’s current Executive Committee and  Board of Directors will serve an additional year starting June 1, this includes CRCA Members: Rod Petrick (Ridgeworth Roofing) as Chairman of the Board and CJ Martin (Showalter Roofing) as a Director. Additionally, George Patterson (Bennett & Brosseau) was nominated to serve a three year term as a Director. 



Tuesday, February 16, 2021

CRCA Emerging Leaders' Virtual Cocktail Class

Register for CRCA's Emerging Leaders' March 18th Virtual Cocktail Class.



Thursday, January 21, 2021

Did you miss Roofing Week in Chicago?

Check out all Roofing Week in Chicago Semninar Presentations here and all recordings in the Members Only Section.


Thursdays with CRCA is Back

Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Thursdays with CRCA is Back

Register Today!

Register today for the next "Thursdays with CRCA" Learn more & Register


Monday, January 4, 2021

Emergency Paid Sick Leave Changes

effective as of 12.31.20

COVID RELIEF LEGISLATION PASSED 12/27/20 

Learn how it affects employers