ERA has signed onto a letter to congressional leadership encouraging congress to ensure that future federal infrastructure investments at minimum adhere to current building codes and standards. The letter currently has more than 60 signers representing state/local, emergency response, housing,… Read More
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Webinar: Diversity + Inclusion: Understanding How Bias can Affect Your Business
Diversity + Inclusion: Understanding How Bias can Affect Your Business Thanks to our sponsor Johns Manville! June 4 Noon – 1 p.m. CDT Price: FREE to all roofing industry professionals This highly interactive training session will help you identify personal… Read More
ERA urges adjustments on Florida House Bill 305
A piece of legislation is percolating in Florida that is concerning for some segments of the roofing industry. HB 305 would limit some lawsuits, but the proposed language also includes a depreciation schedule for payouts on roof replacements and also… Read More
VOC Regulations
This is an Interim Update and it will be monitored quarterly and updated on an annual basis. ERA VOC State Regulations Chart 2021 v2
LESSONS LEARNED FROM A TOUGH TASKMASTER
Almost all of us would agree that 2020 was a bad year, and it’s good to have it in the rearview mirror. Before we move forward, though, let’s not forget the lessons that 2020 taught us. For the staff of… Read More
Roofing Coalition Urges Widespread COVID-19 Vaccinations
A coalition of roofing trade associations representing contractors, manufacturers, distributors and consultants urges eligible individuals to roll up their sleeves for COVID-19 vaccinations when available and recommended by local health officials and medical professionals. The widespread distribution and acceptance of… Read More
PROTECTING THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT FROM MONSTER STORMS: BLOG
The twin disasters of Hurricane Laura and the ongoing Covid-19 epidemic have created unprecedented challenges for communities along the Gulf Coast. While Laura passed between the major cities of New Orleans and Houston, more than 600,000 homes lay in the… Read More
NRCA CHOOSES EPDM FOR ITS PROCERTIFICATION PROGRAM
Three years ago, Reid Ribble, then the newly-appointed CEO of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA), was the guest speaker at a meeting of ERA’s leadership. During his remarks, Ribble laid out his vision for the roofing industry, focusing on… Read More
Back to Work on America’s Roofs Infographic
A coalition of leading roofing industry associations has launched an initiative which recommends key policies to stimulate the economy through the roofing industry.
ERA Statement on Racial Equality and Justice
The EPDM Roofing Association (ERA) supports the evolving national debate designed to move us towards a more equitable society, where justice is guaranteed for every individual. Working with our allied groups like NRCA, our commitment as members of the roofing… Read More