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Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW)
RCAW opens submissions for the 2026 Excellence in Roofing Awards Program
RCAW encourages contractors to submit all types of roofing projects for consideration, regardless of size or complexity. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is now accepting submissions for its prestigious 2026 Excellence in Roofing Awards Program. Roofing contractors across Washington state can submit their best low- and steep-slope roofing projects ...
RCAW Basic Shelter Project success: RCAW provides new roof for community member
The Basic Shelter Project remains a cornerstone of RCAW’s mission to support vulnerable homeowners across Washington by providing essential roofing services and improving the safety and stability of local housing. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2025 RCAW Basic Shelter Project, ...
Top November articles: Training, tradeshows and more
By Emma Peterson. It’s been a busy month at The Coffee Shops™, here are some must-read articles to keep you informed. November has been a busy month here at The Coffee Shops™! Our crew has been hard at work and you can tell from the number of articles we published ...
Top November articles: Acts of kindness across the country
By Emma Peterson. From Colorado to Washington and beyond, contractors are supporting their communities the best way they know how – through roofing! The year might be winding down, but here at AskARoofer and in the roofing world, we’re still going full steam! November 2025 has been a busy ...
RCAW Basic Shelter Project brings a new roof — and new hope — to Tacoma widow
The RCAW Basic Shelter Project is an annual community initiative designed to help Washington residents in need of essential roofing repairs or replacements. The Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) is proud to announce its upcoming Basic Shelter Project taking place (weather pending) on November 10, 2025, in Tacoma, Washington. This ...
In loving memory of Gary Smith
Gary will be remembered for his integrity, sharp wit and unwavering commitment to the members of RCAW. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gary Smith, Executive Director of the Independent Business Association (IBA), who served as the Lobbyist for the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) ...
Proactive protection
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to prepare your business to weather immigration policy changes and investigations. As we get further into 2025, we continue to see immigration policies and enforcement growing and changing. The effects of this vary, from challenges getting skilled labor to fines that can be up to ...
Top May articles: Insights from industry leaders and exciting product overviews
By Emma Peterson. Explore the top ten May articles from The Coffee Shops™! This past month we saw a variety of articles make it onto our top ten list! From sharing heartwarming stories about brands giving back to their communities to informational articles about products and industry shifts, here at ...
When ICE shows up unannounced
By Justin Shirley, Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW). Preparation means protection for your people and your business. Disclaimer: Please note, this information is not legal advice and RCAW strongly encourages members to work with their local counsel to establish a compliance protocol that suits their unique needs. They might arrive without notice ...
Roofing success in the Pacific Northwest: RCAW’s 2025 tradeshow
By Emma Peterson. From hands-on learning to industry connections, this regional trade show had it all! Here at The Coffee Shops™, our crew members work from all around the country. One of the best parts of this is that we get to explore a variety of trade shows, both nationally and regionally! ...
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