The Durable Slate and Restoration Companies finish first in two categories at International Federation of the Roofing Trade Awards

With these 2025 wins, Durable Restoration extends their history-making streak, becoming the first American company to receive an IFD Award more than once.

The Durable Slate and Restoration Companies are proud to announce two first-place wins at the IFD (International Federation of the Roofing Trade) Awards, which recognizes the best of the best in the roofing industry across the globe.

The winning projects were announced on the final full day of the IFD Congress & Awards 2025 in Bratislava, during a gala held at the Bratislava Concert Hall. Out of over 100 total submissions, one Durable Slate and one Durable Restoration project took home the coveted first place trophy in their respective categories: Durable Slate’s restoration of the Logan County Courthouse in Lincoln, Illinois won in the Metal Roofing category and Durable Restoration’s work on The Cathedral of St. Helena in Helena, Montana tied for first in the Steep Slope Roofing category.

The IFD Congress & Awards is an esteemed ceremony which takes place every two years and receives submissions from over a dozen nations across the world, including Switzerland, Russia, China and the United Kingdom. At the 2019 ceremony in Edinburgh, The Durable Restoration Company became the first American company in 67 years to place first at this prestigious competition, in recognition of their metalwork at Steeple Square in Dubuque, Iowa. With these 2025 wins, Durable Restoration extends their history-making streak, becoming the first American company to receive an IFD Award more than once.

“It is a huge honor to be selected as winners among so many great contractors and projects from around the world,” said John Chan, vice president of The Durable Slate Company. “We are incredibly proud of our craftsmen and the dedication displayed through these projects, and it is very gratifying to share this achievement with them.”

In addition to the first-place projects, Durable Restoration's preservation of the Heinz Memorial Chapel flèche in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania finished fourth in Metal Roofing and the slate installation on the Sweet Residence, a custom-built home in Bethesda, Maryland, placed sixth in the Façade category.

“We set out at the very early years of the company only hoping that we could one day stand among the industry's best, and for a long time we were not entirely sure if it was possible,” said Gary Howes, president of The Durable Slate Company. “We spent decades working towards this goal, and to see our efforts pay off in this huge way not once, not twice but three times is beyond what we ever expected.”

Howes continued, “It has also been wonderful seeing local craftsmen come to us and end up working on these world-class restoration projects. We hope that our work inspires more people to come join our team and learn the restoration trade from us so that they may carry on the preservation of America’s most treasured buildings.” For a recap of the IFD Congress & Awards 2025, visit www.ifd-roof.com

About The Durable Slate Company and The Durable Restoration Company

The Durable Slate Company is a leading provider of slate roofing solutions and historic preservation services, specializing in the restoration and repair of traditional roofs across the United States. With a commitment to quality craftsmanship and unparalleled expertise, The Durable Slate Company has earned a reputation for excellence in Slate, Metal and Tile roofing. For more information, visit www.durableslate.com

The Durable Restoration Company specializes in the preservation and restoration of historic structures, combining exceptional craftsmanship with a commitment to safeguarding architectural history. By preserving the past, Durable Restoration ensures the legacy of these structures for future generations. For more information, visit www.durablerestoration.com.