Established in 1965, the Roofing Association of Washington (RCAW) continues to bring the roofing industry together to increase success through advocacy, continuing education, professional collaboration, and consumer awareness.

RCAW is committed to expanding a diverse and inclusive membership that promotes credibility and camaraderie within the roofing industry. RCAW knows that sometimes all it takes to change the industry is a little support.

Since their founding, they have been determined to make an impact. The core of their efforts is to bring fresh ideas, education and passion to the range of activities we’re involved in to support the roofing industry in Washington. Through all of their endeavors they hope to display the conviction of their mission to help every member find success and raise the roofing industry to new heights. Their goal is to be every Washington Roofing Contractor's Ladder to Success.

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25' RCAW Pacific NW Regional Tradeshow

Come one, come all and learn what is new and improved within the roofing industry in 2025! Get a head start on your competitors by attending the ONLY ROOFING specific tradeshow in our state. Bring yourself and your crews to our education sessions on safety and marketing, laws, etc. Enjoy fun games at each booth and stay for a delicious free lunch around 11:00am.

Participate (Must Register) and/or come and watch the 2nd Annual RCAW Fastest Shingle Competition and watch the competitors go at it, shingle by shingle, nail by nail. You could be the Fastest ROOFER in WA STATE and win $500 1st Place, $250 2nd Place & $100 3rd Place, sponsored by GAF. 

Exhibitors will enjoy exceptional booth space while meeting and talking shop with roofing professionals from around the state. On March 6, 2025, Exhibitor set-up, you will take advantage of the delicious appetizers and bar set for you. We want everyone to have a great time and network while designing your booths.

RCAW negotiated a great price for you to stay at the Tulalip Resort Casino for only $159. You MUST register BEFORE February 28, 2025. You only get the discounted room rate if you register through the link listed below. Please use our Offer (IATA) Code: CDA5066 and click HERE to get your rooms at the Tulalip Resort Casino for the best roofing tradeshow. If you have any issues, please call (360) 716-7162. 

EARLY BOOTH Discount Registration ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL 12/31/24

Please be advised that EVERY Booth Vendor MUST have some type of activity at their booth for visitors, such as, tic tack toe, spin the wheel of fun, card games, jeopardy, cornhole, etc. The most interactive booth will be recognized during and after the event. Also, the booth who brings in the most people to the Tradeshow will also win $$$ (they must register & attend to claim potential prize $).

March 7, 2025, | Tulalip Resort Casino | 9am-2pm

Register here today.

Ladder to Success

Here at Roofing Contractors Association of Washington, we know that sometimes all it takes to change the industry is a little support. Since our founding in 1965, we have been determined to make an impact. The core of our efforts is to bring fresh ideas, education and passion to the range of activities we’re involved in to support the roofing industry in Washington. Through all of our endeavors we hope to display the conviction of our mission to help every member find success and raise the roofing industry to new heights. We want to be your Ladder to Success.

Why Join Us

Join RCAW to expand your network, enhance your skills, and elevate your business in a community committed to excellence and growth.

Become a member today!

Boost Your Revenue Through Networking

Connect with like-minded contractors to share opportunities and strategies that directly contribute to increasing your bottom line.

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Member's Club House: Where Knowledge Means Opportunity

Step into the exclusive realm of the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW) Member’s Clubhouse, where industry excellence and unparalleled opportunities converge. Designed with our esteemed members in mind, this dedicated section serves as a gateway to a wealth of resources and expertise aimed at elevating your roofing business to new heights. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just embarking on your entrepreneurial journey, the Member’s Clubhouse is your key to success in the roofing industry.

Learn more about our Member's Club House.

Access to Group Benefits

The CleanTech Alliance Health Trust is available to RCAW members through a partnership with the CleanTech Alliance. This exclusive program offers affordable, comprehensive employee benefits to companies based in Washington state that develop products and services in the energy, environmental, and construction and building sciences industries with as few as two enrolled employees. Plan options from trusted regional and national providers include:

• Medical from Premera Blue Cross
• Dental from Delta Dental of Washington
• Vision from VSP Vision Care Inc.
• Life, Disability and Accidental Death from Unum
• Employee Assistance Program from Wellspring EAP
• Identity Protection from Allstate Identity Protection

Learn more about the diverse benefits available for the new 2024 plan year.

Membership Types

RCAW operates with a board of 12 voting directors. Each director serves a three-year term, and directors are elected each year as terms expire. RCAW’s Executive Committee is composed of the President, Vice-President, Secretary and 1-Year Past President. RCAW’s various programs and services are derived from its committees, which are appointed each year.

Nominations for RCAW officers and directors are received from individual members. RCAW puts nominees to a vote of the membership the first week of October and the new board is announced at the October Annual Meeting.

The chief paid executive is the Executive Director. The Executive Director responsible for the function and effectiveness of the RCAW and its personnel. Each staff person has specific assigned areas of responsibility and may work with several committees.

If you are interested in service on our board of directors you must be a member of the association. Please reach out to director@rcaw.com. We would love to have you. The voting member from each member company will have the opportunity for their voice to be heard and vote for the current board openings. We have openings for 1 contractor member and 1 associate (manufacturer, distributor, associated businesses) member to join the board of directors at this juncture.

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