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Introducing RCAT

The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas is a statewide trade association of roofing and waterproofing contractors.

This group of professionals collectively represents the voice of the roofing and waterproofing industry in Texas.

Mission

RCAT's mission is to help its members operate successfully by providing up-to-date continuing education, technical research data, industry contacts, consumer help and a forum for governmental and public relations.

Goals

RCAT strives to further the success of it members through the following list of established goals:

• Continuing education through programs, seminars, the annual convention and trade show, and the certification program.
• An effective legislative program in Texas.
• A state licensing law, written by and for the roofing industry.
• The elimination of retention.
• A uniform subcontractor contract.

Member Benefits

Savings from member benefits could pay for your membership. Available to association members are:
 

Discounted general liability policies

• Family scholarship program- 3 - $2,500 scholarship per year
• A standard roofing contract written by an attorney
• Newsletter - The Moisture Protector
• Mold Clause for Contracts
• Free Links to Your Web Site
• Largest Trade Show in Texas for Roofing Products!
• Discounts to attend trade show
• Educational Seminars

 Activities & Services

Educational Programs assist in improving contractor management skills that are necessary to conduct business more effectively and efficiently.

Certification Program increases consumer protection and secures the public confidence in the roofing industry by elevating the roofing contractor's and manager's knowledge, skills and professionalism through voluntary self-regulation. Certification is presently available for commercial and residential roofing contractors and company managers.

Annual Meeting and Convention is held in conjunction with a widely acknowledged trade show. Two days of concentrated productive seminars to enhance knowledge of today's complex industry problems.

Industry Bulletin - the Moisture Protector - is published and distributed to architects, contractors and suppliers each month. Every issue contains timely articles that affect the roofing industry.

Government Relations Programs keep members informed of important legislative proposals and administrative agency activities.

Annual Membership Directory contains names, addresses, telephone numbers and business information of all RCAT members.

Membership Classifications

RCAT offers two classifications of membership:

CONTRACTOR MEMBER: Any established roofing and/or waterproofing contractor whose principal business has been roofing and/or waterproofing contracting for a minimum of one year shall be eligible for membership.

ASSOCIATE MEMBER: Any individual proprietor, partnership, or corporation composed of manufacturers and/or suppliers of materials, products or services used by the Contractor member; architects and consultants shall be eligible for Associate Membership. Associate members are not eligible for election to office in RCAT; however, six Associate members serve as Advisory members on the Board of Directors.

 The Roofing Contractors Association of Texas logo is propriety to members only.

Requirements for Membership

• Applications for a Contractor must be sponsored by a RCAT Contractor member and a RCAT Associate member in good standing. (Requires both sponsors).
• Applications for an Associate (Manufacturer/Supplier) can be sponsored by either a RCAT Contractor member or a RCAT Associate member in good standing. (Does not require both)
• The principal business of applicants for Contractor membership must have been roofing and/or waterproofing for at least one year.
• Credit references must be submitted from three suppliers.
• Application for membership must be accompanied by payment of the annual dues.
• New member applications must be approved by the Board of Directors. Your payment will be processed on receipt of application. Applications are approved at each quarterly Board meeting. If your application is not approved, your money will be refunded.

THE RCAT logo is propriety and is only for use for current RCAT members.

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