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Why Roofing Contractors Attend IRE

Where Roofing Pros Come to Level Up

Ready to tackle your biggest challenges head-on? The International Roofing Expo is where contractors like you discover game-changing solutions that boost your bottom line while maintaining the quality your customers expect.


What Makes IRE Your Must-Attend Event

Hands-On Product Testing

Try before you buy with interactive demos of labor-saving equipment.

Profit-Boosting Education

Get practical training on managing material costs and streamlining operations..

Industry-Leading Connections

Build relationships with suppliers who understand your business needs.

Crew Development Solutions

Discover strategies to find, train, and retain skilled workers.

Competitive Edge Insights

Stay ahead of building code changes and industry innovations.

2026 Educational Tracks

Workplace Safety

Protect worker health and safety in roofing operations through comprehensive training, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices (including OSHA requirements, fall protection, and more)

Money Matters

Financial management, accounting practices, and business metrics specifically tailored to help roofing contractors and companies improve their financial operations and business profitability.

Legal/HR

Critical legal, regulatory, and human resources issues specific to the roofing industry, including compliance requirements, risk management, and effective workforce management

Leadership

Effective management skills, communication strategies, and leadership capabilities specifically tailored to help current and aspiring roofing industry leaders navigate the unique challenges of managing teams in the roofing sector

General Business

Comprehensive education on fundamental business operations, strategies, and management practices specifically tailored to help roofing professionals improve their overall business performance and sustainability

Latino

A specialized educational pathway (en Español) designed specifically for Spanish-speaking roofing professionals, recognizing the significant contribution of Latino contractors to the roofing industry, with approximately 30% of the roofing workforce being Latino and Hispanic workers.

Sales/Service

Effective sales strategies, techniques, and processes to increase close rates and business success, including practical approaches to the roofing industry sales process

Technical

Installation techniques, codes, material specifications, system performance, and technical best practices for various roofing systems

Sustainable

Environmentally responsible roofing practices, materials, and systems.

What to Expect at IRE 2027

Real Solutions For Your Daily Challenges

Finding & Keeping Skilled Labor

Discover recruitment strategies, training programs, and retention techniques from contractors who've cracked the code on building reliable crews.

Managing Rising Material Costs

Connect with suppliers offering innovative products that deliver better margins while maintaining the quality your customers demand.

 

Streamlining Operations

Test drive the latest tech and tools designed to help you do more with less—without sacrificing quality or cutting corners.

Join Your Roofing Community

IRE isn't just another trade show—it's where the roofing family reunites. Share stories over coffee, discover solutions you've been searching for, and build relationships that last well beyond the expo floor.

Whether you're a seasoned pro or building your business, you'll find your people here.