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Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP)
Founded in 1967, the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) is the trade organization for roofing and related professionals in Virginia. VARP’s mission is to promote the roofing industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia through education and advocacy and to promote high business and ethical standards. VARP is a non-partisan, non-profit organization supported by voluntary membership dues with a broad-based membership including over 130 professional roofing companies.
VARP Ladder Safety Webinar presented by Insure Compliance
Thursday, August 29, 2024, 3 - 3:30 p.m. ET
Via Zoom
Free for Members / $50 Non-Members
Training on the proper selection, inspection, and use of ladders to prevent falls and injuries. OSHA Standard: OSHA 1910.23 outlines the requirements for ladder safety. This training ensures roofers can safely use ladders, a common tool in roofing work. Co-sponsored by VARP and Insure Compliance. This webinar is free for members and $50 for non-members. Zoom link will be emailed to you after you register.
This program qualifies for 1 VARP Accredited Contractor Program credit.
Presented by:
NAT CARROLL is a Senior Risk Management Consultant/Owner with Insure Compliance. Nat believes in creating a better world of safety and implementing green energy technologies. He has a degree in Communication from Arizona State University and experience in Spanish interpreting. He has developed trainings and sales for Insure Compliance since 2011. Nat currently lives in Augusta County, VA with his amazing wife, young son, six adorable dogs, and a mini-pig.
Questions? Contact Heather Greenwell at the VARP office at (804) 442-2522 or email mail@varoofingprofessionals.org.
VARP Webinar: DOL’s New Independent Contractor v Employee Standards – What Roofing Contractors Need to Know
Monday, September 16, 2024, 3 - 4 p.m. ET
Via Zoom
During this one-hour session, Anne Bibeau will provide an overview of what roofing contractors need to know about the new DOL standards regarding independent contractor versus employee status. This presentation meets VARP education standards. (It is not a sales presentation and is non-brand specific and non-proprietary.) Co-sponsored by VARP and Woods Rogers Vandeventer Black PLC. This webinar is free for members and $25 for non-members.
This program qualifies for 1 VARP Accredited Contractor Program credit.
Presented by:
Anne G. Bibeau, Principal at Woods Rogers focuses her practice on labor and employment law, alternative dispute resolution, commercial litigation, tax litigation, and the emerging cannabis industry. She advises clients on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), discrimination and harassment, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), disability law, labor relations, employment agreements, and other labor and employment matters, and conducts workplace investigations. She is an experienced litigator. She also serves as an arbitrator and mediator and is an American Arbitration Association (AAA) Employment Law Arbitrator. She represents businesses in responding to citations from VOSH/OSHA. Anne regularly represents clients in various industries, including federal contractors, construction, maritime, and higher education.
Zoom link will be emailed to you after you register.
Questions? Contact Heather Greenwell at the VARP office at (804) 442-2522 or email mail@varoofingprofessionals.org.
VARP 31st Annual Fall Golf Classic & Steak Dinner
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Williamsburg National
3700 Centerville Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185
Registration includes:
- Golf Shirt
- 18 Holes of Golf
- Refreshments during play
- Putting Contest
- Closest to the Pin Contest
- Longest Drive Contest
- Trophies for Top 3 teams
- Range balls
- Cart
- Boxed lunch
- Steak dinner
VARP is pleased to announce the Summer Convention Special Guest Speaker: Lisa Sprick
Lisa Sprick is president of Sprick Roofing Co. Inc., Corvallis, Oregon, a family-owned business established in 1952 that she joined in 1990. The company installs low- and steep-slope roof systems on commercial and residential buildings.
An active NRCA member since 1996, Sprick’s service to the association has included serving two terms on the Executive Committee and three terms on the board of directors. She has chaired numerous NRCA committees, including Career Path, Enterprise Risk Management, Executive Management Institute, Future Executives Institute, the Insurance Board of Governors, NRCA University, Residential Contractor Management, Steep Slope Technical and Workforce Solutions.
Sprick also has served on several task forces, including Asphalt Shingle Repair Manual, OSHA Residential Fall Protection and Strategic Plan Review, and she has testified before Congress on behalf of the roofing industry’s interests.
Sprick has facilitated and presented at a variety of conferences during the past 25 years covering business management, technical roofing installations and safety topics. Lisa’s article “Is the customer always right?” was published in Professional Roofing Magazine: https://www.professionalroofing.net/Articles/Is-the-customer-always-right--04-01-2017/3997.
Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from this industry leader! Visit the Summer Convention webpage and register today!
Reserve your room now for VARP’s 56th Annual Summer Convention, August 2-4, at Delta Hotels by Marriott Virginia Beach Bayfront Suites. The Delta will sell out by the time of our event.
Book now to ensure you get a room at this nice, new, all-suite hotel on the bay.
Workforce Development
VARP is committed to promoting the value and opportunities of a career in the roofing industry.
Our Workforce Development Committee is focused on promoting roofing careers to high school students, building alliances with individual and partner organizations to grow and strengthen the roofing workforce, and aiding in the development of a skilled workforce by promoting, facilitating, and partnering for the delivery of education and training.
Below is a video promoting roofing careers produced through a partnership with VARP and Henrico County’s Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program.
Who is Eligible for Membership?
Roofing Professionals
Contractors, Suppliers, Manufacturers & Reps, Engineers, Consultants, or anyone that manufactures and/or sells roofing and waterproofing products and/or services shall be eligible for membership upon application submission and payment of dues as provided in the By-Laws.
Industry Associates
Any person, firm or corporation not otherwise eligible for membership as a Roofing Professional shall be eligible for Associate membership, with no voting privileges. They can become eligible for membership upon written application submission and payment of dues.
If you have any questions about membership eligibility, please contact the VARP office at (804) 442-2522.
Benefits
Professional Resources
Recognized Standard of Excellence: All Association members are vetted by the Board of Directors before they can join the organization. VARP membership conveys professionalism.
Professional Development (Mentoring): Opportunities to exchange ideas and information through networking at meetings and conferences with a diverse group of members.
Professional Business Resources: Clearinghouse of associated professional business services, including insurance contacts (liability, workers comp, health), financial planners and attorneys.
Online Membership Directory: The Association’s Member Directory of all members in good standing, available on-line.
Advocacy
Representation: A single, strong voice at the state level seeking more favorable laws and regulations for those in the roofing profession.
Education & Training
Technical Training and Education: Programs tailored to meet the current needs of the membership.
Safety programs including Fall Protection and Torch Safety classes.
Roofer Training Program - VARP administers a ProCert prep class for roofing employees at Tidewater Community College with plans to expand statewide in the near future.
Networking
Annual Summer Convention: The Annual Summer Convention allows members and guests to enjoy a family-oriented convention each Summer. Attendees have the opportunity to exchange ideas and information through networking, socializing with old and new friends and enjoying the many recreational activities and social events with their families…
Become A VARP Accredited Contractor 
The Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals, Inc. (VARP) is proud to offer the designation of VARP Accredited Roofing Contractor*. If a contractor has received the designation of VARP Accredited Roofing Contractor, it means that VARP has determined that the contractor meets accreditation standards that include a commitment to standards of honest and fair dealing, excellence, continuing education and safety.
Contracting companies based in Virginia that meet the following standards and complete all application requirements will be accredited as a VARP Accredited Roofing Contractor by the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals. To be accredited by VARP as a VARP Accredited Roofing Contractor, an applicant must abide by the following standards of the Better Business Bureau:
- Build Trust: Establish and maintain a positive track record in the marketplace.
- Advertise Honestly: Adhere to established standards of advertising and selling.
- Tell the Truth: Honestly represent products and services, including clear and adequate disclosures of all material terms.
- Safeguard Privacy: Protect any data collected against mishandling and fraud, collect personal information only as needed, and respect the preferences of customers regarding the use of this information.
- Be Transparent: Openly identify the nature, location and ownership of the business, and clearly disclose all policies, guarantees and procedures that bear on a customer’s decision to buy.
- Honor Promises: Abide by all written agreements and verbal representations.
- Be Responsive: Address marketplace disputes quickly, professionally and in good faith.
- Embody Integrity: Approach all business dealings, marketplace transactions and commitments with integrity.
