United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers

Name

United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers

Legal name

United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers

Website

https://unionroofers.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1903

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Labor Union Services

NAICS

Roofing Contractors (23816), Roofing Contractors (238160)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700)

akta.pro primary industry

Building Envelope & Weatherproofing (Roofing/Waterproofing/Gutters) (IMAIABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Roofing (EDAOAAAD), Roof Coating, Sealing & Waterproofing (HSAGAKAG)

Keywords

• Labor union services
• Roofing apprenticeship training
• Construction trade union
• Collective bargaining representation
• Multi-employer pension benefits

Headquarters

HQ city

Washington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: The union generates revenue through membership dues collected from members. These dues fund union operations, benefits administration, political action, and member services.
2. Employer Contributions to Benefit Funds: Employers signatory to collective bargaining agreements contribute to multi-employer health and welfare funds and pension plans on behalf of union members.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers is a labor union representing skilled tradesworkers who apply roofing and waterproofing systems (built-up, single-ply, modified bitumen, vegetative/solar roofs, structural waterproofing, steep-sloped roofing, air barriers, building envelopes). It provides collective bargaining representation, 3-5 year apprenticeship training, multi-employer pension and health benefits, safety training, and member services across the United States through eight District Councils and local union offices.

Product overview

The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers is a labor union offering a comprehensive suite of member services organized around its core representation mission. The union provides retirement security through two pension vehicles: the NRIPP (defined benefit plan providing monthly retirement checks to around 9,000 retirees as of 2021) and the NRISPP (defined contribution supplement). Health coverage flows through the National Roofers Union and Employers Joint Health and Welfare Fund. Training and development is anchored by apprenticeship programs (3-5 year duration), the Research and Education Trust Fund, and the National Instructor Training Program launched in 2021. Additional benefits include emergency response services, scholarship programs (including Franklin University U-Learn and union-wide $6,000 scholarships), TruHearing hearing care, Union Sportsmen's Alliance membership, Union Plus discount programs, Backbone Coffee discounts (25%), and Red Roof Hotels discounts (20%). The union also publishes The Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer quarterly magazine and operates the RoofersTRC.com training resource center. Political advocacy is supported through the RPELF fund. This is not a technology product platform but a traditional labor union service organization.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• NRIPP: National Roofing Industry Pension Plan - provides retirement benefits to union roofers
• NRISPP
• National Roofers Union and Employers Joint Health and Welfare Fund
• RPELF
• The Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer

Products and services

• United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers (Roofers Union) A labor union representing members who apply all types of roofing and waterproofing systems, including low-sloped roofing systems (vegetative and solar photovoltaic roofs), structural waterproofing, steep-sloped roofing systems, air barrier applications, and building envelopes.
• National Roofing Industry Pension Plan (NRIPP) A defined benefit pension plan providing monthly retirement checks, disability benefits, and death benefits for eligible members and their families, with approximately 14,000 active roofing industry employees and 9,000 retirees covered as of January 1, 2021.
• National Roofing Industry Supplemental Pension Plan (NRISPP) A qualified defined contribution plan that supplements NRIPP monthly benefits, with account balances exceeding $134 million as of December 31, 2020, covering more than 8,400 participants.
• National Roofers Union and Employers Joint Health and Welfare Fund A self-funded multi-employer health benefits program providing medical benefits, prescription drug coverage, dental benefits, vision benefits, weekly disability income, and life and AD&D benefits for members and their families.
• Roofers & Waterproofers Research and Education Joint Trust Fund A jointly administered labor-management trust providing training programs, safety and health training materials, foreman training, and the National Instructor Training Program.
• Apprenticeship Programs Joint labor-management apprenticeship programs typically running 3-5 years, teaching practical and technical aspects of roofing and waterproofing trade with on-the-job training and classroom instruction.
• National Instructor Training Program The first of its kind training program for the industry, launched in 2021, developed to properly train roofers and waterproofers through a 5-year curriculum delivered across the nationwide network of training facilities.
• RoofersTRC.com Training Resource Center Online training resource center providing safety and health training materials, toolbox talks, hazard alert cards, and curriculum downloads for instructors and apprenticeship programs.
• Emergency Response Team (ERT) A team available to assist members, their families, and coworkers in the event of a catastrophic accident on the jobsite, reachable at (833) 499-0153.
• United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers Scholarship Program A scholarship program awarding three $6,000 one-time scholarships to union members and their eligible family members for use at accredited colleges and universities.
• Roofers Political Education and Legislative Fund (RPELF) A fund providing financial support to local unions for use in supporting candidates sympathetic to labor's views in local and state elections.
• The Journeyman Roofer & Waterproofer Magazine Quarterly publication covering news from district councils, safety and health updates, apprenticeship information, pension plan updates, local union activities, and member spotlights.
• Union Sportsmen's Alliance Membership No-cost membership for union members providing access to outdoor recreation conservation efforts and volunteer activities for union hunters and fishing enthusiasts.
• TruHearing Benefit Access to high-quality hearing care at reduced transparent prices, including free exams, follow-up visits, and A-rated hearing aids for members and their families.
• Roofers Union College Benefit (EBS Partnership) Access to over 150 online degree programs at discounted tuition rates through Employee Benefit Systems, offering associate through doctoral degrees with 100% online courses.
• Franklin University U-Learn Scholarship Full-ride scholarship opportunity for one member or family member to earn a free associate or bachelor's degree through Franklin University's flexible online program.
• Union Labor Life Insurance Company Supplemental Insurance Supplemental Term Life, Whole Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Hospital Expense Protection insurance products for members, retirees, and their families.
• Union Plus Benefits Discounted consumer services including low-interest MasterCard, free and discounted legal services, competitive loan program, mail-order prescription drugs, and discounts on rental cars, flowers, and theme parks.
• Backbone Coffee Discount Program A 25% discount for union members on Backbone Coffee products with no minimum purchase required.
• Red Roof Hotels Discount A 20% discount off Best Available Rate at 700+ Red Roof Hotels locations across the country for traveling members.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $1 billion in pension benefits paid to retirees since 1966
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Backbone Coffee CompanyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 July 2026Partnership providing 25% discount for union members on coffee products. Offer good through September 30, 2026 with no minimum purchase required. Use code R&W2026 at backbonecoffee.com.
• DeWaltminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 July 2026Tools partner providing prizes for National Apprenticeship Competition. Deep discounts on DeWalt tools exclusively for Roofers & Waterproofers members.
• Red Roof HotelsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 June 2026Member benefit providing 20% discount off Best Available Rate at 700+ locations nationwide. Helps reduce per diem expenses for traveling members.
• Franklin UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 March 2026U-Learn Scholarship partnership offering full-ride scholarship for one member or family member. Partnership with Employee Benefit Systems Inc. offers access to over 150 online degree programs at discounted tuition rates. Part of 10-year extension with Washtenaw Community College through 2035.
• Washtenaw Community CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 March 2026Partnership allowing union members to earn associate degrees through apprenticeship. First graduate Geof McSween earned Industrial Training associate degree and Construction Supervision certificate. 10-year partnership extension signed through 2035.
• Employee Benefit Systems Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 March 2026Partnership powering the Roofers Union College Benefit program, offering over 150 online degree programs at deeply discounted tuition rates for union members and families.
• TruHearingminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 13 November 2025Member benefit providing access to high-quality hearing care at reduced transparent prices. Includes free exams, follow-up visits, and top-tier A-rated hearing aids.
• Union Sportsmen's AllianceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNo-cost membership available to Roofers Union members. Works to unite union sportsmen and women to conserve wildlife habitat and volunteer time for outdoor recreation access projects.
• Union PlusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember benefits program offering low-interest MasterCard, free/discounted legal services, competitive loan program, mail-order prescription drugs, rental car discounts, flower discounts, and theme park admissions.
• Union Labor Life Insurance CompanyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSupplemental Life, Accident and Hospital Insurance for members, retirees and families. Includes Term Life, Whole Life, AD&D, and Hospital Expense Protection.
• American Income LifeminorGTM or Marketing Partner100% union insurance company dedicated to working families since 1951. Provides no-cost programs including Group AD&D benefit and health services discount program.
• Helmets to HardhatscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProgram dedicated to helping National Guard, Reserve, retired and transitioning active-duty military members connect to quality career and training opportunities in construction. Union strongly recommends all local unions and JATCs register with the program.
• CPWRcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction safety organization partnering with union on heat illness prevention webinars and safety training. Develops resources for creating healthier, safer jobsites.
• Chicago Women in TradesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerResource organization for women interested in nontraditional trades. Referenced as resource for women in roofing.
• Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerResource organization for women in trades. Referenced as resource for women in roofing.
• North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAffiliated organization representing construction unions. Union participates in NABTU initiatives including Trades Women Build Nations conference and legislative conferences. NABTU President Sean McGarvey speaks at union conventions.
• Joint Roofing Industry Labor and Management CommitteecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFormalized partnership between union and management partners formed in 1996. Seven contractors and seven union representatives address safety training, recruitment, marketing, and industry cooperation.
• Habitat for HumanityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerApprenticeship programs incorporate volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity, providing hands-on experience while benefiting communities.
• Rebuilding TogetherminorGTM or Marketing PartnerApprenticeship programs regularly incorporate volunteer work assisting Rebuilding Together, providing community service and training experience.
• Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention (CIASP)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRaising awareness about suicide risk in construction industry and providing prevention resources to create zero-suicide industry. Partnership includes suicide prevention week events at local unions.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• International Association of Heat and Frost Insulators and Allied Workers: National NABTU-affiliated union for mechanical insulation workers. Comparable as a peer construction trade union with similar apprenticeship and multi-employer benefit fund structure, sometimes co-located on roofing/waterproofing scopes.
• International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT): A national NABTU-affiliated trade union covering painters, drywall finishers, glaziers, and waterproofing workers. Highly comparable given the direct overlap on waterproofing scopes and the same multi-employer benefit fund / apprenticeship model.
• Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA): One of the largest NABTU-affiliated construction trades unions, covering laborers across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure construction. Comparable as a peer construction trade union with apprenticeship programs, multi-employer funds, and national bargaining reach.
• International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC): National NABTU-affiliated trade union for bricklayers, stone masons, and allied craftworkers. Comparable as a peer construction trade union with multi-employer funds, apprenticeship programs, and overlapping commercial construction contractors.
• Operative Plasterers' and Cement Masons' International Association (OPCMIA): National NABTU-affiliated union for plasterers and cement masons. Comparable as a peer construction trade union with similar apprenticeship model, joint labor-management programs, and multi-employer benefit funds.
• International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW): A national NABTU-affiliated union representing electricians across construction, utilities, and telecommunications. Comparable as a peer trade union with multi-employer pension/health funds, apprenticeship programs, and Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committees (JATCs).
• Iron Workers International: National NABTU-affiliated trade union for ironworkers, often working on the same commercial and industrial projects as union roofers. Comparable as a peer construction trade union with regional training centers, apprenticeship programs, and multi-employer pension/health funds.
• United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America: A large national building trades union representing carpenters across residential, commercial, and industrial construction. Comparable as a fellow NABTU-affiliated construction trade union with state/regional councils, apprenticeship programs, multi-employer benefit funds, and shared political/legislative infrastructure.
• Sheet Metal Workers International Association (SMART): National union representing sheet metal workers, with substantial overlap in commercial roofing and architectural sheet metal work. Comparable as a NABTU peer with similar apprenticeship, training, and benefits infrastructure.
• International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE): National NABTU-affiliated union representing heavy equipment operators and surveyors in construction. Comparable as a peer national trade union with apprenticeship programs, multi-employer benefit funds, and joint training initiatives.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/roofersunion
• Facebookfacebook.com/unionroofers
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/united-union-of-roofers-waterproofers-&-allied-workers
• Instagraminstagram.com/roofersunion

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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