National Federation of Roofing Contractors

Roofing · Roofing trade association

The National Federation of Roofing Contractors is a roofing trade association. Its contractor membership is assessed, but it is separate from the NFRC Competent Person Scheme used for qualifying roof refurbishment notification.

Checked November 2026Official sources below.

What it covers and whether it is required

Membership is voluntary. It does not automatically authorise self-certification or mean that every roof project has an insurance-backed guarantee.

Joining requirements and costs

NFRC describes an office and site audit before contractor membership, with ongoing compliance against its Code of Practice. Supplier and service-provider categories have different purposes. Apply under the correct category and confirm insurance, financial and technical evidence requirements.

Check the current fees with National Federation of Roofing Contractors before applying. Ask whether the quotation includes application, assessment, renewal and any per-job charges. Use published fees or ask for a written quotation.

What it means for homeowners

Use NFRC’s member search and check the contractor’s roofing disciplines. Ask separately whether the business is registered for competent person self-certification and whether the work carries a specified guarantee. Membership alone does not settle either question.

How to check a claim

Official member, card or certificate check: National Federation of Roofing Contractors.

Match the record to the named person or contracting business. Check the current scope, not just a logo on a van or an old certificate. If the public record does not show the detail you need, ask the body to confirm it before appointing the business.

Where the scheme applies

UK roofing industry. Self-certification and other certification services have their own approved territorial scope.

Common questions

Does NFRC trade membership include automatic competent person registration?

No. The trade association and competent person scheme are separate. The scheme’s joining guidance asks NFRC members to apply separately.

How do I check National Federation of Roofing Contractors status?

Use the official verification service linked in this guide. Match the person or legal business name, current status and relevant work category. For a guarantee, check the document issued for your contract as well.

Official sources

Sources checked November 2026. Scheme rules can change; confirm current requirements before applying or signing a contract.