Originally Published as: Western Roofing Expo Returns To Paris Las Vegas Sept. 27-29
Hosted by the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) and recognized as the premier regional roofing and waterproofing event in the United States, the Western Roofing Expo 2026 features a two-day trade show, 28 educational seminars, keynote luncheons and other special events, live product demonstrations every hour on the exhibit floor, and unmatched peer-to-peer networking opportunities.
Join roofing contractors, consultants, architects, manufacturers, distributors, and industry professionals from across the western United States from September 27-29, 2026, at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino.
Seminars & Events
This year’s educational program features expert-led sessions covering technical roofing topics, business operations, warranties, safety, code updates, and industry trends. Attendees can earn valuable AIA and IIBEC continuing education credits while learning from some of the industry’s most respected professionals. Featured sessions include:
• Forty Years of Single-Ply Roofing Evolution: Performance, Design and Longevity
• Design Warranty vs. Manufacturer’s Warranty: Navigating Roofing Obligations
• Fall Protection, Heat and Human Nature: Why Good Roofers Still Get Hurt
• History of Roofing: How the Industry Was Built
• Designing Durable Cold-Climate Roofs Across the Western U.S.
• Year in Review: Legislative and Regulatory Issues Impacting the Roofing Industry
• I-Codes Updates: Key Changes from the 2024 to 2027 Editions
Beyond the classroom, attendees can experience:
• The Roofing Games™ Shingling Competition
• RoofersCoffeeShop® Sound Stage Live Events
• National Women in Roofing (NWIR) Table Talks Breakfast
• Davis Memorial Foundation Welcome Event & Live Auction
• Bob Porter Golf Tournament
• Sporting Clays Tournament
• Keynote Luncheons and Industry Networking Events
IIBEC – Region V – Education Day
Join IIBEC on Wednesday, September 30, from 9:00a.m. to 2:30p.m. for two presentations designed to elevate your expertise in the building enclosure industry. Kick off the day with
• Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals, Part of IIBEC’s Roofing Practice Series; this comprehensive course, covering everything from design and installation to inspection and maintenance, is ideal for both current professionals and those entering the field.
Then, stay ahead of industry standards with
• Changes to the I-Codes from the 2024 to the 2027 Editions; highlighting key updates to the International Building Code and International Energy Conservation Code you need to know.
Roof Assemblies: Fundamentals has been approved for 3.0 IIBEC CEHs. This session has been submitted for 3.0 AIA CES for approval.
Changes to the I-Codes from the 2024 to the 2027 Editions has been approved for 1.5 IIBEC CEHs. This session has been submitted for 1.5 AIA CES for approval. (Price: $295.00 IIBEC Member/$450.00 Non-member.)
Western Roofing En Español
WSRCA is proud to continue the growth of Western Roofing En Español, a dedicated educational track designed specifically for Spanish-speaking roofing professionals. This program provides valuable business, leadership, sales, and operational training presented entirely in Spanish, helping attendees gain practical knowledge they can immediately apply to their companies.
Sponsored by Techos y Más, the 2026 program features four educational seminars:
• De Contratar Rápido a Contratar Bien: Cómo Construir un Equipo Ganador de Techadores (From Hiring Fast to Hiring Right: How to Build a Winning Roofing Team)
• Los 3 Pilares Para Escalar Tu Negocio de Techado (The 3 Pillars to Scale Your Roofing Business)
• El Costo de la Desconexión: Cómo Las Fallas Después del Contrato Hacen Perder Confianza y Dinero (The Cost of Disconnection: How Post-Sale Breakdowns Cost Trust and Revenue)
• Uso de la IA y la Tecnología Para Construir Sistemas en Su Negocio de Techado (Using AI and Technology to Build Systems in Your Roofing Business)
Plus two Spanish Lunch-and-Learn Sessions: Deja de Regalar tu Dinero: El Arte de Maximizar tus Reclamos Comerciales (Stop Giving Away Your Money: The Art of Maximizing Your Commercial Claims), sponsored by GAF & SRS Distribution. And CertainTeed – Bueno, Mejor, Superior (CertainTeed – Good, Better, Best), sponsored by CertainTeed.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from industry experts, connect with fellow roofing professionals, and strengthen your business through education presented entirely in Spanish.
Exhibit Floor
Connect and engage with more than 190 leading manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers on the exhibit floor. Discover the latest products, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of the roofing and waterproofing industry. Don’t miss the live product demonstrations taking place throughout the show, and best of all, roofing contractors can attend the exhibit floor free of charge on both days.
Enjoy Your Stay
WSRCA has secured room rates at the Paris Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood, and Horseshoe starting at just $118 per night. Stay close to all the action at the Western Roofing Expo and enjoy the modern Las Vegas experience. Learn more and register online at www.westernroofingexpo.com.
