Yes. Membership operates on a calendar year basis from 1 January to 31 December. 

Invoices are issued ahead of the new membership year. 

Yes. If you join part way through the year, your membership fee will be calculated on a pro rata basis for the remaining months of that calendar year. 

Membership cancellations must be submitted in writing. 

If notice is received before 1 October, please contact the Accounts team directly to discuss your position. 

If notice is received after 1 October, renewal invoices for the following year may already have been raised. 

We recommend contacting the office as early as possible if you are considering cancelling. 

For cancellation enquiries, please email: accounts@tica.uk.com 

Invoices are typically issued ahead of the new membership year to allow sufficient time for processing and payment. 

If you have any invoice queries, please contact the Accounts team. 

Membership fees are due by 31 January each year. 

Failure to pay by this date means your company is technically in breach of the Articles of Association. 

If payment has not been received by the end of February, your membership will be suspended until payment is received. 

Late payment may affect your membership status and associated benefits, including voting eligibility. 

If you are experiencing difficulty, please contact the office as early as possible. 

Yes. Every member company is guaranteed a minimum of one seat at the Annual General Meeting if they wish to attend. 

Additional places may be available depending on venue capacity.

Yes. All eligible member companies receive one vote at the AGM. 

This ensures members can influence the direction, governance and future priorities of TICA or ACAD. 

Yes. Members are required to submit certain documentation annually ahead of the AGM. 

This ensures: 

• Recordsremainaccurate 
  • Governance requirements are met 
  • Voting eligibility is confirmed 

Members will be contacted directly each year with full instructions. 

WellPlan is TICA and ACAD’s structured compliance and quality assurance system. 

It ensures member companies: 

• Operatesafely and responsibly 
  • Maintain up-to-date policies and procedures 
  • Meet recognised industry standards 
  • Demonstrate competence to clients 

WellPlan strengthens your credibility during tendering and reassures clients that your business meets consistent standards. 

WellPlan involves the submission and ongoing maintenance of company documentation, which may include: 

• Health and safety policies
  • Training and competence records
  • Insurance documentation 
  • Compliance procedures 

Members are required to keep documentation up to date as part of continued membership. 

A Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) is used by clients and principal contractors to assess whether a company is suitable to tender for work. 

It typically covers: 

• Health and safety
  • Financial standing
  • Technical competence 
  • Insurance 
  • Policies and procedures 

Membership supports your ability to complete PQQs by demonstrating recognised standards and structured compliance. 

The Common Assessment Standard (CAS) is a unified pre-qualification framework used across the construction sector. 

It standardises the questions contractors must answer during the pre-qualification process, reducing duplication and simplifying tender submissions. 

Many clients now require CAS alignment as part of their supply chain requirements. 

TICA membership is open to companies involved in: 

• Thermal insulation
  • Industrial insulation
  • HVAC insulation 
  • Associated sheet metal cladding 

TICA also welcomes Associate Members, including: 

• Manufacturers
  • Distributors
  • Suppliers 
  • Agencies 
  • Service providers connected to the industry 

All applicants must complete the membership process and meet the required standards for their category.

Yes. TICA membership demonstrates: 

• Commitment to industry standards
  • Structured compliance through WellPlan
  • Competence aligned to recognised skill routes 

This strengthens your position during tender and pre-qualification processes. 

If your company only undertakes Non-Licensed Asbestos Removal, you would typically apply as an Associate Member. 

ACAD offers different membership categories depending on the scope of work undertaken. 

Please contact the ACAD team directly so we can advise on the most appropriate membership route for your business. 

If your company undertakes licensed asbestos removal, you must be a Full Licensed Contractor Member of ACAD. 

Membership requirements will depend on the type and scale of work your company undertakes. 

The ACAD team can guide you through the correct category and associated compliance requirements.

If you’re unsure whether taking on an apprentice is right for your business, visit our Employer (Apprentice) FAQ page. 

It covers eligibility, funding, costs, recruitment support and the apprenticeship process in detail. 

You can use our Membership Calculator to estimate your annual membership cost based on your company size and category.