A robust roofing market that looked ready to rebound from a sluggish post-pandemic recovery continues to face supply line challenges and delays forced by scarce materials. Roofing contractors already grappling with recruiting and retention problems are also dealing with escalating costs, increasing government regulation and scrutiny; and customers that demand high-quality service while providing creative solutions in real time.
Worker health-and-safety concerns and an uncertain economy still weigh down on the industry; however, roofing contractors continue to show resolve, creativity and the optimism to find opportunities to grow. That’s not easy to do in the environment laid out above. Neither is excelling or standing out in their respective markets, yet every year it seems more and more contractors are up for the challenge.