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President Trump’s trade war is causing real harm to the construction sector, including roofing contractors.

News Analysis

Trade War Fallout: Contractors Are Delaying Projects and Cutting Crews

A new survey by Plant-Tours offers a bleak outlook for 2025, with recession worries looming

April 24, 2025

A new survey by Plant-Tours reveals that 59% of construction pros report increased costs due to tariffs, 52% have delayed or canceled jobs, and 45% have reduced their workforce, all of which are squeezing margins.

FRSA’s annual convention will be held June 4-6 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Fla.

Trade Organization News

FRSA to Host 103rd Annual Convention and Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 22, 2025

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The FRSA’s 103rd Annual Convention and Expo runs June 4-6, 2025, in Kissimmee, Fla., offering 240+ exhibitors, networking, education and events for roofing professionals.

Roofing Industry Q&A: Owens Corning's Gunner Smith

Gunner Smith explains Owens Corning’s position in the market and why adding a 14th shingle plant is an opportunity to enhance the company’s reach

Art Aisner

April 21, 2025

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In this exclusive Q&A, Owens Corning Roofing President Gunner Smith discusses the trends, technology and other factors impacting the roofing industry.

INternational Roofing Expo 2025 Keynote Speaker Reid Ribble

IRE 2025 Keynote

The American Dream isn't Dead, Just Different

Art Aisner

April 14, 2025

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Retired NRCA CEO Reid Ribble took IRE attendees down memory lane to show them that the American dream might feel dead but is very much alive.

Roofing Day 2025 was the most successful lobbying event the NRCA has hosted since before the COVID-19 pandemic.

Legilsative Dispatch

NRCA 'Roofing Day' Lobby Effort Successful Amid Tariff Chaos

Despite the uncertainty, attendee participation was greater than any time before the COVID-19 pandemic

Bryan Gottlieb

April 10, 2025

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Record turnout at the National Roofing Contractors Association's Roofing Day 2025 saw industry pros lobby Congress on tax and labor reforms — amid tariffs that rattled markets and threatened to reshape the political landscape.

Doug Duncan, pictured kicking off Roofing Day 2025 in Washington, D.C. above, was formerly president of Nations Roof Illinois and will now lead RCA’s western portfolio as regional president.

Hiring News

Doug Duncan Joins Roofing Corp of America

One of the industry’s most-respected leaders and current NRCA board chair joins portfolio platform as Regional President

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 10, 2025

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Doug Duncan, former president of Nations Roof Illinois, joins Roofing Corp of America as Regional President, bringing 25-plus years of industry leadership to the role.

Contractor of the Year

¡Inscríbete ahora: Contratista del Año de Techo 2025!

Las inscripciones son gratuitas y deben enviarse en línea antes del 2 de Junio.

Art Aisner

April 7, 2025

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¡Inscríbete ahora: Contratista del Año de Techo 2025! Las inscripciones son gratuitas y deben enviarse en línea antes del 2 de Junio.

5 Bold Predictions for Roofing in 2025

Leaders across the roofing industry weigh in on what lies ahead for the profession with some bold predictions for 2025

Art Aisner

April 4, 2025

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Leaders across the roofing industry weigh in on what lies ahead for the profession with some bold predictions for 2025

Sponsored by Roofle Technologies and Owens Corning

2025 Homeowner Roofing Survey: Tracking the Journey

Study details the customer journey from potential client to satisfaction, emphasizing alignment and misalignment with roofing contractors

Art Aisner

April 1, 2025

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Roofing Contractor’s 2025 nationwide survey reveals how homeowners choose roofing contractors, emphasizing the importance of word-of-mouth, online reviews and price transparency.

IRE 2025

ARMA Celebrates 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards Winners at International Roofing Expo

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 31, 2025

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The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association honored the winners of its 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards at the IRE, spotlighting contractors who created outstanding asphalt roofs.