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Tariffs are a concern for every roofing contractor in the current economy
Strategic Maneuvers

Roofing Tariffs: How to Protect Your Profits

A recent Midwest Roofing Contractors Association webinar offers tips for reducing the impact of tariffs
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 1, 2025
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A recent MRCA webinar explored how roofing contractors can protect profits as Trump’s tariffs drive up material costs, delay projects, and disrupt supply chains.


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Apex Roofing and Restoration says its business margins have grown by 10 to 20 percent since selling FORTIFIED roofing.
Extreme Weather Special Section

How Selling a FORTIFIED Roof Can Boost Profits

COO of Apex Roofing and Restoration shares his company’s experience with FORTIFIED roof sales
Erin-Shields, COO of Apex Roofing and Restoration
Erin Shields
April 28, 2025
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Apex Roofing and Restoration grew margins by up to 20% by selling FORTIFIED Roofs, proving that educating customers on resilience can drive major business success.


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Asset Protection

Amidst Tariff Uncertainty, Asset Security Can’t Take a Backseat

As material prices climb, protecting inventory and capital purchases come to the fore
Jeremy White is the founder of Pro-Vigil.
Jeremy White
April 25, 2025
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As tariff uncertainty swirls, businesses may be at greater risk for theft and vandalism. 


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Protect Your Roofing Business with Trademarks

VIDEO: Roofers Using Trademarks for Cybersecurity

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains the latest on trademarks in roofing and the Corporate Transparency Act.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
April 18, 2025
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In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores how roofing contractors can leverage trademarks to protect to brands.
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Avoiding the Mediocrity Trap of "It's Fine" in Roofing

Don’t settle for less when it comes to your business, as it could cost you jobs, people and your reputation
Ricardo Gonzalez
Ricardo González
April 11, 2025
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Settling for "It's Fine" can lead to unforeseen consequences when it comes to roofing, including your reputation. Ricardo Gonález shows how to avoid the snare of "It's Fine."
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How Roofing Contractors Can Brace for Tariffs

Roofers must incorporate the impact of tariffs into their contracts
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Josh Levy
April 1, 2025
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As the so-called "Liberation Day" approaches and the Trump administration's tariffs are scheduled to take effect April 2, learn what you can do to mitigate the effects the tariffs will have on pricing, labor and more.


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A study by Instant Roofer reveals major roofing issues in U.S. metros, with Detroit, Philadelphia and Los Angeles ranking worst.
Data-Driven

Worst Roofs in America: Data on Leaks, Holes and Sagging

A call to arms for roofing contractors on America's leak crisis
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
March 31, 2025
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A statistical analysis by Instant Roofer shows America’s largest metro areas face severe roofing issues, with Detroit, Philadelphia, and Los Angeles hit hardest. Contractors can seize big repair opportunities.


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Metal tariffs are putting tremendous pressure on contractors.
News Analysis

Metal Fatigue: Tariffs Erode Roofers Confidence as Overhead Increases

Roofing and exterior contractors, among others within the building envelope, are feeling the weight
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
March 24, 2025
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Rising steel and aluminum costs, driven by tariffs and global shifts, are shaking up U.S. construction — especially roofing. Contractors face tough choices: absorb costs, pass them on, or rethink materials.


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Materials prices have increased due to tariffs.
Economic Indicators

Profits Under Pressure As Trump Tariffs See Material Costs Climb

Steel prices rise 4%, softwood increased nearly 3% as tariff impacts begin to appear in the numbers
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
March 18, 2025
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Rising construction costs in early 2025 were fueled by a rush to buy materials before new tariffs took effect, giving domestic producers more pricing power, the Associated Builders and Contractors trade group reports.


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Case Study

Savings by the Truckload

Georgia’s L.E. Schwartz & Sons uses asset management platform to keep rented roofing assets in their place
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
March 17, 2025
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L.E. Schwartz experiences exceptional savings, bolstering their margins thanks to implementing YARDZ, an asset management platform.
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