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RC's annual survey explores key insights into homeowner roofing preferences, contractor practices and emerging industry trends.

Quarterly Report

ARMA Report: Shingles Popular Despite Interest in Alternative Roofing Materials

Q4 2024 shipment report shows record-breaking shipment numbers for domestic shingles and modified bitumen

February 3, 2025

Asphalt roofing shipments dipped in Q4 2024, continuing a seasonal trend, but the year saw record highs in several categories, including the strongest year for U.S. shingle shipments since 2017 despite growing interest in roofing materials like metal.

January 2025 Product Focus: Asphalt Shingles

January 20, 2025

Asphalt shingles are the top choice for homeowners and contractors alike. Discover how these versatile products offer superior protection, weather resistance, and a range of design options to elevate any roof, all while staying budget-friendly.

Florida is floating the idea of phasing out asphalt shingles through onerous maintenance.

Sustainability and Regulatory

Florida Puts Asphalt Shingles in the Crosshairs

With a burgeoning insurance crisis, the state’s top insurance commissioner floats the idea of abandoning asphalt for alternative materials

Bryan Gottlieb

January 2, 2025

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Florida's top insurance chief urges moving away from using asphalt shingles, citing poor storm durability and advocating resilient alternatives despite higher costs and challenges. What, if anything, does that mean for contractors and homeowners?

Editor's Choice

Innovative Roofing Solutions for 2024: Editor's Choice

See what new tools and innovations entered into the roofing space this year, and are already making a difference for roofing contractors in their markets.

Art Aisner

November 25, 2024

Explore the new tools and technologies helping contractors boost efficiency, operations, and customer care. RC editors have highlighted the most impactful products for 2024 to tackle daily challenges and propel success in various roofing markets.

Manufacturer News

GAF Hiring Leadership Roles for New Kansas Manufacturing Facility

November 22, 2024

Current positions GAF is looking to fill include plant manager, engineering manager, maintenance manager, and finance manager.

Product News

ARMA Shipment Report Shows Continued Trend of Q3 Decreases

Q3 2024 shingle, BUR and modified bitumen shipments drop from the previous quarter

October 29, 2024

Shipment numbers for shingles, BUR and modified bitumen have shrank when comparing the third quarter to Q2 2024, according to the latest report from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association.

A sample of roofing shingles taking extensive damage from hail

Understanding Hail

IBHS' New Hail Data Leads to Better Roofs

The 2024 hail study sets the foundation for improving roofing materials and technology

October 28, 2024

The Insurance Institute of Business & Home Safety conducted a study using hail data to improve the resilience of roofing materials; the aim is to help manufacturers design tougher products.

Manufacturer News

Owens Corning Toasts the 2025 Shingle Color of the Year: Merlot

Shingle color offers on-trend alternative to conventional red

October 25, 2024

Cheers! Owens Corning has revealed its 2025 Shingle Color of the Year as "Merlot," replicating the deep, earthy reds found in wine.

Manufacturer News

IKO Launches New Dynasty Cool Colors Plus Shingle Line

New color options include Dual Brown, Graphite Black, Pebble Grey, Bayshore, and Coastal Sands

October 22, 2024