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Women in Roofing

Celebrating Women in Roofing Distribution

Industry professionals share their experiences and advice on finding success and overcoming odds

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

March 7, 2025

During Women in Construction Week, we highlight women in distribution and the insights they have working in a male-dominated industry.

Distributor News

ABC Supply Co. Inc. Opens Location in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 6, 2025

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ABC Supply has bolstered its presence in the Great Lakes State with a new branch in Sterling Heights, Mich.

Roofing Products

Hyster Launches Expanded Lineup of Electric Forklifts

J230-400XD series available with a range of battery sizes that match combustion engine-like performance

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 5, 2025

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Hystrer's new lineup of high-capacity electric forklifts provide performance and reliability while offering a zero-emission alternative to combustion engines.

Distributor News

ABC Supply to Showcase Solar Solutions at 2025 Intersolar and Energy Storage North America

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 21, 2025

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ABC Supply will showcase its solar distribution services at this year's Intersolar and Energy Storage North America (IESNA) event.

Tando Composites joined the Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation, or IDAC.

Trade Organization News

Tando Composites Joins Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 19, 2025

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Tando Composites has joined the Independent Distributor Alliance Corporation, or IDAC, strengthening its independent distributor network.

State of the Industry

Product, Labor and Sales: What Distributors Need to Know for 2025

Chris Gray

February 12, 2025

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Our latest report dives into what contractors are buying and selling, along with what keeps them up at night. Find out how to best partner with your contractor customers to win in 2025.

2025 State of the Industry Report

State of the Roofing Industry: Key Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities for Contractors

Roofing contractors from around the country identify the opportunities and challenges ahead in 2025.

Chris Gray

Art Aisner

February 10, 2025

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Roofing contractors from around the country participate in RC’s annual research initiative and identify the opportunities and challenges ahead in 2025.

US LBM expands its Michigan footprint with the purchase of Goodrich Brothers.

Acquisition News

US LBM Purchases Michigan's Goodrich Brothers

Building materials distributor further extends footprint in The Wolverine State

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 7, 2025

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US LBM acquired Michigan-based Goodrich Bros., expanding its millwork and manufacturing capabilities.

Distributor News

Beacon Once Again Rejects $11-Billion Buyout from QXO

Beacon board repeats claims QXO's offer undervalues the company while QXO urges Beacon to let shareholders decide

Chris Gray

February 6, 2025

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Beacon's board submitted a unanimous recommendation to its shareholders to reject QXO's offer to acquire all outstanding shares at $124.25 per share in cash.

2025 State of the Roofing Industry Report

Roofing Contractors Continue to Adapt and Keep Sights on Sales in Evolving Marketplace

Art Aisner

Chris Gray

February 5, 2025

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Roofing Contractor's 2025 State of the Industry report data shows roofing contractors remain confident about sales volume and improving technology. However, worries over labor shortages continue as the construction industry struggles to fill open positions.