PVC continues to be a fast-growing single-ply roofing category, driven in part by expansion in data centers, cold storage, and other mission-critical facilities.
State directors at IRE 2026 highlight how SkillsUSA is building the next generation of skilled trade professionals—from roofing to welding—and why contractors should take notice.
Selected through both industry-wide voting and expert evaluation, this year’s winners represent products that are elevating performance, improving safety, increasing efficiency and setting new industry benchmarks.
Craftsmanship, care to detail, and an emotional connection to a roofing project result in a 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Award for Portland roofer.