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VIDEO: Prioritizing Repairs over Replacements? itel Weighs In

Data shows most roofs are repairable, but is it worth raising rates to perform repairs?

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

September 15, 2025

Roof replacements may pay more, but new data suggests repair work could boost profits, customer trust, and efficiency in today’s roofing market.

2025 Storm Season

Forecasts Reduced for Named Storms, Hurricanes After Mid-Season Lull

Number has ticked down to 16, but severe weather still in the forecast

Chris Gray

September 11, 2025

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The number of named storms and hurricanes predicted for this year has been reduced, but roofing contractors will still want to stay alert, as disastrous storms may yet form like they did in 2024.

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Event News

PHOTO GALLERY: Win The Storm 2025

Jill Bloom

Chris Gray

September 1, 2025

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Win The Storm 2025 brought more than 2,000 pros together in Dallas with 200 speakers, a Latino Lounge debut, and plenty of networking. See some of the highlights in our photo gallery.

Philanthropy News

Polyglass and Partners Provide Storm-Ready Roof for Gold Star Family

Polyglass and partners provide storm-ready roof for Gold Star family

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 29, 2025

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Polyglass, DH2, SPEC, and Brandon Roofing teamed up to gift a storm-resilient roof to a Gold Star family in Florida, honoring their fallen Army Ranger and strengthening community ties.

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Roofing Events

Win the Storm 2025: Restoring Roofer Pride

Keynote Charlie Kirk tells roofers that building America’s future depends on building up the next generation of skilled workers.

Jill Bloom

August 28, 2025

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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reports how the buzz and energy circulating from the show floor was infectious in Dallas.

Franchise Development

Storm Guard Relaunches Franchise Growth Initiative

Exterior restoration franchise targets five new locations in key markets while strengthening leadership and community programs

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 20, 2025

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Exterior restoration franchise Storm Guard plans five new locations in key markets while strengthening franchisee support and community initiatives.

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FORTIFIED Roofing

Louisiana's FORTIFIED Revolution 20 Years After Katrina

How a new generation of hurricane-resistant construction is transforming home resilience and stabilizing Louisiana's insurance market

Tanja Kern

August 11, 2025

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Twenty years after Katrina, Louisiana families are getting homes that can survive hurricanes. FORTIFIED standards cut storm damage 70%—and adoption is surging.

Extreme Weather

FEMA Grants Disaster Relief for Michigan Ice Storm Victims

Additional federal designations may be made pending further damage assessments

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 25, 2025

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Federal disaster funds approved for 13 Michigan counties hit by March ice storm that left thousands without power and caused widespread roof damage from falling trees.