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Articles Tagged with ''data''

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Can Gen Z Save the Skilled Trades?

Roofing’s Future Depends on Winning Over Gen Z

Part 1 of a 2-part series
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Tanja Kern
October 21, 2025
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Roofing firms face a growing labor shortage as older workers retire. Can Gen Z, wary of college debt but skeptical of trade jobs, be convinced to climb the ladder?


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U.S. Commercial Construction Backlogs Stay Strong Despite Shutdown

Private indicators reveal mixed trends across sectors
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Tanja Kern
October 15, 2025
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Commercial construction contractors are ending 2025 with stable backlogs and measured optimism. With the federal shutdown halting official economic data, private indicators point to steady activity but uneven growth across sectors heading into 2026.


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CLIMIT, StructureCloud Partnership Boosts Jobsite Visibility

Contractors gain remote access to key environmental metrics for better project planning
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Roofing Contractor Staff
October 13, 2025
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The collaboration provides contractors with real-time visibility into critical environmental factors, such as temperature, humidity, dew point, and light, directly within the platform.



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Prioritizing Repairs Over Replacements

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
Chris Gray
September 15, 2025
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Roof replacements may pay more, but new data suggests repair work could boost profits, customer trust, and efficiency in today’s roofing market.


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Gecko, NAES Introduce StratoSight AI-Powered Roofing Assessments

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Roofing Contractor Staff
September 3, 2025
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AI and robotics company Gecko and NAES Corporation have launched StratoSight, an AI-powered inspection platform using drones to determine the status of roofs and rooftop equipment.


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Labor Survey

Labor Shortages Mount Under Tariffs, Immigration Crackdown

AGC/NCCER report cites labor shortages, delays, and rising costs, urging more training funds and lawful immigration pathways
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Tanja Kern
August 30, 2025
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A new industry survey finds 92% of construction firms face hiring challenges, leading to delays, higher costs, and renewed calls for workforce and immigration reforms.


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News Analysis

Construction Surge Doesn't Boost Roofing Demand

Despite Dodge data showing $1.33 trillion in construction starts, roofing industry faces declining shipments and cautious distributor sentiment
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Tanja Kern
August 4, 2025
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Construction projects are starting at the fastest pace in months, but roofing suppliers report a demand drop, and distributors are destocking inventory.


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Manufacturer News

U.S. Asphalt Roofing Shipments Decline as Canada Experiences 24% Growth

The data suggests ongoing challenges in the U.S. construction and renovation markets
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Tanja Kern
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 24, 2025
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U.S. asphalt shingle shipments fell 4.3% in Q2 2025 while Canada surged 24% year-to-date, revealing divergent North American roofing markets amid construction challenges.


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AccuLynx Unveils New Enterprise Roofing Analytics Solution

DataMart creates centralized repository of relevant data to make it actionable
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Roofing Contractor Staff
July 24, 2025
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AccuLynx's DataMart provides a centralized repository for key operational data, including sales, project management, labor, orders, payments, customer relationship management, and financial performance, making it easier for contractors to utilize the data.


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Technology News

A New Houzz Report Says AI Can Save Construction Pros $170K

AI innovation in construction and design creates a competitive advantage for pros who adopt it.
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Tanja Kern
July 22, 2025
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With more than 90% of construction professionals using AI without formal training, the industry's skills gap may soon separate the competitive winners from those left behind as the technology becomes increasingly sophisticated.



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