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New Products

CertainTeed Adds Dark Colors to Landmark Solaris Line

Landmark Solaris asphalt shingles combine solar-reflective performance, impact resistance, and expanded color offerings designed to meet cool roof requirements.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 1, 2026

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New shingle colors expand cool roof options for sunny regions.

New Products

Owens Corning Relaunches Woodcrest & Woodmoor Shingle Collection

This premium shingle collection is engineered with a rugged shape and more color options than natural wood

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 28, 2026

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Premium, wood-shake-inspired shingles return with enhanced durability, bolder dimension, and expanded color options for Western and Mountain region homes.

Roofing Awards

ARMA Announces 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Award Winners

Roofing contractors were honored for their craftsmanship, care to detail, and creative use of asphalt in projects judged by industry experts.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 28, 2026

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Check out who took home the hardware from ARMA for outstanding asphalt roofing projects of the year.

IRE 2026

Owens Corning Brings ‘More Than Just a Roof’ to Life at IRE 2026

The company showcases how roofing today intersects with design, performance, education, and business growth.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2026

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The company showcases how roofing today intersects with design, performance, education, and business growth.

Company Spotlight sponsored by GAF

Unrivaled beauty that demands a second look

Timberline HDZ® Shingles always make a great first impression.

January 12, 2026

Built without compromise, Timberline HDZ^® Shingles offer industry-first technologies and powerful warranties. Plus, they now offer the new Bold Definition color collection, delivering unrivaled beauty that demands a second look.

New Products

GAF Expands Timberline HDZ Shingles With New Bold Definition Color Collection

Four new high-contrast colors build on Timberline HDZ’s performance features and warranty options, with a debut planned for IRE 2026.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 9, 2026

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Four new high-contrast colors build on Timberline HDZ’s performance features and warranty options, with a debut planned for IRE 2026.

2026 State of the Roofing Industry Report

Annual report uncovers what’s driving contractor confidence, where pain points persist, and how technology and product trends are shaping the year ahead

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Chris Gray

January 5, 2026

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Despite economic turbulence, shifting regulations, workforce challenges and the rise of AI, roofing contractors are showing resilience. RC’s State of the Industry Report explores what contractors can expect next and where the industry is headed.

Roof Rejuvenation

Guaranteed Roof Extends Shingle Life, Cuts Waste

Guaranteed Roof’s Eco-Restoration Program extends shingle life and prevents tons of C&D debris from entering Georgia landfills

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 20, 2025

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Guaranteed Roof reports environmental gains from its Roof Maxx rejuvenation treatment, helping homeowners save money while dramatically reducing roofing debris statewide.

Roof Colors

Owens Corning Unveils 2026 Shingle Color: Evergreen Mist

New designer shades, including Gray Tweed and Mountain Pine, expand roofing options with beauty and performance

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 3, 2025

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Owens Corning names “Evergreen Mist” its 2026 Shingle Color of the Year, joined by Gray Tweed and Mountain Pine in the TruDefinition Designer line.

a rendering of the new Prattville, Ala., plant

Business Expansion

Owens Corning Picks Alabama for New Shingle Plant

Prattville plant to produce 6M squares of shingles annually with advanced automation

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 19, 2025

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Owens Corning will build a new shingle plant in Prattville, Ala., boosting capacity, adding 100 jobs, and enhancing service across its U.S. roofing network.