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Contractor Profile

Former NFL Wide Receiver Starts New Chapter in Roofing in N.C.

Damiere Byrd begins new career as owner of Bumble Roofing of Charlotte

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

September 10, 2025

After a decade in the NFL, Damiere Byrd is tackling a new challenge: running Bumble Roofing of Charlotte, where his grit, hustle, and attention to detail fuel his next venture.

Private Equity

Ridgeline Acquires Kenneth Daniel Roofing

Acquisition expands Ridgeline’s presence in North Carolina and Virginia

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 9, 2025

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Ridgeline Roofing & Restoration acquires Kenneth Daniel Roofing, strengthening its North Carolina footprint and expanding into the southern Virginia market.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Roof Revivers Merges With Top Armour in Raleigh Expansion

New chapter combines expertise, technology, and customer-first values.

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 31, 2025

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Roof Revivers merges with Raleigh’s Top Armour Contracting, expanding its footprint while enhancing service and support for homeowners and businesses in the region.

Giving Back

Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (Aug. 25, 2025)

Chris Gray

August 25, 2025

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Roofing contractors did their part to give back to their communities in August, from donating school supplies to helping the victims of roofing scams.

AccuWeather map of the storm affecting the Carolinas

Storm Preparation

Roofers Brace as Hurricane Erin Nears Outer Banks

Contractors brace for flooding, high winds, and storm surge as the Outer Banks prepare for Erin’s closest approach.

Tanja Kern

August 20, 2025

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Hurricane Erin’s 20-ft waves and 80-mph gusts threaten N.C.’s Outer Banks. Contractors are ready to respond to evacuations, flooding risks, and storm surge as they loom.

Technology News

New AI System Predicts Storm Damage to Commercial Roofs

TeamCraft Roofing's 2026 launch aims to transform property managers from reactive responders to strategic storm preparers

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 15, 2025

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TeamCraft Roofing announces ShelterGuard.AI, an AI-powered platform launching in 2026 that helps property managers proactively monitor weather impacts on commercial roofs.

Mergers and Acquisitions

NECC Acquires Ducks Roofing, Expanding Platform Across Mid-Atlantic

Announcement marks first acquisition since NECC received an investment from Rap Equity Partners in 2024

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 8, 2025

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Northeast Contracting Company has acquired Virginia-based Ducks Roofing, a roofing contractor known for its expertise in healthcare, government and commercial facilities.

Roofing Resiliency

NC Expands Roof Program to Protect Coastal Homes

Coastal homeowners can get $6K for FORTIFIED roof upgrades

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 4, 2025

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North Carolina expands hurricane protection with $20 million in grants for coastal residents to install storm-resistant roofs that cut claims by 35% and reduce damage severity.

Hiring News

Cornerstone Names Industry Veteran Gunner Smith as its New CEO

Smith previously led Owens Corning's roofing division.

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 22, 2025

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Cornerstone Building Brands appoints Gunner Smith as CEO, bringing extensive roofing industry experience from his leadership role at Owens Corning since 2018.