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Storm Prep

What Do Hail and Wind Ratings Actually Mean?

What UL, FM, and Wind Ratings Mean on the Jobsite and Where They Fall Short

May 11, 2026

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Get an in-depth look at what’s driving hail and wind ratings and how meaningful they are.

What Roofing Contractors Should Tell Customers About Wind Ratings

Follow these seven steps when discussing wind ratings and testing with homeowners.

May 11, 2026

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7 steps roofers can use to educate homeowners about wind and hail ratings, and how important they really are.

Company Spotlight sponsored by Johns Manville

Why Single Ply Fleece-Backed Membranes Matter: Performance, Protection, and Compatibility with JM QuickFoam® Adhesive

A Technical Guide for Roofing Professionals Evaluating Fleece‑Backed TPO & PVC Systems

April 23, 2026

Discover how Johns Manville fleece‑backed TPO and PVC roofing systems deliver reliable impact resistance, substrate forgiveness, and FM Very Severe Hail performance. Learn when to choose fleece‑backed membranes and how pairing them with JM QuickFoam^® Adhesive enhances durability and installation efficiency.

Company Spotlight sponsored by GAF

Metal Remastered: Timbersteel™ Premium Metal Roofing System

April 20, 2026

The GAF TimberSteel™ premium metal roofing system offers a complete metal roofing solution from one manufacturer.

FORTIFIED ROOFS

GAF Trains 1,100 Roofers in FORTIFIED Standard

Alliance with Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety Marks One Year

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 20, 2026

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GAF says it has trained more than 1,100 roofing professionals in the IBHS FORTIFIED program, expanding access to resilient roof standards nationwide.

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

Art Aisner

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.

Case Study

Monroe Roofing Sets Winter Record With RapidLock System

Colorado contractor completes largest RapidLock roofing project despite extreme winter conditions at Lincoln Tech’s Denver campus.

Jason Wood

December 25, 2025

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Re-roofing in the heart of winter is no small feat, but Colorado's Monroe Roofing proved it’s possible with the right innovation.

Sustainability News

New Roofing Alliance Report Charts Resiliency, Sustainability

A review of 243 studies and industry surveys found shared priorities like recycling and long-life materials; the work also helped launch a new sustainability course at Clemson University.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 9, 2025

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New report maps how the industry applies sustainability and resiliency—and where alignment and improvement opportunities remain.

5 Reasons Roofers Should be Thankful in 2025

It's been a tough year, but there is still plenty to be thankful for in the resilient roofing industry

Art Aisner

November 26, 2025

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It's been a tough year, but there is still plenty to be thankful for in the resilient roofing industry

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Technology News

Brava Roof Tile Partners With ZestyAI to Validate Roof Performance

AI-powered analytics measure real-world roof resilience

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 22, 2025

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Brava Roof Tile is using ZestyAI’s Roof Age and Z-Property analytics to analyze roof condition and storm resilience, helping homeowners strengthen long-term protection.