Roofing contractors from around the country participate in RC’s annual research initiative and identify the opportunities and challenges ahead in 2025.
Roofing Contractor's 2025 State of the Industry report data shows roofing contractors remain confident about sales volume and improving technology. However, worries over labor shortages continue as the construction industry struggles to fill open positions.
Frontdoor and BlueRecruit launched a trade school scholarship to address the skilled labor gap, supporting students through funding, mentorship, and industry connections.
La industria de la construcción enfrenta una crisis laboral, necesitando más de 500,000 nuevos trabajadores para 2024. Para prosperar, son esenciales vías más sólidas para la mano de obra inmigrante legal, pero los actuales programas de visas no son suficientes
Reporting shows that undocumented workers make up 10% of U.S. construction labor, with 75,600 roofers among them, highlighting the industry's heavy reliance on migrant labor to fill critical job shortages.
The Rising Stars Program empowers the next generation of underrepresented youth aged 16-24 by providing opportunities for sustainable careers in construction, including solar panel installation and roofing.
A survey of 3,000 respondents revealed roofing as the least desirable job in six states, which means that only a fraction of those polled are missing a great opportunity.
The Raymond Corporation celebrated its 10th National Manufacturing Day by hosting onsite and online events to showcase innovation and skilled careers to students, offering tours, demos, and career insights.