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Extreme Weather Special Section

Storm Season 2025: Preparing for Uncertainty

Experts warn of an active storm season with up to 18 named storms, nearly 1,500 tornadoes and large hailstones

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

July 14, 2025

With an intense storm season, rising heat, and economic uncertainty on the horizon, roofing contractors who prepare now will be the ones who stay ahead of the chaos.

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Manufacturer News

IKO Offers Tuition Savings on Roofing Courses from Clemson University

First-of-its-kind partnership provides more than 25% off standard tuition for ROOFPRO members

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 8, 2025

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IKO has created a first-of-its-kind partnership that gives its ROOFPRO members discounts on tuition for roofing courses available from Clemson University.

Education

Learnings from the Rooftop to Help Empower Contractors’ Small Businesses

OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

Jon Gardner

June 9, 2025

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OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

A 2024 report from the Center for Construction and Research reveals that approximately one in six individuals employed in the construction industry reported experiencing anxiety or depression.

Mental Health

Addressing the Silent Killer in the Roofing Industry

Unchecked mental health issues lead to increased suicide rates among construction workers

Chris Gray

May 29, 2025

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Roofing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S., yet more construction workers die by suicide than from job-site accidents. Industry groups are urging contractors to join them in promoting mental health.

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Distributor News

Higher Learning: A Look at ABC Supply's New Learning Center

ABC Supply's state-of-the-art Learning Center opens doors for education, professional development

Art Aisner

May 28, 2025

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Get a glimpse inside ABC Supply’s new 43,000-square-foot Learning Center in Beloit, Wis. Built with a goal to advance professional development and innovation, the facility features cutting-edge technology and a college campus feel.

Apex Roofing and Restoration says its business margins have grown by 10 to 20 percent since selling FORTIFIED roofing.

Extreme Weather Special Section

How Selling a FORTIFIED Roof Can Boost Profits

COO of Apex Roofing and Restoration shares his company’s experience with FORTIFIED roof sales

Erin Shields

April 28, 2025

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Apex Roofing and Restoration grew margins by up to 20% by selling FORTIFIED Roofs, proving that educating customers on resilience can drive major business success.

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Reading, Re-thinking and Leading Roofing Organizations

Former U.S. Marine Josh Sparks brings a special brand of leadership to the roofing entrepreneurs with Infinity Home Services.

Art Aisner

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.

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March 18, 2025

Entrepreneurship isn’t easy and business owners and managers are primed to make mistakes whether in roofing or other fields. Josh Sparks discusses what he’s learned about overcoming them and avoiding them in the future.

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Roofers Show Skill, Credibility with ProCertification

The NRCA’s Jared Ribble discusses how ProCertification efforts are lifting the entire roofing industry through continued education and training.

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Jill Bloom

March 13, 2025

The NRCA’s Jared Ribble gives RC an exclusive update on ProCertification and other advanced training efforts in the works.

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Celebrating 25 Years of Success at Tecta America

Tecta America’s first CEO discusses how several of the values established 25 years are what’s keeping the billion-dollar roofing company on the rise.

Art Aisner

March 13, 2025

The roofing industry’s top revenue-generating commercial roofing contractor celebrates a quarter century of success.

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Education, Innovation on the Agenda for ABC Supply Co.

The roofing industry’s largest distributor is re-investing in managerial and contractor training with a new state-of-the-art facility. ABC Supply’s Rich Thompson explains more in this exclusive video.

Art Aisner

March 13, 2025

See what ABC Supply Co. is doing to help contractors stay successful in 2025 and beyond in this brief video.