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Articles Tagged with ''Washington''

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Roofing Safety

Washington Contractor Facing $300K in Fines After Roofer Injured in Fall

Contractor claims safety rope broke but investigators say otherwise
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 15, 2025
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The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries says a contractor's claim that a safety rope broke and resulted in a worker's injuries doesn't coincide with the evidence.


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Trump’s deportation policies pose risks to themselves and their families.
Public Opinion

Hispanic Americans Feel Under Siege As Arrests Accelerate

New reports on ICE raids show a mix of contractor negligence and disruptions at job sites
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 7, 2025
One Comment

Ongoing ICE raids and aggressive tactics are disrupting roofing job sites, straining an industry reliant on immigrant labor, and squandering gains made by President Trump within the Latino community.


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ICE dice que realizó 32,809 arrestos en los primeros 50 días del mandato del presidente Donald Trump, según informó inicialmente Associated Press.
Operativo Antiinmigrante

37 Detenidos en Redada Migratoria en Empresa de Techos de Wash.

La acción de la madrugada del miércoles sigue alimentando el temor entre cuadrillas de trabajadores y contratistas
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
April 7, 2025
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ICE llevó a cabo una redada en el lugar de trabajo de un contratista de techos en el estado de Washington, arrestando a 37 trabajadores por supuestas violaciones de inmigración.


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A raid by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials in Washintgon continues stoking fear.
Immigration Crackdown

37 Arrested During Immigration Raid at Wash. Roofing Company

The early morning action on Wednesday continues stoking fear among field crews and contractors
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
April 3, 2025
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ICE conducted a workplace raid at the warehouse of a roofing contractor in Washington State, arresting 37 workers for alleged immigration violations. 


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A man was busted for bilking Washington State out of more than $60K in workers’ compensation payments.
Crime Blotter

Wash. Roofer Caught on Video in Workers' Comp Fraud Case

Tacoma man seen lifting 48-lb. table for undercover investigator after being restricted to less than 25 lbs.
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
February 27, 2025
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A Washington roofer must repay $60K after investigators found he worked while claiming injury benefits after being caught on video lifting 48.6 lbs.; he pleaded guilty to fraud.


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Roofing Awards

Guardian Roofing, Gutters & Insulation Named Best of Business Rate 2024 Roofing Contractor

Award recognizes the company's excellent customer service in the Auburn, Wash. area
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
December 6, 2024
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The award is presented to companies that earn high marks based on their 100 most recent reviews with attention paid to those posted in the last 90 days.


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Distributor News

Beacon Expands with Four New Locations

New branches found in Alabama, Arizona, Florida and Washington
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
October 4, 2024
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The four new branches grow Beacon's footprint in the southeast as well as in the western regions.


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Guardian Roofing of Seattle announced a move into Oregon.
Territory Growth

Seattle's Guardian Roofing Expands Services into Portland, Ore.

Family-owned residential roofing company expands Pacific Northwest footprint
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
September 18, 2024
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Seattle-based Guardian Roofing, Gutters & Insulation is expanding into Portland from its new Wilsonville, Ore., location, bringing more jobs and supporting local economic growth.


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Giving Back

Guardian Roofing Gives New Roof to Veteran by HALO Project

Recipients grateful 83-year-old veteran no longer has to repair roof
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
August 15, 2024
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Guardian Roofing and Gutters once again stepped up to help a community member in need with its HALO Project, providing a Vietnam veteran with a new roof free of charge.


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Roofing Safety

Washington State Deals Out Whopping $1.2M In Fines To Contractors

State's Dept. of Labor & Industries comes down hard on four contractors
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 15, 2024
No Comments

Four roofing companies, including a serial offender that owes more than $4 million in fines, have received a combined total of $1.27 million in penalties from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.


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