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State of the Industry 2026

What Roofing Contractors Will Face in 2026

Success for roofing contractors in the year ahead will depend less on market momentum and more on disciplined execution.

Trent Cotney

January 5, 2026

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The roofing industry enters 2026 in a state of guarded realism. Demand remains present, but it is no longer insulated from broader economic and political pressures

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

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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.

I-9 Raids Are Rising - Don't Get Caught Off Guard

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I-9 Enforcement is Back: How Roofers Can Prepare

In an exciting conversation with Roofing Contractor’s Group Publisher Jill Bloom, Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

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

Jill Bloom John Wyatt

December 15, 2025

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Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney breaks down the recent surge in I-9 audits targeting roofing contractors and shares essential guidance for reducing risk.

Smart Software Decisions: Advice from Trent Cotney

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Software, Business Sales, and Managing Backlogs

RC Legal expert Trent Cotney discusses critical insights for contractors on software integration, business acquisitions, and maintaining strong fundamentals during market slowdowns.

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Jill Bloom John Wyatt

November 18, 2025

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In this episode, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses a balanced roadmap to align safety accountability with true jobsite control for contractors.

ICE Shake-ups and Immigration Enforcement

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Enforcement Changes at ICE- What it Means for Roofing Contractors

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on what these changes mean for contractors that are already dealing with increased enforcement and scrutiny

November 3, 2025

Roofing contractors and business owners already dealing with increased immigration enforcement and its impact on the roofing workforce may have more policies to navigate.

Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

OUCH! On the Roof

Safety challenges on the rooftop are sometimes unseen and unexpected. Are you ready?

Jill Bloom

October 23, 2025

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Even with detailed safety protocols, roofing contractors face surprises—from insects to wildlife—that demand preparation and clear emergency plans.

Inside NCPI's First White Paper: Rethinking OSHA for Safer Jobs

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White Paper Calls for OSHA Safety Changes

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses a new white paper on OSHA’s multi-employer doctrine, and how changes can improve safety.

October 15, 2025

RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney discusses a balanced roadmap to align safety accountability with true jobsite control for roofing contractors.

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Wildlife, Pests & Lawsuits: Are You Covered?

How roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof.

September 16, 2025

Here's how roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof. Plus, advice on a contract clause that could save you thousands.