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U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., site of the Senate’s Oct. 30 vote to end Trump’s emergency tariff authority.

Tariffs

Senate Defies Trump on Tariffs as Industry Sees Mounting Costs

Bipartisan resolution challenges Trump’s trade powers as builders face rising costs from steep metal tariffs

October 30, 2025

Rising costs and rare bipartisanship collide as the Senate takes aim at Trump’s tariffs—and the projects caught in between.

Economic Outlook

Economist Warns: U.S. Growth Needs Bold Action

At METALCON 2025, economist Alex Chausovsky warned U.S. leaders to embrace complexity and defend economic dominance.

Tanja Kern

October 30, 2025

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Economist Alex Chausovsky of The Bundy Group took the keynote stage at METALCON 2025 with a clear message: America’s economy is strong, but complacency is its biggest risk.

Safety

Texas Man Charged with Deadly Assault After Shooting Roofing Drone

Incident shows de-escalation training is an important part of safety

Chris Gray

October 29, 2025

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When a Texas roofer’s drone became target practice for an angry neighbor, it raised questions about safety and communication on residential jobsites — here’s what contractors should know to prevent a confrontation from turning dangerous.

Bumble Roofing is moving into the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with franchising opportunities.

Business Expansion

Bumble Roofing Brings Tech-Driven Service to St. Louis

Fast-growing roofing brand to open eight territories, create 160+ jobs, and bring tech-driven service to the Midwest

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 29, 2025

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Bumble Roofing is entering the St. Louis market with eight new territories, 160+ jobs, and a focus on transparent, tech-powered roofing services.

A photo of the U.S. Dept. of Labor building in Washington, D.C.

Skilled Trades

DOL Awards $86M for Skilled Trades Training

Grants to 14 states aim to boost U.S. construction, manufacturing, distribution, and workforce innovation through industry-led training initiatives

Tanja Kern

October 29, 2025

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The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.

CertainTeed-contractors-at-Ford-Field-watching-product-demo

Roofing Education

Education, Technology Take Center Field at CertainTeed’s Detroit Workshop

First Contractor’s Edge Business Building Workshop of 2025-26 sees 500 in attendance

Chris Gray

October 28, 2025

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Roofing contractors from across the Midwest gathered at Ford Field for CertainTeed’s Contractor’s Edge Workshop, learning how to boost their businesses through educational sessions focusing on the latest products and technology.

Obituary

Angelo Borzillo, Co-Inventor of Gavalume, Dies at 92

Borzillo was an inductee to the Metal Construction Hall of Fame

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 28, 2025

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Borzillo passed away on Oct. 11, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving behind a transformative legacy that continues to shape the steel and metal building industries worldwide.

Technology News

STACK, Velixo Launch Real-Time Excel Integration

The new STACK for Excel tool links takeoff and estimating data directly to Excel, giving contractors live insights and tighter financial workflows

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 28, 2025

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STACK and Velixo unveil an integration that connects estimating and financial data for faster, smarter construction decisions.

Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Alliance Honors Two Standout Projects

Award-winning homes in Florida and Washington highlight how metal roofs protect against hurricanes, wildfires, and extreme weather

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 28, 2025

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The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) has announced two national winners of its quarterly Best Residential Metal Roofing Project competition, showcasing the durability, beauty, and climate-ready performance of modern metal roofing systems from coast to coast.