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Mergers & Acquisitions

HCR Group acquires California’s Warren RoofCare

Deal expands maintenance services in West

March 17, 2026

The HCR Group has acquired Northern California’s Warren RoofCare Services, adding roof maintenance expertise and strengthening its commercial roofing platform across the Western United States.

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Jobsite Safety

ALI Launches 2026 Ladder Safety Survey Amid Safety Month

Survey marks 10 years of ladder safety campaign

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 17, 2026

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The American Ladder Institute launched its 2026 ladder safety survey as National Ladder Safety Month marks its 10th year promoting safer ladder use.

Energy Codes

Court Blocks HUD Energy Code Rule for Housing

Decision halts 2021 IECC mandate

Tanja Kern

March 16, 2026

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A federal court vacated a HUD rule requiring the 2021 energy code for federally backed housing, renewing debate over construction costs and building performance nationwide.

arial view of roofs being reroofed in Louisiana

FORTIFIED Roofs

Louisiana Orders Insurers to Offer FORTIFIED Roof Discounts

New rule takes effect Jan. 1, 2027

Tanja Kern

March 16, 2026

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Louisiana insurers must begin offering premium discounts for homes built to FORTIFIED standards under a new regulation aimed at reducing hurricane losses and stabilizing insurance costs.

Giving Back

GAF Expands Program Supporting Donated Roofing Systems

Contractors gain added warranty for donated roofs

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 16, 2026

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GAF expanded its Community Contractor Program to include enhanced warranty coverage for donated roofing systems, aiming to provide longer-term protection for families and nonprofits.

Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Alliance Adds New Members for 2026

Trade group expands amid roofing growth

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 13, 2026

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The Metal Roofing Alliance announced new 2026 members, including manufacturers, suppliers and contractors, reflecting continued growth in the residential metal roofing market across the U.S. and Canada.

Private Equity

A to B Roofing Partners Expands With Brown’s Roofing

South Carolina contractor joins platform

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 13, 2026

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A to B Roofing Partners announced a partnership with Brown’s Roofing in Rock Hill, S.C., adding its third retail brand as the platform continues strategic expansion.

Roofing Supplier News

Gulfeagle Supply Names Andy Beckerman Vice President of Vendor Relations

The company veteran brings more than two decades of experience to fill role held by Mike Lesisko.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 13, 2026

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Company officials say Beckerman's leadership will help strengthen the relationships that support Gulfeagle's growth and customer service.

Technology News

Angi Launches Home Services App in ChatGPT

Tool connects AI questions to contractors

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 12, 2026

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Angi has launched an app in ChatGPT that allows homeowners to move from asking project questions to connecting with local contractors and requesting quotes.

Technology News

Intellia Launches AI Framework for Roofing, Construction

Marketing and growth consultancy introduces AI checkpoints, agentic workflows and market signals to help construction firms improve marketing performance and sales prospecting.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 12, 2026

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Intellia introduces an AI framework designed to help construction firms improve marketing performance, identify high-intent buyers, and streamline sales prospecting.