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Sika Marks 20 Years Since First Closed-Loop PVC Roof

Boston’s Marriott Long Wharf re-roof proved Sarnafil durability—and sparked the first closed-loop PVC membrane recycling program.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 3, 2025

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Sika celebrates 20 years since the Marriott Long Wharf Hotel re-roof in Boston—a milestone showcasing Sarnafil PVC membrane longevity and launching an industry-first closed-loop recycling effort.

Hiring News

Peak Roofing Partners names Igor Bojic CFO

Bojic joined Oct. 7, 2025, bringing private-equity CFO experience as the company integrates acquisitions, including Skymark Roofing.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 2, 2025

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Peak Roofing Partners has tapped Igor Bojic as CFO to streamline financial systems across its portfolio, strengthen the finance team and support an aggressive expansion strategy.

Awards

Ridgeline Construction Wins Alabama Silver Award

Roofing firm earns statewide honor for growth, community impact and industry leadership.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 1, 2025

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Selected from 40 finalists, the Athens-based company was recognized for its standout growth, community engagement and commitment to raising industry standards.

Awards

Roofing Alliance Names 2025-26 MVP Award Finalists

Outstanding Performance, Leadership, Community Involvement and Best of the Best winners to be unveiled at the NRCA Industry Awards on Jan. 21, 2026.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 1, 2025

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The Roofing Alliance has announced finalists and honorable mentions for its 2025-26 MVP Awards, recognizing exceptional roofing professionals nationwide.

Roofing Safety

OSHA's Top 10 Most Cited Violations of 2025

Chris Gray

December 1, 2025

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OSHA revealed its top 10 most cited violations for 2025. As in past years, falls — the most common type of incident in roofing — claimed two spots on the list.

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Roofing Safety

Construction Safety Week 2026 Scheduled for May 4-8

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 28, 2025

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Construction Safety Week will take place in May 2026, and will focus on the complex, high energy hazards crews face when on the job.

Sustainability News

Partnerships Power Growth in Shingle Recycling

Contractors, manufacturers, and recyclers must align to unlock viable end markets and accelerate asphalt shingle reuse.

Tanja Kern

November 25, 2025

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At ARMA’s Roofing Recycling Forum, leaders emphasized that industry-wide collaboration—especially contractor engagement—is essential to growing recycling infrastructure and meeting sustainability goals.

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Economics

U.S. Construction Materials Prices Rise 3.5% as Contractor Backlog Declines

ABC report shows higher construction input costs and weakening contractor confidence in October as backlog hits lowest level since May

Bryan Gottlieb

November 25, 2025

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Contractors face rising materials costs and shifting market signals as new ABC data point to softening backlog and confidence heading into 2026.

Scholarships

Roofing Alliance Opens 2026–27 Kruger Scholarships

Applications now being accepted for university and CTE roofing scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year.

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 25, 2025

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The Roofing Alliance’s Melvin Kruger Scholarship Program offers $5,000 accredited university and $2,000 CTE awards for roofing industry employees, their families, and eligible students. Apply online by 3 p.m. CST on Jan. 30, 2026, through Scholarship America.

Skilled Trades

Team Rubicon Graduates First Skilled-Trades Cohort

Veteran-led nonprofit marks milestone as its new Workforce Development Program trains workers in resilient, disaster-ready construction.

Tanja Kern

November 24, 2025

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Team Rubicon and the Home Builders Institute’s BuildStrong Academy have graduated the first class from a new tuition-free skilled-trades program designed to strengthen communities before and after disasters.