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IRE 2026

ABC Supply Brings Soccer Star Landon Donovan to IRE 2026

With two booths filled with education, competition and networking, the distributor is set to deliver one of the show’s most engaging experiences

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 12, 2026

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ABC Supply is bringing high energy and star power to the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE). With two booths filled with education, competition and networking, the distributor is set to deliver one of the show’s most engaging experiences.

Crime Blotter

Arizona Roofers Win $147K after Labor Dept. Overtime Case

Consent judgment recovers back wages and damages for 61 workers.

Tanja Kern

January 12, 2026

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The U.S. Department of Labor secured a consent judgment to recover $147,708 in back wages and liquidated damages for 61 Arizona roofers after overtime pay was withheld.

Construction Employment

Construction Jobs Dip in December as Unemployment Hits 5%

AGC says hiring plans remain for 2026, but labor shortages and policy uncertainty continue to weigh on construction employment.

Tanja Kern

January 12, 2026

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Construction employment declined by 11,000 in December and the unemployment rate among workers with recent construction experience jumped to 5.0 percent, AGC said, even as many firms still plan to add headcount in 2026 if they can find qualified workers amid persistent labor shortages.

Business Expansion

Advanced Roofing Becomes Employee-Owned as ESOP Takes Effect

Florida-based contractor adopts ESOP structure to stay independent and reinforce long-term stability for clients and employees

Tanja Kern

January 9, 2026

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Florida-based contractor adopts ESOP structure to stay independent and reinforce long-term stability for clients and employees.

Obituary

Rodney Naucke, Former MRCA President and Industry Leader, Dies at 95

Former MRCA president remembered for leadership, service, and lasting impact on the roofing industry

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 8, 2026

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The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association mourns the passing of former President Rodney Naucke, a respected leader whose dedication and service helped shape MRCA and strengthen the roofing industry for future generations.

Roofing Suppliers

Richards Building Supply Adds Property Intelligence to CRM

New CRM enhancements integrate EagleView aerial data to streamline measurements, quotes, and ordering in a single platform

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 8, 2026

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Richards Building Supply has launched new property intelligence tools inside its CRM, giving contractors instant access to aerial measurements and imagery to accelerate estimating, bidding, and ordering.

Economic Indicators

NRCA Calls for Participation in Q4 Reroofing Market Survey

Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing tracks business conditions and market trends across the U.S. and Canada

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 7, 2026

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The National Roofing Contractors Association is encouraging contractors, consultants and manufacturers to take part in the latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing, which measures business conditions during the fourth quarter of 2025.

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Mergers and Acquisitions

JLG Acquires Canvas Robotics Technology to Advance Jobsite Automation

Access equipment manufacturer adds construction robotics capabilities to expand autonomy and productivity on future job sites.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 7, 2026

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JLG Industries is making a strategic bet on construction automation, acquiring core robotics technology from Canvas to integrate intelligent, autonomous solutions into its access equipment portfolio.

Tech

SalesRabbit Acquires Roofle to Expand Roofing E-Commerce

Acquisition unites SalesRabbit, Roofle, and RoofLink into a single platform designed to modernize roofing sales, pricing, and production workflows.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 6, 2026

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With the acquisition of Roofle, SalesRabbit now brings together three specialized solutions—SalesRabbit, Roofle, and RoofLink—into a unified platform built specifically for roofing and home improvement contractors.

Supplier News

SOPREMA U.S. Completes Tropical Roofing Products Integration

TRP coatings and roof maintenance products now transition fully to the SOPREMA brand, delivering the same trusted performance with expanded tools and support.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 6, 2026

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SOPREMA U.S. has completed the integration of Tropical Roofing Products (TRP) into the SOPREMA brand, unifying its coatings and roof maintenance portfolio under a single national identity.