Roofing News

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Oficios Especializados

84 Lumber y LP Destacan las Voces Hispanas en Los Oficios

Alianza con 'Mexican Carpenter' resalta la herencia, la inclusión y las trayectorias profesionales en la construcción

September 22, 2025

84 Lumber y LP se asocian con el creador de contenido en redes sociales The Mexican Carpenter para destacar la representación hispana e inspirar carreras en la construcción.

Hiring News

Gulfeagle Supply Grows Team to Support Long-Term Vision

Promotion and new hires bolster distributor’s growth strategy.

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 19, 2025

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Gulfeagle Supply announces leadership changes with a key promotion and new hires, reinforcing its long-term growth strategy across national markets.

Awards

Apply Now: IIBEC’s EBEC Awards Open Through Sept. 30

Recognizing Excellence Across Roofing, Building Enclosure, Commissioning, Exterior Walls and Waterproofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 19, 2025

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Honoring outstanding achievements in advancing building enclosure design, delivery, and performance across multiple disciplines.

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Business Expansion

Owens Corning Picks Alabama for New Shingle Plant

Prattville plant to produce 6M squares of shingles annually with advanced automation

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 19, 2025

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Owens Corning will build a new shingle plant in Prattville, Ala., boosting capacity, adding 100 jobs, and enhancing service across its U.S. roofing network.

Business Expansion

Palfinger Opens New North American Parts Hub

$15M Illinois facility boosts speed, service, and support for dealers and customers across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 18, 2025

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Palfinger opens a $15 million parts distribution center in Huntley, Ill., set to handle 75,000 shipments annually and expand service across North America.

Technology News

Contractors Get New AI Sidekick with ServiceTitan

New AI tools automate back-office tasks, empower field techs, and give contractors real-time insights to boost efficiency and profitability

Tanja Kern

September 18, 2025

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ServiceTitan launches Atlas, an AI-powered sidekick that automates workflows, empowers technicians, and delivers smarter insights for contractors.

Technology and Finance

How QXO is Using AI to Streamline Distribution

QXO CEO Brad Jacobs says Beacon’s $200M pricing leakage proves why AI-powered systems are key to rebuilding supply chain strength

Tanja Kern

September 17, 2025

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What looked like a $200M problem is becoming proof that tech-driven supply chains can redefine the building materials industry.

Bargain Block stars Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas pose together at an Owens Corning “Roof the Block” event, standing beside the Pink Panther mascot and event signage.

Roof Colors

Bargain Block Stars Share Roof Color Design Insights

Owens Corning hosts duo on shingles, style and impact

Tanja Kern

September 17, 2025

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Bargain Block’s Keith Bynum and Evan Thomas answer five key questions on roof color, offering contractors practical tips to guide homeowners with confidence.

Obituary

John Gooding, Chairman of GSM Roofing, Dies at 80

Chris Gray

September 16, 2025

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The roofing industry mourns the loss of John Gooding, who served as NRCA chairman and received the association's J.A. Piper Award for his lifetime of service to the industry.

Giving Back

Roofing Alliance 2024-25 Annual Report Released

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 16, 2025

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Roofing Alliance members have invested more than $17 million to advance the roofing industry, including supporting research and workforce training, funding scholarships, honoring workers and strengthening communities through philanthropic outreach.