Aluminum and steel tariffs doubled on June 4, spiking prices 54% and straining construction budgets. Contractors face rising costs, labor shortages and shrinking margins amid the most aggressive trade stance in decades.
GoodLeap, a fintech known for solar and HVAC financing, launches its mobile-first payments platform for roofers, challenging Roofr and aiming to streamline cash flow in a tech-resistant industry.
Panasonic will showcase its ultra-thin, high-performance ADVANC-R insulation at AIA 2025, offering R-66 efficiency in just 0.94 inches for modern roofing challenges.
LuminX has raised $5.5 million to scale AI-powered vision language models that automate warehouse tasks, aiming to reduce errors, boost efficiency and offer real-time insights to logistics and supply chains.
Foam Sales Group has joined the Roofing Alliance as its newest Service Provider Member, supporting innovation, education and philanthropy in the roofing industry.
Texas has seen more major hail events than any other state over the past decade, with rising storm frequency and size causing billions in damage and straining insurers, roofers, and homeowners alike.
Roofing companies around the country reinforced critical safety practices regarding fall prevention during the 12th annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction event.