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On June 4, U.S. aluminum tariffs surged to 50%, doubling the previous 25% rate and pushing domestic metal premiums to all-time highs.
News Analysis

Metal Prices Spike in Latest Trade Salvo

As Court of International Trade decisions collide with new levies, roofers face unprecedented material price hikes and labor‑cost pressures
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 4, 2025
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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.


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Manufacturer News

GAF Names John Barkhouse as New CEO

Current CEO John Altmeyer to become executive chairman of GAF in 2026
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 3, 2025
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John Barkhouse, who joined GAF as president in 2024, will become its new CEO starting in 2026.
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GoodLeap claims its new roofing payments platform will remove delays and manual processes while maintaining contractor workflows.
Cashflow Solutions

GoodLeap Enters Roofing Market with Mobile Payment Platform

A SaaS fintech makes the move into another home services industry
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 3, 2025
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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.


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GAF Anthony Mackie repairing roof in New Orleans
Roofing Week 2025

6 Famous Celebrities Who Worked in Roofing

From grit to glamor, these notable figures earned a living working on roofs before achieving stardom
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
June 3, 2025
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From Captain America to country singers, these famous figures once worked on roofs before becoming household names.


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Panasonic’s ADVANC-R vacuum insulation panel delivers an R-Value of 66 at just 0.94" thick.
New Product News

Panasonic to Showcase ADVANC-R Vacuum Insulation Panel at AIA 2025

Company says panel sets new standard in low-slope roofing efficiency
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 3, 2025
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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.


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U.S. Department of Labor Pauses Job Corps Center Operations

The department suddenly closes regional offices nationwide, scrambling to find accommodations for those enrolled
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 2, 2025
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The department suddenly closes regional offices nationwide, scrambling to find accommodations for those enrolled in Job Corp.


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AI-driven tools are helping suppliers and distributors gain efficiency and visibility across operations.
Technology

LuminX Is Latest AI Seeking To ‘Revolutionize’ Supply Ops

Adoption of AI technology is the new frontier in management, logistics and revenue generation
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 2, 2025
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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.


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The Foam Sales Group joins the Roofing Alliance.
Organization News

Foam Sales Group Joins the Roofing Alliance as New Service Provider Member

Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
June 2, 2025
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Foam Sales Group has joined the Roofing Alliance as its newest Service Provider Member, supporting innovation, education and philanthropy in the roofing industry.


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Texas continues to lead the nation in severe hail events, with experts warning of even larger storms in the years ahead.
Storm Season 2025

Texas Remains No. 1 for Most Major Hail Events

IBHS says Lone Star State takes pole position for 10th straight year
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 2, 2025
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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.


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Roofing Safety

Roofing Contractors Pause for Safety During 2025 National Safety Stand-Down

Event urges roofing and construction companies to enforce fall prevention best practices
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 30, 2025
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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.


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