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Jill Bloom at podium

Roofer Education with Intention at Trade Shows

Changing perspectives through the books you read and people you meet at roofing trade shows
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
February 6, 2026
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on how to expand intellectual horizons and change your perspective from the roofing events you attend and the conversations they foster.
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A discussion panel of roofing contractors

5 Growth Strategies for Roofing Contractors in 2026

Roofing contractor panel explores how growing a roofing business involves so much more than increasing revenue
December 22, 2025
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Three high-performing Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Preferred Contractors shared their perspectives on growth.


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Rain falling on a roof

How a Repair-First Approach Can Lower Costs and Improve Hurricane Recovery

Rethinking Roof Claims in a High-Cost Hurricane Era
Paul Disney is the Chief Product & Technology Officer at itel
Paul Disney
December 19, 2025
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As hurricane seasons grow more expensive and roof claims soar past $30 billion annually, the property insurance industry faces a sustainability challenge. With research showing many damaged roofs can be repaired rather than replaced, adopting a more objective, repair-first mindset—similar to the evolution of windshield claims—could benefit insurers, contractors, and homeowners alike. How roofing contractors can protect margins in a shifting economy.


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A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Smart Devices for 2026

Follow this practical playbook to tighten your wireless spend, lock down your devices, and reduce downtime to focus on the work that matters
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Chris Kolar
December 15, 2025
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We explore several tips on how to manage wireless devices to ensure fewer mistakes, faster billing, and a better customer experience
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Leading Through Change: SOPREMA’s Perspective on Roofing in 2026

Challenges abound for the roofing industry, but there is hope for change and growth
Tim Kersey is the CEO of U.S. Operations for SOPREMA.
Tim Kersey
December 12, 2025
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SOPREMA US CEO Tim Kersey shares his observations on what the coming year holds for the manufacturer and its customers.
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Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Roofer Detained by ICE at the U.S. Border

What happened to a friend of mine revealed just how fragile fairness can be — and why it matters more than ever in our industry.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 10, 2025
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on a roofer friend’s first-hand encounter with stepped-up immigration enforcement at the U.S. border.
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An older man and a younger man shaking hands

2 Plans Needed to Exit in 2025

Roofing contractors looking to exit need both a company plan and an owner’s plan in today’s business climate
Kevin Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Beacon Exit Planning
Kevin Kennedy
November 20, 2025
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Roofing contractors looking to exit need both a company plan and an owner’s plan in today’s business climate
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Camoflage and boots

Blueprints & Battle Plans

Veteran roofing contractor Nick Sizemore draws from his roots in the U.S. Air Force to develop and manage high performers
Nick Sizemore is Executive Team Lead at Roman Roofing, Inc.
Nick Sizemore
November 17, 2025
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Veteran roofing contractor Nick Sizemore draws from his roots in the U.S. Air Force to develop and manage high performers
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Workforce Development

Southern California Roofers Rally around Kern County Roofing Students

RCASoCal members show what the roofing industry can do when inspired to support the future.
Victoria Sharples
October 24, 2025
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For every five workers that retire from the roofing industry, only two are replaced. That needs to change. 
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Several construction workers

3 Strategies to Retain Roofing Talent

Roofing contractors should prioritize pay, skill development and modern management tools to keep their high-performance crews
Kit Dickinson
Kit Dickinson
October 21, 2025
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Roofing contractors should prioritize pay, skill development and modern management tools to keep their high-performance crews
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