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Philanthropic News

Roofing and Perseverance in 2024

Roofing Contractor Garen Armstrong relays the importance of family, perseverance, and other things he learned while recovering from a recent heart transplant
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 1, 2023
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom talks about finding life's 'happy balance' between home and work life as the roofing industry closes a busy year and looks forward to 2024.


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Carter Work Project

In Rosalynn Carter's Passing, Habitat for Humanity’s Carter Work Project Carries On

The effort behind the 2023 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project to support Habitat for Humanity continues in honor of its founders
Rick Damato
Rick Damato
November 21, 2023
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RC's Rick Damato offers first-hand coverage of the annual Habitat for Humanity build honoring Former President and First Lady Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter.  


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Kennedy's Notes on Roofing Exit

Your Sale Options in a ‘Roofing Exit’

An overhead view of an owner’s exit options in the roofing industry
Kevin Kennedy, Founder and CEO of Beacon Exit Planning
Kevin Kennedy
November 9, 2023
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Kevin Kennedy of Beacon Exit Planning provides an overview of considerations for roofing company owners contemplating their exit options.
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Giving Back and Giving Thanks

The synergy between the roofing industry and our nation’s veterans is strong and continues to grow
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
November 3, 2023
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In November's Roofing Contractor magazine, Editor-in-Chief Art Aisner touches upon the grace that embodies the roofing industry and the synergies between roofing and our nation’s veterans; it is strong and continues to grow.
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Understanding the New I-9 Employment Verification Forms

A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows opportunities for roofers to streamline operations and verify remotely
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James G. Aldrich
October 13, 2023
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A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows opportunities for roofers to streamline operations and verify remotely
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Editor's Note discussing Roofing Contractor magazine's new Safety Advisor eNewsletter (man on roof in harness pictured).

Metal Shows its Mettle

The Maui wildfires and other recent extreme weather events shine a spotlight on metal roofing; are contractors ready to make the case?
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
October 6, 2023
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The Maui wildfires and other recent extreme weather events shine a spotlight on metal roofing; are contractors ready to make the case?
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Technology Collaboration

Contractor Pro Tip: Leave Installing and Disconnecting Lightning Protection to Specialists

Systems are highly specialized and the potential for damage — or worse — isn’t worth the risk
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Jennifer Morgan
September 20, 2023
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Roofers face enough challenges; the importance of involving specialists for lightning protection systems to meet strict standards — and avoid potential issues with dissimilar metals and corrosion — is crucial for compliance.


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An Independent Contractor

Reversing Course … Again

The National Labor Relations Board Counters Precedent with New Ruling on Classification of Independent Contractors
Philip Siegel
September 15, 2023
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The National Labor Relations Board Counters Precedent with New Ruling on Classification of Independent Contractors
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The Beauty of Second Chances

How fortunate we are to be a part of an industry comprised of generosity, grace and a commitment to the common good
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
September 1, 2023
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on the impact NRCA CEO Reid Ribble has had on unifying the roofing industry.


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Editor's Note discussing Roofing Contractor magazine's new Safety Advisor eNewsletter (man on roof in harness pictured).

The Joy of Top 100

High interest in this year’s Top 100 List is consistent with the notion that business operations are starting to resemble pre-pandemic levels despite some economic uncertainty.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
August 4, 2023
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High interest in this year’s Top 100 List is consistent with the notion that business operations are starting to resemble pre-pandemic levels despite some economic uncertainty.
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