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Construction Data

Construction’s Split Signal: Big Builds, Soft Demand

Ten $1B-plus megaprojects drove a 21.1% starts jump, but building square footage and job openings fell.

December 9, 2025

October’s construction starts posted headline growth, but the gains were concentrated in a small number of megaprojects. Outside of those high-value builds, activity softened, and the industry’s labor picture dimmed further as job openings and hiring indicators pointed to ongoing contraction heading into 2026.

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Acquisition News

Tecta America Acquires Texas Roofing Commercial Contractor

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 9, 2025

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The acquisition of Texas Roofing is Tecta America's sixth acquisition in 2025, and will expand the Top 100 roofing contractor's presence in the Lone Star State.

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2025 Commercial Contractor of the Year: Best Contracting Services

When the industry gathered to honor a project, Best Contracting gathered to honor a team.

Art Aisner

December 4, 2025

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A 203,000-square-foot milestone, a custom blue PVC membrane, and a team that refused to let COVID-era challenges stop them.

Best of Success 2025

Who are Roofing Contractor’s 2025 Commercial, Residential Contractors of the Year?

Infinity Exteriors and BEST Contracting Services, Inc., earn RC’s highest annual honor for stellar work and cultivating winning company cultures.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 4, 2025

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Two standout roofing contractors take home RC’s highest annual honor to close out day one of Best of Success 2025.

Technology News

TIMEPROOFUSA, MRS Pick ServiceTitan to Fuel Growth

The affiliated roofing brands will standardize on ServiceTitan as a single enterprise platform to support national expansion, operational consistency, and profitability.

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 4, 2025

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ServiceTitan says TIMEPROOFUSA and Master Roofing Solutions have chosen its software as their core system, aiming to scale quickly with a hub-and-spoke model, centralized back office, and roofing-specific integrations built for multi-location operations.

2025 Commercial Roofing Trends Report

Majority of commercial roofing contractors expect sales growth despite formidable challenges in workforce and costs in 2026

Art Aisner

December 4, 2025

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Majority of commercial roofing contractors expect sales growth despite formidable challenges in workforce and costs in 2026.

Immigration

Shutdown Lessons for Roofers: Why Immigration Gridlock Still Threatens Your 2026 Project Schedule

John Dorer

December 1, 2025

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The federal shutdown may be over, but its freeze on the PERM labor certification process is still disrupting roofing contractors’ hiring timelines. Here’s what contractors need to know and how to prepare before the next shutdown.

Case Study

Century-Old Austin Building Restored by Western Contractors

Complex waterproofing, roofing and masonry repairs bring new life to a downtown landmark.

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 28, 2025

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From crumbling brick to unexpected gypsum board, Western’s Austin crew navigated surprises and tight access to deliver a complete façade and roof restoration.

Commercial Roofing

Best Practices for Commercial Roofing Installations

Roofing contractors should always follow installation best practices on commercial roof projects, especially as they pertain to high-performance systems.

Tanner Duer

November 27, 2025

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Commercial roof failures — especially leaks — can often be traced back to installation errors, and open liability concerns for contractors. Check out these best practices for commercial roofing installations.