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Heavy rains in Accra, the capital of Ghana, toppled a solar-bedecked carport at A & C Mall, damaging 80-plus vehicles; videos show winds tearing through the structure.

Tennessee lawmakers sent the governor a bill that will exempt low-slope roofs in the state from IECC solar reflectance and heat emittance rules, easing costs for contractors. 

SPRI is revising its ED-1 Standard for roof edge systems on low-slope roofs, addressing wind loads, materials, and corrosion; it will be re-canvassed for ANSI approval. 

Tariffs, supply chain woes, and market shifts challenge metal construction. Experts at METALCON stress adaptability as pricing volatility and policy uncertainty persist.

Coryell Roofing, Roofing Contractor’s 2024 Commercial Contractor of the Year, welcomed Zach Cross, who brings expertise in construction and a passion for mentorship. 

ABC Supply named Zac Gaydosh director of commercial roofing sales, citing his industry expertise and leadership to drive growth and strengthen partnerships. 

A new study suggests covering all suitable rooftops worldwide with solar panels could generate 65% of global electricity: Roofing contractors stand to gain by integrating solar solutions into their services.

Join thousands of roofing and construction professionals during Construction Safety Week May 5-9 to promote the prevention of workplace injuries and deaths.

Rising construction costs in early 2025 were fueled by a rush to buy materials before new tariffs took effect, giving domestic producers more pricing power, the Associated Builders and Contractors trade group reports.

A powerful storm battered parts of the U.S., causing severe roof damage, triggering repair spikes and prompting calls for stronger roofing materials.