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Researchers are collecting hailstones in real time using funnels and drone sensors for Project ICECHIP, a government-funded study to improve roofing resilience and storm forecasting.
Extreme Weather Special Section

Understanding Hail: Project ICECHIP Is Finally Measuring It

First U.S. hail field study in 40 years aims to revolutionize roofing materials, forecasting and damage mitigation
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 10, 2025
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Project ICECHIP, the first major U.S. hail study in more than 40 years, is capturing real hail data to improve forecasting, product standards and roofing resilience amid rising hail-related losses.


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Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Why Choose Roofing? It’s the People That Make Us Different

Roofing sets itself apart through its authenticity and genuine desire to take care of communities
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
June 6, 2025
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What makes roofing so special and unique from other trades? It's the people, says RC Publisher Jill Bloom.
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Cool Roofs

The Battle Over Cool Roofs Heats Up Following Tennessee Rollbacks

Industry experts question the viability of cool roof mandates while critics claim they're support "dark roof" lobbying efforts
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
June 5, 2025
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The Tennessee legislature repealed its cool roof mandate, reigniting debate over energy efficiency and urban “heat island” effects. Critics cite industry influence, while experts advocate for policies grounded in climate science.



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Should Prime Contractors Be Responsible for Safety?
Roofing Safety

VIDEO: Should Prime Contractors Be Responsible for Safety?

Construction attorney Trent Cotney examines the concept of prime contractors and how to mitigate liability
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
June 5, 2025
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If you’re a prime contractor for a job, you have more to worry about than ensuring it’s done on time. Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese explains prime contractor obligations and how to mitigate safety liability.


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O’Hara’s Son Roofing expands nationally by acquiring Illinois-based Total Systems Roofing, enhancing its Midwest operations and service capabilities.
Private Equity

O’Hara’s Son Roofing Snaps Up Total Systems Roofing

Platform buys second brand, expands Midwest footprint
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 5, 2025
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O’Hara’s Son Roofing has acquired Total Systems Roofing to boost its Midwest presence and support national growth, marking the second deal since OSR became a portfolio platform under Angeles Equity.


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Roofing contractors are shifting focus to data centers and public projects as private-sector demand slows.
Economic Outlook

ABC: Nonresidential Construction Slips in April, Jobs Decrease by 3,000

Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics brings no smiles to the Roofing Industry
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
June 4, 2025
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Nonresidential construction dipped in April as private demand weakened. Roofing contractors face pressure from tariffs, labor shortages and rising costs, but see promise in data centers and public projects.



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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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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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A 2024 report from the Center for Construction and Research reveals that approximately one in six individuals employed in the construction industry reported experiencing anxiety or depression.
Mental Health

Addressing the Silent Killer in the Roofing Industry

Unchecked mental health issues lead to increased suicide rates among construction workers
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 29, 2025
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Roofing is one of the most dangerous jobs in the U.S., yet more construction workers die by suicide than from job-site accidents. Industry groups are urging contractors to join them in promoting mental health.


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