Low Slope Roofing

Extreme Weather Special Section

Weather Wild Card: El Niño 2026

The global phenomenon is expected to push temperatures higher during peak roofing season, creating potential opportunities for contractors at the ready.

Art Aisner

June 1, 2026

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The El Niño effect could be a game changer for roofing’s storm season.

Extreme Weather Special Section

Roofers Keeping Busy with Early Storm Season

Roofing Contractors across the Southwest, Midwest and Northeast respond to severe spring storms as forecasters predict more extreme weather is ahead.

Art Aisner

Tanja Kern

June 1, 2026

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Busy storm season yields early results for roofing contractors in the Midwest, Southwest

FORTIFIED Roofs

Louisiana Fortify Homes Lottery Opens June 1

Program expands to more parishes

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 28, 2026

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Louisiana will open registration June 1 for 3,000 Fortify Homes grants as lawmakers add funding and expand eligibility to more parishes.

Woman using the OX Pro SPEEDFRAME on a window.

New Roofing Products

OX Tools Launches SPEEDFRAME Measuring System

Developed by a longtime home builder, the extendable tool combines measuring, leveling, and marking functions for trade professionals.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 28, 2026

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OX Tools introduced the SPEEDFRAME measuring and leveling system, designed to improve accuracy and efficiency for framing and installation applications.

Business Development

Austin Roofing Wins 26-Building Ontario Contract

Founded in 1985, Austin Roofing & Waterproofing specializes in commercial and industrial roofing and restoration systems across Canada

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 27, 2026

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Canada's Austin Roofing & Waterproofing has secured a 26-building commercial roof restoration project across Hamilton, St. Catharines and Niagara Falls.

Roofing Acquisition

Greenwood Industries Expands Historic Roofing with Gilbert & Becker

The acquisition expands Greenwood's ability to deliver technically complex roofing projects across the Northeast.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 25, 2026

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Greenwood Industries acquired historic roofing specialist Gilbert & Becker, expanding its expertise in artisan roofing and complex restoration projects across the Northeast.

Legal Insights

Fast-Tracked Data Centers: The Legal Risks of Moving Too Fast

Legal expert Trent Cotney says contractors weigh escalation and data risks daily

May 21, 2026

Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explains oil costs, data centers and contract exposure issues.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Richards Building Supply Expands Into Colorado

Distributor acquires United States Building Supply assets

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 20, 2026

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Richards Building Supply acquired United States Building Supply assets, adding four Colorado locations and expanding its contractor distribution footprint in the western U.S.

Roof Restoration

APOC Study Finds Roof Restoration More Profitable

Report compares restoration to reroofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 19, 2026

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An APOC benchmark study found commercial roof restoration projects generated higher profit margins and required less labor than traditional reroofing work.

The Push for Measurable Quality with SPF

Podcast

From Diesel to Data: Spray Foam Equipment and Training Reset Contractor Risk

The Push for Measurable Quality with SPF

Tom Harris

John Wyatt

May 19, 2026

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Advances showcased around the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance convention point to tighter ratio control, jobsite verification and new formulations with cost and environmental implications. For contractors, the shift links directly to installation quality, documentation, risk reduction and bid strategy.