Low Slope Roofing

Roofing Regulations

SPRI to Revise Test Standards for Edge Systems, Gutter Systems

Roofing contractors and others wishing to participate in the canvass process may contact SPRI directly.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 2, 2026

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Regulations will be re-canvassed for approval as an American National Standard.

SMS Safety Award Phoebe McCorkindale, Phil Kweton and Ben Kweton

Safety Awards

Sheet Metal Supply receives Acuity Insurance Safety Award

Sheet Metal Supply was founded in 1991, and has 52 employees working in its state-of-the-art 80,000 square-foot facility in Illinois.

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 2, 2026

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One of the leading fabricators serving the metal roofing and construction industries earns top safety honors.

Roofing Safety

Safety Spotlight: On Top Safety

Veteran roofing safety leaders Jeff Murray and John Carroccia have fall prevention on-the-mind at On Top Safety.

Art Aisner

June 1, 2026

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Meet Jeff Murray and John Carroccia, veteran roofing safety leaders who have fall prevention on-the-mind as the braintrust behind On Top Safety.

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.