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Two men from Ironclad Construction holding a large check for $3,500 to Warriors Never Give Up, a nonprofit offering hunting and fishing outings for veterans

Giving Back, Giving Thanks

Roofing Contractors Spread Joy in Stressful 2024

Roofing contractors and their partners are spreading joy to their communities in an otherwise stressful year

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

November 11, 2024

In a year where an election and international conflict are causing extra stress, roofing companies are finding ways to give back and help others in their communities.

Roof Ventilation

Roofing Contractors: Attic Airflow Ratio 1/150 vs. 1/300

Is more attic airflow better? RC's ventilation expert from Air Vent weighs in

Paul Scelsi

November 6, 2024

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Can better airflow create opportunities for energy savings and building materials longevity that roofing contractors often miss?

Roofing Services Solutions has purchased Hollywood, Fla.-based Earl W. Johnston Roofing.

Acquisition News

Roofing Services Solutions Snaps Up Earl W. Johnston Roofing, LLC

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 6, 2024

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Roofing Services Solutions, a Dunes Point Capital portfolio company, has acquired Earl W. Johnston Roofing, expanding its Florida presence to 10 locations and 200 employees.

The Construction Association of South Florida honored Gulfstream Roofing of Delray Beach, Fla., with a Craftmanship Award at its 66th annual award dinner.

Awards News

Gulfstream Roofing Honored with Craftsmanship Award at 66th Annual CASF Awards

Construction Association of South Florida honors Delray Beach roofing firm

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 5, 2024

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The Construction Association of South Florida awarded Gulfstream Roofing Inc. a Craftsmanship Award at its 66th Annual Awards, celebrating the company’s commitment to roofing excellence and quality workmanship.

Meijer is a chain of 500-plus stores throughout the Midwest.

Commercial Sales

Meijer Announces Open Call for New Construction Contractors and Suppliers

Qualified companies may apply Nov. 1-30

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 4, 2024

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Michigan-based Meijer, a retailer with 500-plus locations, has invited suppliers and contractors who want to be included on bids for its 2025-26 construction season.

Great Bay Distributors, Inc. warehouse, featuring solar panels on the roof

Solar Special Section

5 Things About U.S. Solar Roofing Market

Despite a dip in residential sales largely due to economic conditions and market-specific energy policies, roofers remain optimistic about solar roofing

Art Aisner

November 4, 2024

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Check out five things driving the solar roofing marketplace in the U.S. as Q4 2024 gets underway.

Adhesive tape, Product, Rectangle, Wood Solar Panel Flashing Membrane

Solar Special Section

Product Focus: Solar

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 4, 2024

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In our November 2024 Product Focus, discover coatings products available from the biggest brands in roofing to help diversify your services.

Safety

VIDEO: OSHA’s New National Emphasis Program on Heat Illness

Prevent heat illness and OSHA fines with these tips from safety expert Tammy Clark

Chris Gray

Tammy Clark

October 30, 2024

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With OSHA preparing rulemaking for heat injury prevention, now is the time to prepare your roofing company and crews to stay safe when the sun is blazing.

Roofing Safety

The Digital Revolution in Roofing Safety Checklists

Paper-based safety checklists create several challenges in the digital age, including real-time access and overall efficiency.

Jesse Wilt

October 28, 2024

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The inflexibility of paper forms made it difficult to update safety protocols promptly, lagging behind industry standards. Not anymore.

Roofing Safety

New York Contractor Loses OSHA Appeal, Ordered to Pay $16k Fine

Two safety citations upheld while a fall protection method citation was vacated

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 28, 2024

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After losing on appeal, a roofing company in New York State is being ordered to pay $16,782 in penalties for two serious fall protection and ladder safety violations stemming from an April 2022 investigation.