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Roof Replacement

Roof Replacement Costs Jump as Claims Decline

Verisk report highlights rising severity

June 1, 2026

Fewer roof claims were filed in 2025, but replacement costs surged as hail damage, aging roofs and material inflation continued to drive losses.

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.

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Tanja Kern

June 1, 2026

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

Roof Rejuvenation

Liqua-Roof Opens Franchise Expansion Effort

Roof resurfacing brand adds franchise push

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 28, 2026

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Liqua-Roof launched franchise opportunities nationwide following a partnership with REP’M Group to expand its roof resurfacing business model.

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.

Aerial view of a suburban neighborhood in Arizona with clear skies.

Private Equity

1% Holdings Launches Roofing Acquisition Platform

Collective targets roofing firms

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 26, 2026

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1% Holdings launched the Roofing Collective, a platform focused on acquiring and scaling roofing companies across the United States.

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Roofing Awards

IKO Wins 2026 CiCi Award for Community Impact in Missouri

The award highlights IKO’s $120 million investment in its new Bismarck Granules facility.

Roofing Contractor Staff

May 26, 2026

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IKO receives a 2026 Trade & Industry Development CiCi Award for Community Impact for investment in Bismarck facility.

GAF-FORTIFIED Alliance Marks Major Milestones

Best of Success Show

GAF-IBHS FORTIFIED Alliance Meets Major Milestones

The unique partnership launched last year to prepare roofing contractors for the next frontier of roof resiliency.

Art Aisner

May 26, 2026

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More than 1,100 roofing contractors in markets across the country are now certified as the FORTIFIED home movement continues to grow. Learn about the opportunity ahead for roofing contractors.

Group of graduates from GAF Roofing Academy.

Memorial Day

From Military Service to Roofing Careers: Veterans Find a New Path

Program connects service members to trades

Patricia Soto Servin

May 24, 2026

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Veterans are finding new purpose in roofing careers through structured training programs that translate military skills into long-term industry opportunities.