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Video/Podcast

Inside the GAF-IBHS FORTIFIED Alliance

GAF and IBHS FORTIFIED have a unique partnership geared to level up roofing contractors for the future of resilient homes.

Art Aisner

July 10, 2025

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The FORTIFIED home movement is more than 80,000 residences strong nationwide and growing. RC catches up with leaders in the resiliency space to discuss the opportunity ahead for roofing contractors.

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Roofing Products

Select Polyglass Products Now Compliant with IBHS' FORTIFIED Roof Standard

Products support contractors seeking resilient-focused offerings

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 10, 2025

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Polylgass announced that a selection of its self-adhered underlayments and anchor sheets are compliant with the above-code FORTIFIED Roof standard from the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety.

The “Asphalt and Copper on the Lake” roofing project from Conde Roofing seamlessly blended asphalt shingles and copper elements to create a stunning and sturdy roof.

News Analysis

Roofing Faces Rising Costs Amid New Trump Tariff Policies

Uncertainty around new tariffs and trade deals will likely result in price increases and economic slowdown.

Chris Gray

July 10, 2025

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With talks of new tariffs and trade deals on the horizon, roofing must adapt to rising material prices and supply chain challenges. Stay informed with our latest analysis.

Top 100 Contractors

Erie Home Celebrates 100th Location

Company has more than doubled its footprint in the past four years

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 9, 2025

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Erie Home, a Top 100 contractor, has opened its 100th location, selecting Seattle, Wash., for the milestone.

Hiring News

RoofMarketplace Announces New Leadership, Growth Strategy

$7 million in Series A funding will support product development, team expansion, and long-term scalability.

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 9, 2025

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RoofMarketplace enters a new growth phase with a $7 million Series A round and new CEO Scott Holewinski, setting its sights on transforming property claims for carriers, contractors, and homeowners alike.

Awards

BluSky Earns Eighth Consecutive Great Place to Work Designation

A total of 80% of employees surveyed labeled BluSky as a great place to work

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 8, 2025

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This is the eighth time BluSky Restoration Contractors has been certified by Great Place to Work following real-time feedback from employees.

Roofing the GreatWay

The team at GreatWay Roofing in Moorpark, Calif., honors founder Rod Menzel for his unwavering commitment, kind heart and entrepreneurial spirit

Art Aisner

July 7, 2025

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Honoring GreatWay Roofing founder Rod Menzel for his unwavering commitment, kind heart and entrepreneurial spirit

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Technology News

Survey: 65% of Construction Leaders Haven't Adopted AI

Slate Technologies' first-ever Construction Intelligence survey shows gaps in AI implementation

Chris Gray

July 3, 2025

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Construction industry leaders recognize the potential of AI and innovative technology, but there’s a gap between awareness and action, according to a new survey from Slate Technologies.

Sneak Peek

5 (Way Too) Early Facts About the 2025 Top 100 List

From roofing platform expansion to the most represented states, take a look at how this year's list is shaping up.

Art Aisner

July 3, 2025

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Roofing Contractor magazine’s 2025 Top 100 List reveals early trends, including a strong turnout in Texas, rising revenues, a $1.5 billion top earner, growing PE influence and a 56% majority of residential roofers.

The Hospitality Wheel: A New Blueprint for Leadership in Construction

Building Success Through Hospitality

How entrepreneur Billy Downs is growing Ford’s Garage.

Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.

Jill Bloom John Wyatt

June 30, 2025

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Billy Downs, president of Ford’s Garage, shares how his people-first leadership philosophy, rooted in his “Hospitality Wheel” concept, continues to drive business success and meaningful customer experiences.