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Roofing Safety

MRCA Issues 2025 Safety Awards

Two dozen roofing companies and multiple people were honored for their commitment to safety at the MRCA Expo.

Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

October 30, 2025

The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association recently announced the winners of its annual company and personal safety awards. Check out who they honored.

Roofing Technology

AI Can Revolutionize Appointment Scheduling for Roofing Contractors

Voice AI agents built for home services offer a more efficient, reliable way to convert inbound calls into confirmed appointments.

Kevin Wu

October 30, 2025

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How voice AI can automate phone-based appointment scheduling for roofing contractors.

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Roofing Safety

Illinois Firefighters Rescue Injured Roofer from Rooftop

Chris Gray

October 30, 2025

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After sustaining an injury that prevented him from descending from the roof, a roofing contractor in Illinois welcomed assistance from the local fire department and its ladder truck.

Tinker, Turner Discuss Home Depot/GMS Acquisition

Video/Podcast

The Home Depot Acquires GMS: What It Means for Contractors and the Future of Distribution

The impact of The Home Depot’s recent $5.5B acquisition of GMS through its partnership with SRS is still reverberating across multiple industries. SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner highlight their customer-first integration focused on growth, innovation, and expanded opportunities for contractors and employees.

Jill Bloom

October 30, 2025

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SRS CEO Dan Tinker and GMS CEO JT Turner highlight their recent partnership and customer-first integration focused on growth opportunities for contractors.

Roofing Technology

AccuLynx Launches New Analytics, Mobile Solutions

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 29, 2025

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AccuLynx's latest updates include a new enterprise-grade analytics solution and mobile estimation tools in its Field App, as well as enhancements to organizing and tracking data and calendar integrations.

Safety

Texas Man Charged with Deadly Assault After Shooting Roofing Drone

Incident shows de-escalation training is an important part of safety

Chris Gray

October 29, 2025

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When a Texas roofer’s drone became target practice for an angry neighbor, it raised questions about safety and communication on residential jobsites — here’s what contractors should know to prevent a confrontation from turning dangerous.

Podcast

Dear Anna: How Do I Never Lose a Customer Again?

Learn tips and strategies on winning over customers and making them lifelong clients

October 29, 2025

Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson discusses strategies from the book “Never Lose a Customer Again” and how roofing contractors can apply them to their marketing and operations to win over customers.

Bumble Roofing is moving into the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex with franchising opportunities.

Business Expansion

Bumble Roofing Brings Tech-Driven Service to St. Louis

Fast-growing roofing brand to open eight territories, create 160+ jobs, and bring tech-driven service to the Midwest

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 29, 2025

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Bumble Roofing is entering the St. Louis market with eight new territories, 160+ jobs, and a focus on transparent, tech-powered roofing services.

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Skilled Trades

DOL Awards $86M for Skilled Trades Training

Grants to 14 states aim to boost U.S. construction, manufacturing, distribution, and workforce innovation through industry-led training initiatives

Tanja Kern

October 29, 2025

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The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.

Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Alliance Honors Two Standout Projects

Award-winning homes in Florida and Washington highlight how metal roofs protect against hurricanes, wildfires, and extreme weather

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 28, 2025

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The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) has announced two national winners of its quarterly Best Residential Metal Roofing Project competition, showcasing the durability, beauty, and climate-ready performance of modern metal roofing systems from coast to coast.