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Mergers & Acquisitions

Three Questions Emerging from the QXO-Kodiak Acquisition

QXO ended months of speculation by pulling off a $2.2 billion deal for Kodiak Building Products. Now what?

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Tanja Kern

February 24, 2026

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QXO’s $2.25 billion acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners drew a lot of reaction industry wide. Here's three questions to ponder.

Video/Podcast

Building Tomorrow's Workforce with SkillsUSA

State directors at IRE 2026 highlight how SkillsUSA is building the next generation of skilled trade professionals—from roofing to welding—and why contractors should take notice.

Tanja Kern

February 23, 2026

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Looking for tomorrow’s workforce today? SkillsUSA leaders say the pipeline is already in place—and contractors just need to tap in.

FORTIFIED ROOFS

GAF Trains 1,100 Roofers in FORTIFIED Standard

Alliance with Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety Marks One Year

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 20, 2026

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GAF says it has trained more than 1,100 roofing professionals in the IBHS FORTIFIED program, expanding access to resilient roof standards nationwide.

DaVinci Blond Cedar shingle on a ranch home

Technology News

Westlake Royal Debuts TrendLine, AI Design Tool

New TrendLine platform and redesigned website introduce 2026 design forecast and AI-powered exterior visualization tool.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 19, 2026

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New TrendLine platform and redesigned website introduce 2026 design forecast and AI-powered exterior visualization tool.

Manufacturer News

Elevate Names 2026 Master Contractors

Elevate recognized 250 commercial roofing firms as 2026 Master Contractors, honoring top-performing Red Shield Licensed contractors across North America.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 18, 2026

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Elevate recognized 250 commercial roofing firms as 2026 Master Contractors, honoring top-performing Red Shield Licensed contractors across North America.

Storm-Resistant Roofs

FHLB Dallas Allocates Millions for 2026 Housing

$20M targets storm-resistant roofing

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 17, 2026

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Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas commits millions for 2026 housing programs, including $20 million for storm-resistant roofing and $17 million for first-time buyers.

Best of Success Podcast Show

Is ICE Targeting My Roofing Crew?

Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney discusses how to handle perceived on-the-job targeting of crews by immigration enforcement.

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Jill Bloom

February 17, 2026

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Trent Cotney discusses ways to handle and avoid targeting during immigration enforcement sweeps in your community.

Steller Roofing team accepts award check

Roofing Awards

IKO Spotlights 2025 ROOFPRO VIP Award Winners

Select IKO roofing contactors celebrate their success at annual retreat in Mexico.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 16, 2026

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IKO continues to recognize and invest in its contractor community, with a focus on peer recognition, industry connection, and long-term partnerships.

Giving Back

QXO Announces 13 Veteran Recipients of New Roofs

Since 2018, QXO has installed over 60 roofs, partnering with local roofing contractors and suppliers across North America to give back to those who have served.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 16, 2026

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Now in its seventh year, the QXO for Veterans program is part of QXO’s broader commitment to support neighbors and strengthen communities.

State of the Industry

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: Roofr

Richy Nelson dives into the opportunities and potential that new technology brings to roofing contractors as 2026 gets underway in this exclusive Q&A.

Art Aisner

February 16, 2026

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You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure -- in 2026