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Construction Data

Construction Job Openings Surge Amid Roofing Labor Crunch

Open positions climbed to 259,000 in April as contractors nationwide struggled to find workers, despite construction employment gains in many states

John Wyatt

June 2, 2026

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Construction job openings jumped in April while roofing contractors continued competing for scarce skilled labor, raising concerns about costs, staffing and project schedules.

Extreme Weather Special Section

It’s Not the Roof Costing You Storm Jobs

A roofing contractor’s success after the storm depends on turning a messy roof inspection into a clear case and a hesitant homeowner into a confident client.

Jon Abernathy

June 1, 2026

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Storm work is won the moment the ladder comes down from the roof.

Roofing Safety

Safety Spotlight: On Top Safety

Veteran roofing safety leaders Jeff Murray and John Carroccia have fall prevention on-the-mind at On Top Safety.

Art Aisner

June 1, 2026

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Meet Jeff Murray and John Carroccia, veteran roofing safety leaders who have fall prevention on-the-mind as the braintrust behind On Top Safety.

Roof Replacement

Roof Replacement Costs Jump as Claims Decline

Verisk report highlights rising severity

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 1, 2026

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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.