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Roofing Resiliency

GAF Achieves Milestone in Storm-Proof Roofing Training

Partnership with IBHS certifies 650+ contractors in weather-resistant FORTIFIED roofing standards

August 6, 2025

Since launching the alliance with Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety, GAF has successfully trained more than 650 individuals from over 350 GAF Master Elite companies to become FORTIFIED certified.

Quarterly Earnings

Owens Corning Hits 20th Straight Quarter of 20%+ Margins

Company achieves 20th consecutive quarter of 20%+ EBITDA margins

Tanja Kern

August 6, 2025

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Owens Corning delivered robust second-quarter results with earnings per share surging 34% and revenue growth of 10%, demonstrating the building products leader's resilience in challenging market conditions.

Awards

ARMA Opens 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards Program

North American contractors can submit their best low- and steep-slope projects through December 1, 2025, with winners receiving up to $2,000

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 5, 2025

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ARMA opens 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards. Contractors can submit projects through Dec. 1 for cash prizes up to $2,000 and industry recognition.

Quarterly Earnings

TopBuild Margins Hold Strong Despite Market Slowdown

Installation segment declines 8.3% while Specialty Distribution grows

Tanja Kern

August 5, 2025

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TopBuild's Q2 shows residential weakness offset by commercial strength, while the Progressive acquisition boosts full-year guidance.

News Analysis

Construction Surge Doesn't Boost Roofing Demand

Despite Dodge data showing $1.33 trillion in construction starts, roofing industry faces declining shipments and cautious distributor sentiment

Tanja Kern

August 4, 2025

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Construction projects are starting at the fastest pace in months, but roofing suppliers report a demand drop, and distributors are destocking inventory.

Giving Back

Malarkey Hits Major Milestone with 500th Donated Roof

Roofing manufacturer partners with Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity to provide sustainable housing solutions

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 4, 2025

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Malarkey Roofing Products donates its 500th roof to Central Oklahoma Habitat for Humanity, featuring eco-friendly shingles that divert waste and improve air quality.

Roofing Resiliency

NC Expands Roof Program to Protect Coastal Homes

Coastal homeowners can get $6K for FORTIFIED roof upgrades

Roofing Contractor Staff

August 4, 2025

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North Carolina expands hurricane protection with $20 million in grants for coastal residents to install storm-resistant roofs that cut claims by 35% and reduce damage severity.

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The 2025 Top 100: The Next 25

They may not have made the Top 100, but these contractors are making moves in their markets

Chris Gray

August 4, 2025

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RC highlights standout roofing companies just shy of the Top 100 list, recognizing their record growth, smart strategy, and potential to break through next year.

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Economic Reports

Construction Jobs See Little Growth in July

Disappointing numbers infuriates Trump, who calls for BLS commissioner to be fired

Chris Gray

August 1, 2025

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Construction, along with most industries, saw little to no improvement in job numbers, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The news spurred President Trump to fire the BLS' commissioner.