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Trump Tariff Pressure and Roofing

Tariffs threaten pricing, supply chain stability and roofing profit margins, but with the right strategies, these challenges can become opportunities
Mike Maddern has over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing
Mike Maddern
September 15, 2025
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Tariffs threaten pricing, supply chain stability and roofing profit margins, but with the right strategies, these challenges can become opportunities
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Roofing Technology and Safety

The Digitalization of Safety in Commercial Roofing

Technological advancements like AI and smart PPE systems are transforming how roofing companies and jobsite safety managers protect their workforce.
Christian Connolly
August 29, 2025
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New technology helps solve traditional safety headaches that every roofing contractor has experienced.


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Legislation Analysis

What the Dignity Act of 2025 Could Mean for the Roofing Industry’s Workforce

The Act won't solve shortages overnight but could provide stability
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John Dorer
August 14, 2025
2 Comments

The Dignity Act would not fix every labor challenge facing roofing companies today, but it would provide the framework for legal status without amnesty and speed up the green card process. EB-3 CEO John Dorer breaks down what to know about the legislation.


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Guest Column

What Attic Venting Questions are Roofing Pros Asking?

Top 5 FAQs asked and answered
Paul Scelsi
August 11, 2025
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AirVent Inc. answers the top five FAQs roofing professionals have about attic ventilation, including advice for distributors on lending a hand in proper ventilation.
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Text messaging keeps roofing contractors connected to their clients

Why Texting Is the Secret Weapon for Roofing Contractors

With a proper strategy, text messages can become a powerful tool that drives revenue growth for roofing contractors
Philip-Portman
Philip Portman
July 28, 2025
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Your customers check their texts—so why aren’t you texting them? See why SMS is the new roofing industry essential.
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Storm Season

The Benefits of FORTIFIED-Compliant Vents

Withstanding severe storms and reduced insurance claims are among the positives of FORTIFIED vents
Paul Scelsi
July 23, 2025
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An important aspect of building an above-code FORTIFIED Roof is the ventilation. The experts at AirVent Inc. examine ventilation's role in building robust roofs that better resist severe weather.


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Extreme Weather Special Section

Fortifying Roofs for an Era of Extreme Weather

Contractors can help protect homes and buildings with weatherproofing strategies and materials built to withstand extreme conditions
Gregg Malanga is a Senior Product Manager at ICP Group.
Gregg Malanga
July 14, 2025
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Contractors can help protect homes and buildings with weatherproofing strategies and materials built to withstand extreme conditions
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Guest Column

MRA Weighs in on Cool Roof Debate

Cities, states find cool roofs make a major difference, says MRA
July 3, 2025
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The Metal Roofing Alliance offers its thoughts on the efficacy of cool roofs as disputes heat up over whether cities and states should mandate them.


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EPDM is now available in both black and white non-reinforced membranes
Guest Column

Cool Roof Complexity

Claims that roof reflectivity mandates universally lower energy bills and enhance health are outdated
Jason Wilen
Jason Wilen
June 16, 2025
2 Comments

A forensic architect with over thirty years of experience designing roof assemblies weighs in on the latest 'cool roof' regulatory debate.


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More Options for More Customers

How POS Financing Can Help Roofing Contractors Close More Deals

With proper planning and marketing, point-of-sale financing can boost sales and cash flow
Michael Needham is the Chief Content Officer at Finturf
Michael Needham
June 13, 2025
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Learn how point-of-sale financing can lead to quicker business transactions and more profitable projects.
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